Bill,

Interesting that you mentioned Scouts.  I'm hoping your or maybe some of the good folks here can help me out.  I'm helping my Scout troop work on planning a trip in the Daks area next summer.  We're looking for a bit of paddling and maybe some hiking around 7-8 days worth or so.  Been up in the Q 8 times, 3 with the Scouts, so that's pretty much 'trip in a box' for me now. We've got a group that's not quite "high adventure' eligible, but want to get into the woods.   We'll probably bring our own gear, but need some tips on getting started, where might we go, etc.  Working with a known, reputable outfitter might work well too.  Any suggestions from you or anyone knowledgeable in the area would be most appreciated.

pd