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Lac Seul Reservoir

A vast, island-dotted lake system visible shortly after takeoff from Sioux Lookout, known for its jagged shoreline.

Boreal Forest Canopy

Dense stretches of spruce and pine stretching to the horizon, representing the heart of Ontario's northern wilderness.

Severn River Meanders

Stunning views of the Severn River as it snakes through the landscape toward the subarctic coast.

Peatland Polygons

Unique geometric water and vegetation patterns in the muskeg that become more prominent as you head north.

Hudson Bay Estuary

The widening mouth of the Severn River where it meets the brackish waters of the Hudson Bay near the landing.

Sturgeon Lake

Deep blue glacial lakes set against the dark green forest during the initial climb.

Isolated Outposts

Occasional glimpses of remote First Nation communities and tiny fly-in fishing camps connected only by air.

Hudson Bay Lowlands

Perspective of the world's largest wetland area, appearing as a vast, flat carpet of moss and water.

Palsa Mounds

Frost-heaved peat mounds that indicate the presence of permafrost as you cross the 54th parallel.