OUR STORY

Alive Adventures emerged from Scott's boundless passion for adventure in the Canadian wilderness and his desire to share it with others. Obtaining his seaplane license in 2020, he flew over 200 hours, taking 50+ friends and family on unforgettable journeys.

During his travels to Central America and Asia he attended numerous yoga and meditation retreats and trained in several styles of breathwork; and became inspired to create an experience in Canada combining nature, seaplane adventure and yoga/meditation.

After a decade-long search, he found the perfect spot: Kakagi, with its mature forests, remote location, and pristine lake. In 2022, construction began on the Alive Adventures facilities.

Now, as summer 2024 approaches, Scott eagerly invites you to join the launch of Alive Adventures. Prepare for an extraordinary journey into nature's embrace, where every moment pulses with the excitement of exploration.

SCOTT BENSON / FOUNDER

Scott was born and raised on the lake, gaining early proficiency in boat handling and even navigating across ice during winter. His first job involved transporting lumber by boat to cottages under construction, where he later learned carpentry skills from his father. During his childhood, Scott spent his free time exploring the woods behind his house, blazing trails, and eventually mastering biking on terrain deemed impassable by most.

Driven by a desire to explore remote locales, Scott obtained his pilot's license in 2020. Venturing beyond familiar territories, he began visiting lakes he had previously only identified on maps. During a training flight with his seaplane, he stumbled upon Kakagi Lake, captivated by its vibrant turquoise waters and rugged landscape. In 2022, he acquired property on Kakagi Lake and commenced construction on the sauna and other structures that would become integral to Alive Adventures.

Check out the Alive Adventures podcast to hear Scott’s stories from the Canadian wilderness and building Alive Adventures.