Canoeing

To paddle a two person canoe can be quite an adventure, or a difficult to maneuver—depending on who you’re paddling with. Whether you are venturing out on a rapid river, a lake, or in your...

Canoes are great fun, and safely transporting one to your favorite waterway is the first step in having an enjoyable time. A truck is an excellent vehicle for transporting a canoe, but some...

A canoe paddle consists of several parts. Running from the top of the paddle to the bottom, the parts are: a grip, a neck, a shaft, a throat, blade, and a tip. At the neck and throat the paddle...

There are a wide variety of ways to build a wooden canoe rack. Racks can range from simple post and wide crossbeam assemblies to T-shaped racks that hold up to eight canoes in a vertical stack....

Water recreation in a canoe has the benefits of added storage for people and gear. Tandem kayaks offer more versatility. Both can be transported with relative ease.

When a paddler uses a properly sized canoe paddle, his stroke becomes more efficient. Experience helps paddlers determine the exact length, which can vary between different types of canoes and...

An entry-level canoeist may find the canoe slightly tender---the polite nautical term for vulnerability to tipping. Although that tender feeling goes away with experience and more time in the...

Cracked fiberglass can be fixed in a matter of days. Follow these simple steps to fix that crack in no time.

The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in Minnesota is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The process of preparing all of the necessary equiptment and supplies can be a daunting...

Provided there is enough wind, kayak sailing is a great way to give your arms a break from paddling. Effective ways to harness the wind while on a kayak include using a tarp sail, a wind-surfing...

A cedar canoe is one of the prettiest boats on the water. Its warm-colored cedar strips---shiny under layers of varnish---contrast perfectly with deep blue water. The combination of fiberglass and...

Fiberglass is a very strong and durable material, but even fiberglass is vulnerable to failure. Common failures in fiberglass are cracks or small holes. Fiberglass canoes are exposed to rocks and...

Coleman brand canoes are now manufactured by Pelican International and are sold under the Pelican brand. The Explorer is no longer listed on Pelican's website as a current model, but used models...

A canoe can be an unstable platform for fishing, diving or any activity that involves moving around, standing or getting into and out of the canoe in deep water. One easy solution, first invented...

Canoes are sleek, stable boats that are at home in lakes, rivers and streams. Most canoes are built from plastics or carbon fiber today, but some companies still build wooden canoes. Wooden canoes...

Canoeing can provide a great workout. It also can be a great way to enjoy nature with a relaxing ride down a river or around a lake. Either way, sometimes your canoe may become damaged from use,...

Mad River's Adventure canoes are inexpensive, durable boats. These molded canoes are built from a polyethylene similar to the plastics used for building whitewater and touring kayaks. While...

The design for a canoe motor mount consists of three parts: a crossbeam made of wood, extruded aluminum, or metal; which spans across behind the rear seat, two heavy duty three to four inch ninety...

A fiberglass or composite canoe is an expensive investment. In addition to being lighter than its plastic counterparts, a fiberglass boat is also more fragile. Fortunately, it is also easier to...

It's never a good idea to paddle alone if you're going out into the wild on the river or into the back country. For that you need at least two canoes and since there's probably room for only one...

Cedar strip epoxy (CSE) canoes look like regular cedar strip canoes, but don't have ribs. Instead, cedar strips are nailed in place over a form and edge glued. Once the glue sets, the nails are...

Using a cedar canoe for recreation can be an enjoyable and calming experience, but cedar canoes tend to crack as they age so future repairs are almost inevitable. Cracks can occur in a canoe's...

I was fishing near Sarasota in some dark water. My friend had been catching Snook all afternoon and I hadn't had a bite. He was kind enough to let me use his rod while I explored a quiet...

A kayak stake pole allows you to hold position in current and wind. This is useful when shallow water fishing. Stake poles may be purchased but they are expensive.

This is an easy and inexpensive way to secure your kayak(s) to the roof on your vehicle even if you don't have preexisting roof racks.

One of the most popular types of outdoor recreation is canoeing, and the activity can be done alone or with a number of people, depending on the size of the boat. Canoeing can also be piloted...

