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The Northern Lakes Canoe Base (NLCB) is the premier location for Girl Scouts 12 and older to explore the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) and the Quetico Provincial Park. NLCB has provided canoe trips since the 1960s and empowered generations of Girl Scouts. The base is operated by the Girl Scouts of Minnesota and Wisconsin Lakes and Pines.
Events & Announcements
Events & Announcements
Check back regularly for updates on trip availability, Alumni events, and info sessions!
Join our board meeting to reconnect, hear important updates, and get involved! Zoom link, board candidate bio, and additional info on voting rights here.
Fall info sessions are from 4-5pm Central Time:
September 14 (Sunday)
More information on our Events page
The Northern Lakes Canoe Base offers 5-10 day canoeing trips in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) and Quetico Provincial Park. Whether you want to come alone or with a troop, we have an adventure that will work for you!
Consider filling out our interest form to receive more information.
Are you a Girl Scout looking to build new friendships out in the wilderness? We have just the trip for you!
Want to bring your whole troop? We've got you covered! Come explore new places with familiar faces!
Looking for even more adventure? Join a GSUSA Destination trip that will explore the Quetico and include some bonus activities!
If you will be 16 or 17 this summer, come join us as a GIT! You will spend a month building your leadership and outdoors skills across multiple trips in the Boundary Waters.
Whether you have years of experience with the Canoe Base or are looking to showcase you leadership and passion for the outdoors in a new setting - we would love to have you join our staff!
The Northern Lakes Canoe Base Alumni Association (NLCBAA) is a group of former and current staff of the Northern Lakes Canoe Base and their family and friends. Our experiences were life-changing and formative, and we are committed to sharing this incredible experience with next generations. We support the operations of the Canoe Base by our local council, Girl Scouts of Minnesota and Wisconsin Lakes and Pines.
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