The entire Heliconia team is excited to announce that our founder, and paddling expert Ken Whiting, has been recognized for his outstanding work on his Wild Discovery series. Paddle Canada and the Waterwalker Film Festival, have awarded Ken for the “Best in the Sea Kayaking” Category at this year’s festival for Ken’s Wild Discovery – Kayaking Lake Superior episode.
This recognition celebrates Ken’s creativity, passion, and storytelling that went into bringing the Kayaking Lake Superior adventure to life. Through breathtaking visuals and compelling narratives, the digital episodes highlight not only the spirit of paddling and adventure, but also the natural beauty and cultural significance of Lake Superior and Canada’s waterways.
“The idea behind my Wild Discovery films has always been to share my experiences on some of the world’s most incredible multi-day paddling trips, with the hope of inspiring more people to get out on the water. To now have these films recognized by the world’s longest-running Paddling Film Festival, founded by the legendary Bill Mason, is truly an honour.”
Ken Whiting
With Ken leading audiences through some of the world’s most breathtaking paddling destinations, Ken captures not just the scenery but the culture, adventures , and the incredible journeys that paddling has to offer.. In addition to Ken’s digital success with the Wild Discovery series, his TV show, Facing Waves, blends expert storytelling, stunning visuals, and authentic connection to the paddling community has resonated with tens of millions of viewers globally.
Watch more of Ken’s paddling adventures on his YouTube channel, Ken Whiting Adventures. You can also watch Ken’s expert paddling tips, gear reviews, and educational content on his other channel, PaddleTV.
Thank you to Paddle Canada and the Waterwalker Film Festival for recognizing Ken for this achievement.
If you’d like to showcase your destination in Ken’s Wild Discovery Series, or in Facing Waves, please get in touch with our Tourism Partnerships Manager, Stefanie Manton.
About Heliconia
Our mission is simple – to ‘Guide People to a Lifetime of Adventure’. Heliconia specializes in creating and producing adventure travel shows like Facing Waves, that are broadcast into over 100M+ US TV households on platforms like FanDuel Sports Network, and OutsideTV. From fishing adventures to urban travel and culinary journeys, our productions inspire audiences to explore the world. Curious about who Heliconia is? Watch our promo reel.
For Commercial Sales:
Adam Best
Ad Sales Manager
adam@heliconia.ca
For Brand Partnerships:
Malvin Young
Brand Alignment Manager
malvin@helipress.com
For media inquiries:
McKenzie Dolan
Marketing & Account Manager
mckenzie@heliconia.ca
"Food is a story. It’s history, culture, and tradition wrapped into something you can taste. Destinations that highlight the people behind the food, the landscapes that shape the cuisine, and the experiences that make it unique will stand out."
Heliconia is thrilled to celebrate the transformation of Bally Sports into FanDuel Sports Network, […]
Heliconia is excited to announce Ken Whiting’s picks for Best Paddling Gear of 2024. […]
If you work in the travel industry, you may have seen some of the buzz coming out of this year’s Adventure Travel Trade Association World Summit (ATWS). One keynote in particular, delivered by Aizaz Sheikh, Head of Global Brand and Content at TourRadar, sparked an important conversation about how marketing, storytelling, AI and value driven content are changing the way destinations reach and inspire travelers.
Having explored more than 100 countries across all seven continents, award-winning travel journalist, and Adventure Cities host Jonathan Thompson, has discovered that what makes a destination truly memorable are the moments that surprise, delight, and connect with travelers.
The Troutman-Jackson family is back for Season 5 of Great Family Adventure! This newest season will take viewers on an adventure with the family while they explore the unique stories, landscapes, alpine regions and stunning coastlines around the world.
view all
