The Journal

Heliconia proudly presents the return of world-renowned paddler Ken Whiting in Season 13 of Facing Waves, now airing across multiple broadcast networks, including FanDuel Sports’ National, NBC Sports Boston, California and Philadelphia, Space City Home Network and Angels TV Network. The new season features three inspiring episodes that showcase Canada’s spectacular waterways through unforgettable self-supported paddling expeditions.

Season 13 features two unforgettable Canadian paddling adventures. Episodes 1 and 2 form a two-part special following Ken’s five-day solo sea kayaking expedition through Georgian Bay’s legendary 30,000 Islands, where he explores remote islands, rugged shorelines, and one of the world’s largest freshwater archipelagos. Episode 3 takes Ken to Quebec’s iconic Dumoine River for a four-day wilderness paddling expedition, navigating challenging whitewater and pristine backcountry while showcasing the skill and self-reliance required for multi-day river travel. 

Following the premiere, Facing Waves Season 13 will continue rolling out across Heliconia’s broadcast and distribution partners, including PBS, World Fishing Network, Water Television Network, Waypoint TV, Outside TV, JournyTV, Travel & Escape, USA Today, Rightnow TV, and Marquee Sports Network. Viewers should check their local listings and preferred platforms for availability.

For more than a decade, Facing Waves has inspired paddlers and outdoor enthusiasts by combining world-class adventures with practical knowledge, authentic storytelling, and breathtaking cinematography. Ken Whiting’s passion for exploration and expertise across every paddling discipline continue to make the series a trusted source of inspiration for everyone from experienced paddlers to those discovering the sport for the first time.

About Heliconia

Our mission is simple – to Guide People to a Lifetime of Adventure. Heliconia specializes in creating and producing premium TV shows like Facing Waves. Heliconia episodes are broadcast into over 100M+ US TV households on platforms like Discovery Channel, PBS, FanDuel Sports Networks, and OutsideTV. From outdoor adventures to family escapes and culinary journeys, our productions inspire audiences to explore the world. Curious about who Heliconia is? Watch our promo reel or explore any of our other shows here: Adventure Cities, Outdoor Eats, Road Trip Angler, or Epic Trails.

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Lacey Conrad
Marketing & Project Manager
lacey@heliconia.ca