Missinaibi: Journey to the Northern Sky: From Lake Superior to James Bay by Canoe

by Hap Wilson

The legendary Missinaibi River runs north from Lake Superior to the arctic waters of James Bay. Like many northern rivers, the Missinaibi appeals to seasoned paddlers for the white-knuckle exhilaration of navigating miles of challenging rapids. Other routes along the Michipicoten-Missinabi river corridor offer quieter options for paddlers at any level of experience and ability. Trips Each trip is a breathtaking expedition through unforgettable wilderness settings.

144 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 1999

About the author

Hap Wilson is one of Canada's most well known wilderness guides and has traveled more than 60,000 km across Canada by canoe. Author of 14 books and numerous feature articles about nature and the outdoors, Wilson taught Pearce Brosnan how to paddle a canoe and throw a knife for the Attenborough movie "Grey Owl". Wilson's illustrated book "Voyages - Canada's Heritage Rivers" won the Natural Resources Council of America Award for best environmental book. Recipient of the Bill Mason Award for Lifetime Achievement in River Conservation, Wilson is also co-founder of the environment group Earthroots. Hap Wilson is an International Fellow of the prestigious Explores Club & the Royal Canadian Geographical Society, and a member of the Writers Union of Canada. Wilson is also an award winning artist and photographer.

Reviews

[Jeff Garrison · Rating 3 out of 5]

having paddled this river from Mattice to the James Bay, I wish I had had this book. However, I find the maps are a little hard to use.