Luggage Restrictions

• Space is limited on the helicopter. Gear must be limited to essentials.
• Gear above the luggage restrictions will incur an excess baggage fee.
• More than one bag is allowed provided the bags meets the size and weight limits.
• Dogs are not allowed on the helicopter.
• Suitcases and backpacks with external frames are not allowed on the helicopter.
• Backpacks and small duffel bags are best.
• Anything attached to your bag may be removed in order to fit in the helicopter.
• Items such as hiking poles, walking sticks, fishing rods, tripods and ice axes should be treated as seperate items.
• Bear spray, fuel for camp stoves and any other flammables must be kept separate from your other gear and identified to the helipad personnel.  These items will be put in a specific compartment on the helicopter.
• One pair of skis is allowed. Do not bring ski bags.
• Wear your bulky clothing and boots on the helicopter, as it is often colder at Assiniboine.
• Your gear will be loaded and unloaded from the helicopter by our staff.

Additional Luggage Restrictions for Hut Visitors and Campers

• Sleeping bags and sleeping pads attached to backpacks may have to be removed in order for your bag to fit in the helicopter. Pack these items inside your backpack.
• BBQ’s are not allowed at the Naiset Huts or Campgrounds.
• Coolers are not allowed. They do not fit in the helicopter or the food storage boxes at the Naiset Huts and the Campgrounds.