Facing Waves Season 13 Takes on Epic Canadian Paddling Expeditions

October 1, 2026

/OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Heliconia proudly presents Season 13 of Facing Waves, which premiered June 20, 2026, and is now airing across multiple broadcast and streaming networks throughout North America. Hosted by world-renowned paddler Ken Whiting, the new season features three inspiring episodes showcasing Canada’s spectacular waterways through unforgettable self-supported paddling expeditions.

Season 13 takes viewers on two remarkable Canadian paddling adventures. Episodes 1 and 2 follow Ken on a five-day solo sea kayaking expedition through Georgian Bay’s legendary 30,000 Islands, exploring remote islands, rugged shorelines, and one of the world’s largest freshwater archipelagos. Episode 3 heads to Quebec’s iconic Dumoine River for a four-day wilderness expedition through challenging whitewater and pristine backcountry.

Facing Waves Season 13 is airing across Heliconia’s broadcast and distribution partners, including NBC Sports Boston, NBC Sports California, NBC Sports Philadelphia, Space City Home Network, Angels TV Network, PBS, World Fishing Network, Water Television Network, Waypoint TV, OutsideTV, JournyTV, Travel & Escape, USA Today, RightNow TV, FanDuel Sports Network, 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 paddling expertise continue to make the series a trusted source of inspiration for experienced paddlers and 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