Safety & Staff

Canoeing with Family

Since 1978, Wilderness Inquiry has provided safe and rewarding experiences for more than 250,000 people. Our superlative safety record is the result of our focus on:

  • High staff to participant ratios. We maintain high staff to participant ratios to ensure excellent supervision--typically 1 to 7.

  • Qualified staff. Wilderness Inquiry staff are highly skilled outdoor professionals who maintain certifications in first aid and water safety.  They are great leaders and role models for your kids!

  • Thorough Assessments. We review each participant's health history as well as their level of physical, cognitive and emotional ability and maturity to ensure that they are a good fit for the experience we offer.

  • Carefully Planned Itineraries. Every family trip is carefully planned and with appropriate activities for every age.

  • High quality gear. We maintain very high quality gear--including canoes, kayaks, vehicle and trailers.