On the Nahanni, CAF women paddled toward healing, strength, and sisterhood.

By WO Katherine Vick

This summer, I had the privilege of paddling 240 km down the Nahanni River, one of Canada’s most breathtaking wilderness routes. Only 300 to 900 people paddle the Nahanni each year, and our group was especially fortunate to be the last team on the river for the season. What made this journey extraordinary wasn’t just the rugged beauty of the land, but the people I shared it with.

I was part of an all-women team. A mix of civilians and military veterans, both serving and retired and guided by five incredible female leaders from Canoe North Adventures. Together, we embraced the challenges of expedition life: long days on the water, unpredictable weather, and the physical demands of paddling. But we weren’t just surviving out there. We were thriving. Alongside the challenges came laughter, joy, and the strength we found in one another.

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