June 26th is National Canoe Day. If you love to get out on the water and you’re in the United States, here is some travel inspiration for your next canoe (or kayak) adventure. Which spot will you choose? Acadia National Park, Maine Known as the crown jewel of the North Atlantic coast, Acadia National Park [...]
Packing light but enough to have an effective tackle box, also take into account the season! Watch Jim share his knowledge on packing for canoe fishing in the Canadian wilderness. — Jim and Ted Baird, Season 4 Alone winners, have explored and endured over 10,000 miles of the worlds most brutal terrain. Now, they’re pushing [...]
Looking to head out on our own solo canoe adventure? Or maybe just want to take your skills to the next level? Canoeroots Magazine features Francis Boyes of Smoothwater Outfitters, offering his top tips to become a skilled soloist. Discover which paddle you should use, how best to position yourself in the boat and to how to [...]
Indiana has so much to offer when it comes to enjoying the outdoors, especially canoeing and kayaking. IndyStar provides a list of the 10 best places to practice your paddle sports. Time to book that trip!
Still learning what’s the best way to get in and out of a canoe or kayak? Watch this great video from expertvillage, as they discuss best methods for getting in and out of a canoe.
Canoes, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards were involved in 20% of all boating casualties last year (U.S. Coast Guard 2013 Recreational Boating Statistics). The ACA partnered with Anzovin Studio to create a video aimed at empowering kayakers and canoeists to take responsibility for their safety on the water.
Paddling tips can help even the earliest beginners paddle like pros. Watch this great video from PaddleTV in which they discuss the top 5 river canoeing tips to help make you a better paddler — or at least save you from having to learn important lessons the hard way.
Don’t leave your best friend at home the next time you go canoeing. Denny and Suwanee, from Old Town Canoe Kayak, give us some great tips on how to safely canoe with your dog.
Tying a canoe to the top of your car for a weekend at the lake is much easier than you might think. Here’s a great video from GuideYourOutdoors demonstrating a great way to tie your canoe down to a car roof, safely and easily. Remember, don’t always trust a buckle 100%, always add another backup knot, just [...]
