Canoecopia - 2025 Presentations by Category

Presenting Sponsor

Location
Alliant Energy Center
1919 Alliant Energy Way
Madison, Wisconsin

Show Hours
Friday: 3 PM to 8 PM
Saturday: 9 AM to 6 PM
Sunday: 10 AM to 4 PM

Tickets
1-Day: $17.00
3-Day: $35.00
Ages 17 and under are FREE
Cash or check only for tickets purchased at the event

Parking Fees
1-Day: $8.00
Credit only, fees collected by Alliant Energy Center
Advanced passes may be purchased HERE.
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Jake Anderson

Wilderness Cuisine: Elevating Cooking in Canoe Country

Atrium - upstairs Fri 3:30pm-4:15pm

Discover the art of crafting gourmet meals in the Boundary Waters! This talk will take you beyond traditional campfire fare, revealing techniques for preparing exquisite dishes with limited resources. From selecting the right ingredients to mastering cooking methods in a remote wilderness setting, you'll learn how to transform your campsite into a kitchen worthy of fine dining. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or a newcomer to outdoor cooking, this session will inspire you to elevate your ... Read More

Cynthia Cavanagh, Sue Wiley

Paddle More—A Challenge!

Sylvania - main floor Sat 9:30am-10:15am

Paddling time is good time. Still, it can seem hard to find the perfect weather, the ideal water, the best time of day, and the ultimate alignment of the stars in the universe before you plan to get on the water. Time passes quickly and before you know it, your boat can remain stowed all summer.

Get ready to be on the water! Join this fast-paced presentation to see how the presenters challenged themselves to paddling every month of 2024. Learn about the preparations and planning, ... Read More

Nathaniel Gueltzau

Surviving the Distance: A Veteran's Journey through Long-Distance Paddling

Voyageur - Upstairs Sat 2:30pm-3:15pm

Join Nate, an Army veteran and long-distance paddler, as he shares his personal journey of endurance, resilience, and survival on the water. As a bigger guy, Nate brings a unique perspective to the world of long-distance paddling, tackling not only the physical challenges but also the mental and emotional hurdles that come with pushing through the limits of what the body and mind can endure. Along with a sense of humor!

In this presentation, Nate will recount his experiences ... Read More

Anthea Halpryn, James Tracy, Christine Chabot

When a Good Trip Goes Wrong

Sylvania - main floor Sat 3:30pm-4:15pm

In May 2022, three friends embarked on an exciting kayak camping adventure along the Upper Iowa River, 126 miles from Lime Springs, IA to Lansing, IA. After extensive planning and preparation, equipped with the necessary gear and a shared enthusiasm for adventure, they were ready for a memorable journey. However, as often happens in outdoor excursions, a series of events unfolded, leading to challenges that transformed the adventure into a series of unfortunate events, culminating in a dramatic ... Read More

Kyle Parker

Keep on Stroking… The Wisconsin River

Superior - main floor Sat 1:30pm-2:15pm

Get behind the paddle with Kyle Parker as he sets a record for the fastest known time solo canoeing the entire Wisconsin River. Despite overwhelming support and skepticism from friends and family, he is determined to succeed, pushing through countless physical and mental challenges. Throughout months of preparation and training, he faces fatigue, loneliness, harsh weather, and equipment issues, but his unwavering focus and the support of his close friend, Dylan, help him persevere. Along the ... Read More

Forest Paukert

A Paddler’s Guide to the Sylvania Wilderness

Sylvania - main floor Fri 3:30pm-4:15pm

Sylvania - main floor Sat 2:30pm-3:15pm

Big experiences can be had in a small wilderness. The Sylvania Wilderness is part of the Ottawa National Forest and located in the western Upper Peninsula of Michigan on the Wisconsin border. Learn what it takes to plan a successful adventure along with tips to improve your trip. Learn about an often overlooked gem that's easy to get to and a great place to hone your canoeing skills.