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 The Lower Shekak River, ( Level 3-4 Rapids ), from the historical centre on Highway 11 to your exit point to the North, is well developed for kayaking and rafting. We welcome you to join us for your wilderness adventure.
Rafting - Open to Public : Kayaking - Open to Public : Canoeing - not available
The Shekak River had been little explored and archaeological expeditions organized under the auspice of Eagle's Earth Cree and Ojibway Historical Centre revealed nationally significant archaeological findings such as the colonies of Culturally Modified Trees ( CMTs ) pre dating contact, archaeological site circa 7,000 years and another find at the end of the same portage circa 1,000 years old. These two sites are located on the property of the Eagle's Earth Cree and Ojibway Historical Centre.
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Historical Significance of the Lower Shekak River
" We discovered an oasis of undisturbed pre-historical and historical archaeological sites and quit counting after more than fifty discoveries in one season of field work. There is archaeological work for many years to come and a wealth of historical knowledge to be preserved ..." Dr. John Pollock, Head Field Archaeologist - Nagagamisis Plateau Expedition 2001-02
The historical centre, a Canada Interpretive Centre, is adjacent to the pristine Shekak River, one of Ontario's best kept secret for superb rubber rafting, kayaking and canoeing. Your trip may begin on secondary Highway 631, near Hornepayne, Ontario, Nagagamisis Lake Provincial Park or at Eagle's Earth Cree and Ojibway Historical Centre located on Highway 11.
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The Upper Shekak River is Made for Canoe Trips
 The Upper Shekak River ( 60 miles ), from secondary Highway 631, ending at the historical centre is much less travelled by the general public and does not experience the traffic of more renowned rivers such as the Mighty Missinaibi River.
The Upper Shekak is more for the advanced canoeist and kayakers. At present it has no signage for portages with some portages located close to falls. Depending on water levels, skills and type of craft there are approximately seven portages with the longest being ½ a mile. Thus far no rafting has been done on the Upper Shekak. The water is crystal clear with trout being the predominant fish specie. Guided tours will only be available in the season of 2007 for canoeing and kayaking. If feasible rafting will be available in the 2008 season.
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 Lower Missinaibi River, ( Level 3-4 Rapids ), from the historical centre on Highway 11 to your exit point to the North, is well developed for kayaking and rafting. We welcome you to join us for your wilderness adventure.
Rafting - Not available : Kayaking - Season of 2007 : Canoeing - Open to public
The Mighty Missinaibi, a Canadian Heritage River, is located some 50 miles due east of the Eagle's Earth Cree and Ojibway Historical Centre on Highway 11. It is rich in history, has good signage, well maintained portages and remains a jewel of the north. It extends over one hundred and ninety miles on its northern section alone as a free flowing river. The Lower Missinaibi has seven portages ( from Mattice to Moosonee ) and is the location of Thunder House Falls and Hell's Gates a micro climatic area.
Here's an account of a Canoe Trip Along the Missinaibi River.
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The Missinaibi's Thunderhouse Falls and Hell's Gates
This micro climatic geological formation extends some five miles in length with a first canyon ( Thunderhouse Falls ) some one mile long with 100+ feet cliffs. This canyon has a series of three falls some twenty five feet in height each ( depending on water levels ) and a standing rock called Conjuring House some eighty feet high below the falls.
Hell's Gate climaxes with a narrow seventy five feet gorge with a thirty five feet fall within a two mile canyon some 200+ feet high.
The only two challenging portages are Thunderhouse Falls and Hell's Gates. The other five portages are under ½ a mile each. The white water enthusiast will meet their most challenging rapids in the first forty miles climaxing with Thunderhouse Falls and Hell's Gates.
The rest of the trip is enjoyed without further portages ( except possibly a short one ) over a distance of some 150 miles. The Mighty Missinaibi will join with the Mattagami River to form the Moose River. As you near Moosonee you will see first hand the tide coming some ten miles inland on this majestic delta.
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 Foch-Negogami River, The Negogami River, located 20 miles due west of the centre on Highway 11, is another lesser known river. It provides the white water enthusiasts with rafting and kayaking opportunities in the early season and canoeing later in the season with receding water levels. It offers excellent fishing opportunities and spectacular scenery.
Rafting - Not available : Kayaking - Season of 2008 : Canoeing - season 2007
It has eleven portages averaging 3/4 of a mile each and many scenic falls.
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