Perseids Meteor Shower: Canoe Tour

ABOUT THE TOUR

Adventure: Join us on a high alpine lake for a night of celestial wonder! Far from any city lights, there will be minimal light pollution, allowing the Perseids meteor shower to truly shine! The astronomical forecast for each night indicates we will have good visibility of the meteor shower during our time on the water.

Naturalist Guided Experience:
We will journey up to the high elevation lakes in the Cascade Mountains. As the last of the sun’s light disappears behind the mighty Cascades and the moon still sitting below the horizon, we will push out into the water. During the journey, your naturalist guide will highlight the stunning geography, flora, and fauna of the area. They may impart an understanding of the heaven’s starlight illuminating the night sky. Age-old stories and myths mixed with astronomy will enlighten just as the stars and moon do!

If your heart is set on the seeing the Perseids during its true peak on Aug 12th, click here.

DETAILS

$130 per person
Recommended for children 12 and older

DEPARTURE TIME:
Aug 7, 8, & 9th | 8:30pm - 12:30am
Aug 14, 15, & 16th | 8:30pm - 12:30am

Transportation: Departing from our office, 30-45 minutes one-way

TOUR INCLUDES

• Professional naturalist guide & award-winning interpretation
• Gear: canoes, paddles, PFDs, headlamps
• Drinks: Hot Cocoa
• Treats: Local dessert from Sparrow Bakery
  • Gluten-free options for dessert are available.
    Please request ahead of time.
• Transportation departing from our office

PLEASE BRING

• Layers: warm clothing including a shell jacket for variable weather
  • Your guide will help you to board and launch your boat without getting your feet wet whenever possible, so feel free to wear long pants and athletic shoes.
• Miscellaneous Gear: Water bottle, camera (protect electronics with a waterproof case/bag), daypack (optional)

Weather & Visibility: We are fortunate to be on the dry side of the Cascades, getting over 300 days of clear skies and sunshine per year. With that said this tour will run regardless of rain or cloudy skies. You can learn more about our weather policy here.

Our canoes have two paddling positions and include room in the middle for a third non-paddling passenger. Canoe tours are best for all ages and skill levels. The weight limit per a canoe is 1100 lbs.