Paddling/Canoeing is a rewarding sport that can take you to secluded areas on the water, a quiet and peaceful way to get out and enjoy the outdoors. The following is some basics on how to paddle...

If you've got an old canoe that has thwarts and no seats, canoeing might not be as enjoyable as it could be. Relief can be had for a few dollars and a little time by building canoe seats.

Building a custom canoe trailer for community organziations or even for your own float parties on the river can be very satisfying. A solid knowledge of welding, some steel, plywood, an old boat...

Anyone who has knocked around in old aluminum canoes knows what a pain it is when they start to leak. Rivets loosen with age and abuse. A trip to the welder for a heli-arc welding job is...

Rafting and Kayaking are becoming a great way to spend a summer vacation or even a one day getaway from the daily work schedule. There is fabulous white water rafting and kayaking on the Delaware...

Building your own canoe paddle has always conferred bragging rights on seasoned canoers. With the advent of the new bent-shaft paddles, some of us have shied away from attempting one. It turns...

Canoeing is somewhat of a twofold sport. Slowly going down a river on a canoe is an ideal way to see the outdoors. Meanwhile, trying to control an 8-foot-long canoe along blistering rapids is an...

There are many types of fishing that can be a great deal of fun and can vary in difficulty depending on the type of fish and the type of water fished. Fishing for Smallmouth Bass in a clear,...

Aluminum canoes are one of the many choices when it comes to canoes. The unique properties of aluminum necessitate a few additional procedures not required when using other canoe types. Although...

A canoe carrier can help in moving a canoe from your vehicle to the water's edge. Although commercial canoe carriers are available, you can make a cart very easily. Some can be made from wood or...

Outrigger floats help stabilize small watercraft, such as canoes and kayaks, in heavy seas and high winds. The ancient Polynesians used outriggers in their journeys among the far-flung islands of...

The pointed shape of a canoe makes it difficult to store the boat safely. If you set your canoe down on the ground, it will tip over and place undue stress on one side of the hull. The best way to...

Canoeing is not only a fun outdoor adventure sport---it also serves as a way to maneuver through the water to reach a destination. Canoes are widely used on rivers, ponds, lakes and mild...

While it is beyond the scope of this article to show you how to build a genuine, professional canoe, you can build a simple plywood canoe with a few basic materials. These can be built in a...

If you love to canoe, then you know that the paddle that you use can make or break your adventure. The right paddle will help you glide easily through the pristine waters. However, the wrong...

Are your favorite synthetic shirts taking on a life of their own? Do they have a "special" drawer all their own in your dresser? Do you start out a wilderness trip smelling like you've...

Canoeing is one of the most relaxing ways to enjoy nature and camaraderie. We all wish for sunny skies, warm weather and navigable waterways on our canoe trips. Unfortunately, rain, portages and,...

Canoeing has been a favorite outdoor recreation for centuries and is one of the most peaceful ways to enjoy nature. However, that peace can be short-lived if your canoe tips and you find yourself...

Canoes are small boats that are mainly in rivers and lakes. Aluminum canoes are usually man powered via two paddles. Aluminum is a popular material used in making canoes. Aluminum is ideal for the...

Before you try to secure your ice chest into a canoe, make sure you have an ice chest suitable for canoe trips or canoe camping. It should be sturdy and small enough to sit on the floor near the...

Nothing is nicer on a beautiful day than taking a canoe trip to enjoy the outdoors. As with all recreational activities outside, safety needs to be your number one priority. Even canoeists who are...

Canoes have come a long way since the birch bark canoes used by Native Americans. Canoes are still used for simple transportation, but they've also made a splash as an Olympic sport. Whether...

Building your own canoe can be fun and challenging. There are many different ways to build your own canoe. I will be going over the basic steps to build a plywood (isn't what it sounds, keep...

Do you want to navigate rivers and streams in a canoe, but are nervous about how to steer? Do you tend to splash yourself and others every time you put the paddle in the water? Follow these easy...