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Alumni Rental Program

For years, Northern Tier had offered rentals to members of the Charles L. Sommers Alumni Association, Inc.  We have taken steps to make the process more streamline for alumni.  

To reserve equipment from Northern Tier for your upcoming wilderness experience (summer and winter), please review the information on this page, complete the request form and a Northern Tier Staff member will reach out to you to complete the reservation.  Equipment is limited and will be rented on a first come first served basis.

All alumni utilizing Northern Tier’s rental program must:

  • Be current members of the Sommers Alumni Association.
  • Agree to follow all US Forest Service and/or Quetico Provincial Park rules and regulations while using the equipment.
  • Possess appropriate permit at the time of picking up equipment.
  • Group size must be a minimum of 4 people and 2 canoes to be compliant with the Scouting America Safety Afloat Policy. 
  • Pets are not allowed on Northern Tier Bases. 
  • Northern Tier is not responsible for obtaining necessary permits for the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness or Quetico Provincial Park, however Northern Tier will verify permits prior to checking out any canoes.

To make a reservation for an outfitted trip through Northern Tier:

  1. Review the menu of options and select the option that fits your needs best. You can choose from fully outfitted or partially outfitted options.
  1. Drop your information in the form below and someone from Northern Tier will reach out to you.  You can also call us at 218.365.4811 x53008 to make a reservation.

Partially Outfitted Summer or Winter Trip

You can build your trip based on your needs.  The link below will take you to pricing and item availability.  

  • Summer Rentals:  May 1 – Oct 31
  • Winter Rentals:  Dec 1 – Mar 31 (with the exception of Dec 27-Jan 3)

Members of the Sommer’s Alumni Association will receive a 25% discount on the listed prices.

Summer Rental Pricing
Winter Rental Pricing

Fully Outfitted Trips

This option sets you up for outfitting just like a traditional Northern Tier crew!  

  • Summer Standard Outfitting:  $100 per person, per day.  
  • Summer Lightweight Outfitting:  $130 per person per day. 
  • Winter Outfitting:  $100 per person per day.

Members of the Sommer’s Alumni Association will receive a 25% discount on the listed prices.