Read our latest articles about exploring the water safely in a canoe.
After a fun day of canoeing, your smile may dim when you get home and realize it’s time to store your watercraft! Before you give up and carelessly toss it in the garage, explore the great canoe storage ideas I’ll go over today.
For many outdoor enthusiasts, canoeing on a sunny afternoon is the perfect adventure. Finding the best wood for your canoe paddle can make a massive difference in your experience. Though modern paddles use materials like carbon fiber, fiberglass, and aluminum, a traditional wooden canoe paddle is still popular for paddlers looking for that one-of-a-kind feel …
The Coleman Scanoe is a hybrid cross of a canoe and skiff boat, the first of its kind. The first thing to know about the Scanoe is that it has been discontinued and is no longer available on the market today. However, many are still big Scanoe fans and there is a market for these …
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Canoe trips are a wonderful way to experience the great outdoors. Even just a day or weekend trip can restore your peace of mind and help you feel more grounded and reconnected to the natural world. But a day in a canoe is more enjoyable if you’re prepared and have packed everything you’ll need. Here, …
Not enough room for your buddies in the canoe? A drop-in canoe seat is an easy and convenient way to add extra seating. You can use the seat when you need it and store it away when you don’t. But what is a drop-in seat? Why would you want one? Are drop-in seats easy to …
Thinking about canoeing on adrenaline-inducing white water rapids? Stay safe and use a white water canoe. While it’s not essential for all rapid classes, more advanced (read dangerous) white water conditions call for a white water canoe designed for powerful currents and turbulent waves. I always use a white water canoe when I’m heading out …
How a White Water Canoe Differs from a Standard Canoe Read More »
Since you’re here, I’m going to assume you’re the kind of parent who looks for ways to get their kids into the great outdoors. After all, it’s a great way to make memories that last a lifetime. But you’ve got to know the best kinds of canoe for family use. Let’s learn about the factors …
Canoeing is a fantastic way to get out on the water and enjoy the great outdoors. It’s great exercise, and the slow pace and quiet really allows you to notice and appreciate the natural world around you. But there’s a bit of a learning curve, and mastering the strokes can be tricky. Lots of beginners …
How to Paddle a Canoe (strokes to master & my top tips) Read More »
Canoeing is an increasingly popular water activity all over the world. For some, it’s a form of exercise, a competitive sport, or as a way to enjoy nature up close. If you’re new to it, it will help to learn proper techniques and canoeing basics before you set out on your first trip. In this …
Canoeing Basics – A Primer on Canoeing for the First Timer Read More »
A few hours spent canoeing on the river or lake can be transformative for your well-being. Not only does paddling get your heart rate pumping and your muscles engaged, but sunshine, fresh air, and natural surroundings boost morale and improve your mental and physical health. An added bonus? This sport can burn some serious calories …
