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Explore God's Glory Through Creation

Canoeing beautiful rivers, rappelling 120-foot cliffs, primitive camping on islands, and so much more. Come join us this summer for the adventure of a lifetime, and see the character of our Creator through it all!

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River Schools

Ages 12 to 20

These day and overnight adventures take you down a corridor of praise to the Creator and put in your hands, hearts, and minds the wonders of wildlife and wild places.

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Rappelling

Ages 12 and up

A journey to the cliffs wakes up the wonder of your heart. Beautiful scenes and trust-building experiences like rappelling and rock climbing bring us to appreciate the Creator.

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River Rangers

Ages 11 to 13

Program for pre-teens (11-13) that will excite and invite them into the adventure of getting into God's handiwork.

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Pollywog Floats

Ages 8 to 10

A river starter trip for kids ages 8 to 10 introduces them to a world of fun and faith.

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Little Solomon Classes

Ages 5 to 10

In these classes, children learn about our wonderful God through the wonders He has made.

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Our mission

Canoe Creation exists to declare the glory of God by studying His works in creation and discipling youth in their Christian faith. Floating classrooms led by expert instructor/guides instill academic excellence, while teaching critical thinking. Rappelling adventures, retreats and classes for young children provide families with wholesome learning, fun and opportunity to encounter their Creator.

Check out some of our featured programs!

River schools

River schools

$60-$140 / personAges 12 to 20

Here are the premier trips for young people who want to delve deep in study of creation and honor God in the process. These day and overnight adventures take you down a corridor of praise to the Creator and put in your hands, hearts, and minds the wonders of wildlife and wild places.

Pollywog floats

Pollywog floats

$45-$90 / personAges 8 to 10

A river starter trip for kids ages 8 to 10 introduces them to a world of fun and faith. They learn canoe skills along with cool ways to learn about fish, birds, flowers, mussels, trees, etc. Water games and mini-studies of creation get them hooked on canoeing creation.

Rappelling

Rappelling

$75 / personAges 12 and up

A journey to the cliffs wakes up the wild wonder of your heart. Beautiful scenes and trust-building experiences like rappelling and rock climbing bring us to appreciate the Creator in more ways than just the fun of it.

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Canoe Creation has been running River Schools and other programs for over 15 years and is dedicated to encouraging your faith by what you can see clearly in God’s Creation.

Calendar of Events for 2024

Below are our currently scheduled events for 2024. To request an aditional trip not already listed, feel free to contact us!

June

June Pollywog Overnight

Pollywog Float
private
June 9 - June 10$90 per personAges 8 to 10
Dresden, OH

June 14 River Rangers

River Rangers
open
June 15$45 per personAges 11 to 13
Dresden, OH

Jr. 4H Leaders Trip

1/2-day outing
private
June 27
Blue Rock State Park, OH

June 28 River School

River School
open
June 29$100 per personAges 12 to 20
Dresden, OH

July

Cedars Christian Camp

River School
private
July 17 - July 19
Bloomington, IN

July 25 Pollywog

Pollywog Float
open
July 26$45 per personAges 8 to 10
Dresden, OH

July 26 River School

River School
open
July 27 - July 28$100 per personAges 12 to 20
Dresden, OH

Red River Gorge Trip

Wilderness hike/camp
private
July 30 - July 32
Red River Gorge, KY

August

August 3 Rappelling

Rappelling
open
August 4$75 per personAges 12 and up
Hocking Hills, OH

August Pollywog Overnight

Pollywog Float
private
August 17 - August 18$90 per personAges 8 to 10
Dresden, OH

Come Canoe Creation With Us!

Ever felt the fascination of a toad vibrating in your hand? Ever wander through lush spring flowers and feel like there really is hope? Ever wonder about not just the names of trees, but of their character? Ever sit alongside a stream and have cares of this world washed from you? Ever revel in the power of a storm because you know the One that made it? Ever think about spending some time in a quiet place the way Jesus did?