This trip was the fulfillment of a long-term wish to canoe in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. It was a birthday present for my husband and I wanted everything to be just right. We chose Boundary Waters Guide Service based on TripAdvisor Reviews and we were not disappointed. Coming from Los Angeles, we needed a company that would listen to... More

We went with a couple of friends for a 3 night 4 day canoe trip with Jason in September, and it was great. The company is very thorough in its preparation to outfit the trip. We did not have to worry about anything. We had the mixed weathers (sunshine, rain, strong wind, near freezing temperatures at night), plus bears invaded... More

My trip into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness with Jason was perfect. He did a fantastic job of making the trip exactly what I wanted it to be. I didn't have enough knowledge or experience to venture into this area by myself and Boundary Waters Guide Service provided the trip of a lifetime for me. I wasn't disappointed and... More

We arrived in Ely the evening of August 17, 2011 with three adults and two 13 year olds (a boy & a girl) and were met by Jason and Kate. After reviewing the trip, safety procedures, etc… they gave us the packs we were going to travel with to pack our clothing in at the hotel that evening. Our packs... More

Ely Outfitting Company (Boundary Waters Guide Service), took all the thought out of this trip for us. They prepared our equipment, meals, travel spots, etc... all in advance so we didn't have to worry about a thing. We had an EXCELLENT guide who not only took us to great canoe spots but also guided us on a hike, took us... More

Jason Zabokrtsky planned a custom BWCA father & son wilderness canoe adventure for us. We wanted something challenging and “To Be Remembered”. The trip could not have been better. The Boundary Waters Guide Service supplied everything except the clothes on our back, bug spray and fishing gear. Even those items were available in the store for last minute purchases. The... More

I joined Jason on a family guided trip while wrapping up coverage for PADDLE NORTH, a book on the BWCA/QUETICO I was photographing. Jason's knowledge and easy going manner kept the family at ease and interested in this wonderful lake strewn region. I understand this family was taking their trip with Jason. That says a lot to be requested over... More

We are a group of 8 middle-aged women who scheduled a 4-day canoe trip through Boundary Waters Guide Service. We could not have been more pleased with the service they provided. Our guide, Kate Ford, took excellent care of us from the time we booked the trip until we got off the water. She helped with our planning and preparation,... More

My two boys (ages 9 and 6) and I took a 4 day guided trip through Boundary Waters Guide Service at the end of August. Our guide was the owner Jason Z. It was a great learning experience for all of us. Jason taught us the ins and outs of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (including the history, fishing, wildlife... More