Our Latest Articles About Canoeing
Explore Tips, Information & Guides About Canoeing
If you’re interested in learning more about canoeing, these blog articles are a great place to start. On this page you can browse the 12 most recent articles we’ve published about paddling a canoe, and if you’d like to find something else you can explore our blog.
On this site we share tips, information, and guides about different types of paddling and paddle sports, including canoes. Joe, the owner and manager of this website has enjoyed countless canoe camping trips over the years and grew up fishing from a canoe at his family camp in Maine. He enjoys white water canoeing in addition to family outings with his wife, kids, and yellow lab.

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

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, 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

Canoe Upgrades to Consider for Next-Level Paddling
If you are on the market for a new canoe, there’s a good chance you want something that’s truly your

What Are the Parts of a Canoe?
You are probably curious to know about the different parts of a canoe if you’re new to canoeing and want

Canoe vs Rowboat Differences (which is best for you?)
If you’re not already a boating enthusiast, you may be a bit confused about a canoe vs rowboat. After all,

How to Transport a Canoe Safely
Taking your canoe out on the water is an incredibly fun. Getting your canoe to the water? Not so much.

What to Do if You Swamp a Canoe?
If you’re interested in going for a canoeing trip, make sure you you’re a competent swimmer and have taken a

Canoe vs Kayak Differences (and which is better for you?)
When trying to figure out which would be better suited to you – a canoe vs kayak – the worst

Canoe Weight Limit: Is There Such a Thing?
If you’re dreaming of going on a canoe adventure with family or friends, you might be wondering what the canoe

How to Size a Canoe Paddle?
If you’re new to canoeing, you are possibly wondering how to go about deciding on the best size for your

Canoeing Solo: A Guide
Maybe you’ve been thinking about canoeing solo for a long time, but you just haven’t pursued it. To many, canoeing

Oar vs Paddle Comparison—What Are the Differences?
Do you know the difference between an oar and a paddle? If your answer is no, don’t worry. You’re certainly

What Are Canoes Made Of?
If you’re in the market for a canoe, then you should be aware that not all canoes are created equal.

What to Wear Canoeing for a Comfortable Day on the Water
If you’re getting ready to go on a canoeing adventure sometime soon you’re probably excited. There are few activities as