Heritage River News
Campsites, canoe, kayak and raft trips still available for the Labour Day long weekend
Heritage River still have a number of riverside campsites at Brant Conservation Area available for the Labour Day long weekend. These sites make for a great base camp for all the great outdoor activities this area has to offer…. from canoeing, kayaking and rafting to fishing, hiking and biking. Book early as space is limited!
Toronto Area Mini Family Vacation
Looking for a budget minded mini vacation? Just 100 km. west of the city of Toronto, Ontario you will find the Grand River valley, Heritage River Canoe & Kayak Company and Brant Conservation Area. Heritage River has a number of riverside campsites within the park which make for a great base camp for many outdoor... [read more]
Heritage River Canoe & Kayak Company featured in Canadian Living Magazine.
Here’s an exert from the August issue of Canadian Living Magazine • Paddle along the peaceful Grand River with the Heritage River Canoe and Kayak Company (heritageriver.com), based in Brantford, Ont. Adam and his team provide basic instructions or even two-day canoe workshops. One popular excursion is the Paris-to-Brantford trip; vans shuttle you and the canoes... [read more]
Kayaking the Grand River Ontario
Over the past few years kayaking has become an ever increasingly popular sport. Due to the demand for kayaks many manufacturers have improved kayak designs. Now there are many different makes and models on the market. There are many different types of kayaks each having a particular purpose. There are kayaks designed for white water and... [read more]
Raft float fishing trips for smallmouth bass
Bass season opens June 26th. Book your 6 hour guided raft float fishing trip for two from Paris to Brant Conservation Area. Just $325.00 plus HST Our rafts are fitted with platforms and swivel seats and will take you where the fish are biting. These rafts are great for both spin and fly casting. Gift certificates for the fisherman in... [read more]
Canoeing the Grand River in Spring
One of the best times to canoe, kayak or raft the Grand River is in the springtime. However certain precautions should be taken to have a safe and enjoyable trip. Things to keep in mind before setting out on a spring canoe, kayak or raft trip are river flows and water temperature. Springtime can be a... [read more]
Niagara Falls and the Great Beyond
There’s always something timeless about visiting Niagara Falls. Watching the water pour over the majestic falls captures the heart of millions of visitors every year from all over the world. Though the skyline of the falls has changed drastically over the past few decades the falls are still the reason to go. My wife and I... [read more]
Hourly Canoe & Kayak Rentals at Brant Conservation Area
Brant Conservation Area is a Grand River Conservation Authority run park. The park is located at 119 Jennings Road (at Robinson Rd) in Brantford Brant Conservation Area is easily accessible from hwy 403 The park boosts a 1.25 acre outdoor swimming pool and has serviced and non-serviced campsites. There are many hiking and biking trails close by as... [read more]
New for 2010 Canoe Kayak and Raft Trip Camping Packages
Heritage River Canoe & Kayak Company is running the canoe and kayak rental concession at Brant Conservation Area. We will also be offering riverside camping at the park. Sample camping/paddling packages: 2 Nights river-side camping and a self-guided raft trip for up to 6 people. Includes shuttle. $240.00 plus tax. That’s just $40.00 for person for... [read more]
Family Fishing Trips on the Grand River in the heart of southern Ontario
The Grand River is located in the heart of southern Ontario and offers some of the best fishing to be had anywhere in the province. There are over 80 species of fish to be found in the Grand River including rainbow and brown trout, large and small mouth bass, pike, walleye, carp, catfish to name... [read more]