Canoe the BWCA with BABIES

Join our family on this reflective journey into the Boundary Waters! We explored in the boat and on trail from our campsite. We enjoyed the water and most of all the silence and time to recharge!
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The wonder of silence. A powerful reminder that, amidst the noise of our daily lives, we must seek moments of stillness to reconnect with nature, ourselves, and the world around us.
The BWCA is a vast wilderness of more than a million acres, comprising interconnected lakes, forests, and rocky outcrops. This pristine landscape attracts outdoor enthusiasts from all over the world.
Embarking on a canoe trip to the BWCA begins with careful planning and obtaining permits to access the area.
With a paddle in hand, we push off the shore and feel the serenity envelop us as the sounds of civilization fade away. The waters are calm, inviting explorers to immerse themselves in the stillness. With so many interconnected lakes, the BWCA offers a myriad of paddling routes, allowing adventurers to customize their trip according to their desired duration, difficulty level, or desired destinations.
As the canoe glides through the mirror-like lakes, the surrounding nature unfolds its magnificent beauty. Towering pine and fir trees line the shores, creating an idyllic backdrop. Loons glide gracefully across the water, their haunting calls echoing through the air, while bald eagles soar overhead, adding to the awe-inspiring ambiance.
Campsites dot the shores, tucked away among the trees, ready to welcome weary travelers. These backcountry campsites provide a spot to rest, recharge, and revel in the simplicity of life away from modern amenities. The campfire becomes the communal gathering point, where tales and laughter are shared under the starlit skies.
The BWCA also offers a sense of solitude and a chance to disconnect from the noise of everyday life. By paddling through the interconnected waterways, one can escape to a haven untouched by modernity, where the only sounds are the gentle lapping of the water against the canoe and the harmonious chorus of nature all around.
In the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, time seems to stand still, allowing us to revel in the simplicity and tranquility of this unique wilderness. It is a place where one can drink from the source of nature's raw beauty, leaving a lasting impression on the soul and a longing to return for another paddle in the future.

[@lonesome_rider]

Well done. Best video yet!

[@DDDewell]

This was an awesome video! So many words come to mind of the landscape you were in. Peace, silence, serene, majestic, spiritual, transformational. I seriously felt my whole body and mind relax and let go as I watched. Thank you for sharing your personal family journey!!

[@philsantillan]

As a parent of 3 I can’t even image what this was like. You guys are awesome parents for taking your little ones on this adventure!

[@adventuremamablog]

Thanks for this encouragement@philsantillan! It was a beautiful experience with a healthy dose of chaos mixed in, but so worth it!