Disclaimer: The route information we provide is of a general nature and Paddle Manitoba will not be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Conditions on waterways are subject to water levels, weather, erosion and other environmental factors. There is no substitute for scouting and care while paddling, and users should consult the latest topographical maps before departure. Also note that older documents may not use language or suggest practices that reflect today's standards. Use the information on this page at your own risk.

 

Bucky's River Runner Guides

John Buchanan
1990s

A series of booklets that would give paddlers the locations of rapids, campsites, bridges, and other features. They included grid reference numbers that would be used to find the features on topographic maps. Six booklets were produced, covering six rivers: the Berens, Bloodvein, Gammon, Manigotogan, Whitemouth, and Whiteshell. The information these booklets provided was later presented in a different form in his book Canoeing Manitoba Rivers. 

Availability: 
Paper: Not-in-print.

 

 

Manitoba Canoeing Guide

Province of Manitoba
1979

Provides overview of canoeing areas in relation to the canoe route maps created by Réal Bérard for the Province of Manitoba. 

Availability: 
Paper: Not-in-print.
PDF:
Manitoba Canoeing Guide

 

 

Frances Lake Canoe Route

Province of Manitoba
1976

Describes a route up Hanson's Creek to Frances Lake in Whiteshell Provincial Park. This route is shown on current park maps, but not the writtern description contained here. 

Availability: 
Paper: Not-in-print.
PDF:
Frances Lake Canoe Route

 

 

Canoeing on the Souris

Province of Manitoba
1971

Gives a basic overview of a paddling route on the Souris River in southwest Manitoba. Includes a map with natural and cultural points. 

Availability: 
Paper: Not-in-print.
PDF:
Canoeing on the Souris Text
Canoeing on the Souris Map

 

 

Manitoba for Canoeing

Province of Manitoba
1949

An overview of four routes within Manitoba through written descriptions. 

Availability: 
Paper: Not-in-print.
PDF:
Manitoba for Canoeing