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      Elements Adventure Company

      Elements is the sponsor of the “Green Paddling Outfitter” category in the 2026 Paddle BC Awards

      Located in the North Okanagan, Elements Adventure Company has built a reputation as one of British Columbia’s premier canoeing outfitters, offering everything from instructional whitewater courses to remote wilderness expeditions across Western Canada. Founded by passionate paddlers and certified instructors, the company specializes in skill-building adventures that blend technical instruction, exploration, and a deep appreciation for river culture. What truly sets Elements apart is its signature “Four Rivers in Four Days” experience, believed to be the only guided paddling trip of its kind in Canada. The unique adventure takes participants down four different Southern Interior rivers over four days, combining Class I-III whitewater, scenic road-trip travel, riverside camping, and hearty camp meals into one unforgettable journey. Designed for adventurous intermediate paddlers, the trip captures the spirit of BC river running: diverse waterways, changing landscapes, great company, and just enough adrenaline to keep things interesting.

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