Show Notes
When three seasoned paddlers invited a first-time canoeist from France to join them on a backcountry trip, none of them knew just how memorable it would be.
In this episode we sit down with Claire and Catherine to hear the story of their journey down the Spanish River. They share what it’s like to travel off the grid, sleep under the stars, and form strong friendships without phones, timelines, or distractions.
0:00 – Intro 5:00 – Claire’s move from France to Canada 9:00 – Planning a remote river adventure 13:00 – Campfires, cooking, and connection 17:00 – Riding the Budd Car into the wild 22:00 – Why the Spanish River left a mark 27:00 – Lessons learned and what comes next
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