Learn more about our story, the route and the planning below.
In 2022, our close-knit team of six—Eli, Schrage, Mick, Buddha, Noah, and Sam—bonded over shared interests, including fishing, American history, and leadership strategies. We meticulously planned our Arctic adventure, submitting a comprehensive proposal in May 2024. This proposal covered every aspect: team roles, the canoe route, logistics, policies, gear, budget, evacuation plans, and more. Mick, Schrage, Noah, and Buddha have signed their contacts for 2nd Session at Camp Kooch-I-Ching for summer of 2025. We’re actively reaching out to partners and raising awareness to involve more people in this exciting journey.
The Route will be the entirety of the Yukon River. The headwaters to the mouth of the Bering Sea starting in May of 2025.
The Yukon River stretches approximately 3,190 kilometers (1,980 miles), making it the fifth-longest river in North America.
The river flows from East to West
The name “Yukon” originates from the Gwich’in word “Yuk-un-ah,” which translates to “great river.”
Stretching across 1,979 miles, the Yukon River takes the crown as the longest river in both Yukon, Canada, and Alaska, United States.
Has historical significance: During the Klondike Gold Rush (late 1800s to early 1900s), the Yukon River was the main means of transportation for prospectors seeking their fortunes in the gold-rich Klondike region3.
It will be in both Canada and Alaska
Will pass mountains and lowland marshes
Will end in Pacific Ocean
Drop off by car and fly out by plane
Interactive online map link: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1zqXoTW9oHJK9XQOjn0uCmnzH_5oU5V4&usp=sharing
As you scroll down you will see maps that provide a visual of our route on the Yukon River.
This sign marks our drop off location and the inspiration for our name: Sign to Sea.
These maps come from Dan Maclean’s book: Paddling the Yukon and its Tributaries
Contact us.
yukonrivertrip25@gmail.com