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Paddle on a beautiful Cascade Lake with a naturalist guide.
Registration is required. For safety, ages 8+
Join us on this iconic paddling tour on the high elevation mountain lakes in the mighty Cascade Range.
Wanderlust Tour's "renowned naturalist guides will highlight the sweet spots on these stunning lakes that might not initially meet the eye. During our 2 hours on the water, along with the fun and sun, we may impart an understanding of the area's hydrology and how water sustains all living things. We could build a vision for how insects, born in the lake's waters, begin the cycle of life that is realized in this intact ecosystem. You will be energized with revelations about natural and cultural history that'll keep your mind humming with delight long after you return home with fond memories of the tour.
You'll see parts of these large lakes that are only accessible by paddling into the fingers, coves, bays, and wetlands created by ancient eruptions and erosion. With sweeping views of our local mountains, our Bend, Oregon kayak tours have it all!"
Tour Includes:
- Professional guide & award-winning naturalist interpretation
- Gear: kayaks, paddles, PFDs (personal flotation device)
- Transportation: to and from the Wanderlust Tour office
Please Bring:
- Sun Protection: Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
- Layers: warm clothing including a shell jacket for variable weather
- Miscellaneous Gear: Water bottle, snacks, swimsuit (optional)
Instructions:
- Arrive no later than 8:50am
- Departs from Wanderlust office in Bend
- Late arrivals cannot be accommodated
- Participants must sign waiver prior to departure
- Tour will last approximately 4 hours, including transportation time.
Kayak Info
Wanderlust kayaks are sit-on-top, self bailing kayaks. This means that your backside may get a little wet during the tour. You are more than welcome to bring a change of shorts/ pants for after the tour. Your legs and shins may also get a little wet from splashes and drips while paddling. The kayaks have a weight capacity of 500 lbs.
Please contact laurelh@deschuteslibrary.org with accessibility questions.
Wanderlust Tours
Wanderlust Tours offers half-day naturalist-guided tours and trips throughout the year in Bend, Sunriver, and Sisters, Oregon. They have specialized in outdoor tours, outdoor activities, and things to do in Bend Oregon since 1993. Renowned for their knowledgeable and professional guides, Wanderlust small group tours take you away from crowds to seek out the quiet of the Central Oregon Cascade lakes, rivers, forests, and caves. They offer the very best variety of things to do in Bend, Oregon! Learn more at https://www.wanderlusttours.com/
Mission: Wanderlust Tours exists to inspire their guests and vibrantly share the natural and cultural history of Oregon in order to instill appreciation and protection of the environment.
Ethic: Wanderlust holds great respect for the natural surroundings of their tours and hope to introduce people to delicate ecosystems while maintaining a low impact on the environment.
AGE GROUP: | Adult |
EVENT TYPE: | Adult Program |
