Paddling Resources

Thoughtful articles that answer your questions, provide step-by-step guidance, and help you make the most of your time on the water.

Welcome to The Peaceful Paddle Blog

My name is Joe and I’d like to welcome you to my blog. On this website you’ll find easy-to-read articles and guides about using kayaks, canoes, paddle boards, and rafts. I try to write articles answering some of the most common questions about self-propelled boats and you can read more about me and my experience with paddling canoes, kayaks, and enjoying other water sports right here.

My Latest Articles About Kayaking

What Muscles Does Kayaking Work

What Muscles Does Kayaking Work?

Looking for a popular watersport that’s also an excellent workout? Try kayaking. It’s great cardiovascular exercise, and it will strengthen

Solo Canoe vs Kayak

Solo Canoe vs Kayak Comparison (which is right for you?)

Want to get involved in watersports but can’t decide what kind of boat to buy? If the choice is between

Is Kayaking Good Exercise

Is Kayaking Good Exercise? (how “kayak cardio” stacks up)

If you’re like me, you already love kayaking. Or maybe you haven’t tried it before but are interested in picking

Kayaking on Rivers

A Complete Guide to Kayaking on Rivers

There’s a very good reason I’ve been kayaking for years. This exciting activity gets my heart pumping when I want

My Latest Articles About Canoeing

Average Canoe Speed

What is the Average Canoe Speed?

There are many reasons I love canoeing, but the canoe’s speed definitely isn’t one of them. As a relaxing activity

How to Make a Canoe More Stable

How to Make a Canoe More Stable

If you’re new to canoeing or maybe taking family or friends out on the water for the first time, you’ve

Canoe Portage

Canoe Portage Techniques, Tips and Tricks

So, you’re new to canoeing and you’ve heard people in the know throw around the word “portage.” If you’re like

Is Canoeing Hard

Is Canoeing Hard, or Can Anyone Learn?

A low-impact physical activity that provides a relaxing day on the water in the great outdoors, canoeing has been a

My Articles About Paddle Boarding, Rafting & More

SUP Surfing Boards

SUP Surfing Boards: Everything You Need to Know

Water sports seem to get more popular by the year, with new takes on some of our favorite traditional water

Calories Burned Paddle Boarding

How Many Calories Can You Burn Paddle Boarding?

Stand-up paddle boarding is an excellent full-body workout. For such a relaxing activity, it’s a surprisingly great calorie-burner and offers

What to Wear Rafting

What to Wear Rafting (and what not to wear)

While white water rafting can be an incredibly fun adventure, it’s also important to remember what it takes to stay

Is White Water Rafting Dangerous

Is White Water Rafting Dangerous?

Like many of the most exciting sports and recreational activities, white water rafting does have some risk. You will have

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