Canoes Articles & Videos

• How to Refurbish an Old Fiberglass Canoe or Skiff

  Like any boat, fiberglass canoes and skiffs are subject to wear and tear as well as water damage. If your canoe or skiff is old, cracks may have already started to appear along the hull. While these surface blemishes may inspire you to thro… read more

• How to Raise the Seats of a Canoe

  "There's nothing more uncomfortable than paddling a high-sided canoe from a low seating position," writes prolific canoe author Cliff Jacobson in "Basic Essentials Solo Canoeing." Not only is a low seating position uncomfortable, but it als… read more

• Roadtrek Canoe Carrying Options

  Roadtrek RVs have raised roofs that can make carrying a canoe seem difficult. However, the vehicles are compatible with several roof racks and canoes can also be mounted to the rear of the RV. Roof racks are the most stable and the safest c… read more

• The Best Canoeing GPS

  Global Positioning Systems are useful tools when canoeing, particularly if you're paddling unfamiliar routes. There are a variety of features to consider when choosing the best handheld GPS for you, including whether you want one that has m… read more

• Homemade Canoe Dolly

  A canoe provides a great way for individuals and groups to get into the great outdoors. Fresh air, great scenery, and exercise are some of the benefits associated with paddling a canoe. However, for many people, a canoe can be challenging t… read more

• How to Patch a Fiberglass Canoe

  Bumping into rocks, logs and other obstructions is a regular feature of canoeing in creeks and swamps, which often leads to cracks and holes in the canoe's hull. Thankfully, many canoes are made from fiberglass. In addition to being lightwe… read more

• Games to Play While Traveling by Canoe

  Canoeing can be waves of fun on its own, or you can make the experience even more amusing if you play some canoeing games. Some canoe games need at least two canoes traveling together, while others can be played on a single canoe with at le… read more

• Tunica, LA Hotels

  Tunica, Louisiana, is just outside the Baton Rouge metro area. Tunica is a small town, but there are many attractions in nearby towns. St. Francisville has historical homes to tour, and both towns have fishing and hiking on the lakes in eac… read more

• Motels in Pocomoke City, MD

  Pocomoke City, Maryland, is a launching spot for travelers who want to explore the Pocomoke River and Maryland's coast. The town is less than a 45-minute drive from Chincoteague Island and a bit further from Assateague Island. By staying in… read more

• How to Tighten Canoe Rivets

  Canoeing is great fun, and modern aluminum canoes are built to last for many years with proper care and maintenance. However, wear and tear does cause the inevitable leak, and a major culprit in aluminum canoe leaks is the loose rivet. Usua… read more

• How to Tie a Canoe on a Car Roof

  If you plan on taking a canoe trip, or you want to be prepared just in case you find a good spot to launch your vessel into a river, tie your canoe on your car roof. Note that you will have to have a roof rack to do so. The smooth underside… read more

• The Best Canoe Runs in Florida

  Whether you are looking for a remote, wilderness experience, such as the Wilderness Waterway, or a peaceful journey, such as the tropical Juniper Springs run, Florida offers a wealth of opportunities for canoeists to enjoy. You can paddle f… read more

• Homemade Canoe Stabilizer

  Many peoples throughout history have operated dugout boats similar to our modern canoe. In the islands of the Pacific, canoes were typically stabilized by an outrigger, a small offshoot to one side of the boat that aided in keeping the boat… read more

• How to Tie a Canoe on a Car Roof

  If you want to take your canoe on a trip, you won't need to purchase a trailer to haul it. Strapping it to your roof rack is relatively simple and inexpensive. You'll want to have it properly tied to your car's roof because the last thing y… read more

• How to Launch a Canoe

  While it may not be obvious from watching experienced canoers, the canoe is an inherently unstable craft because it is so narrow. You'll develop the ability to step in and out of a canoe with ease as you practice, but the first few times yo… read more

• How to Fix a Leaky Aluminum Canoe

  Just because a canoe is made out of aluminum does not make it immune to wear and tear. Rocks can open the seams on aluminum canoes--or they can be punctured. Any short-term leak eventually will require a long-term solution but, thankfully,… read more

• How to Steer a Canoe

  Steering a canoe sounds like a straightforward process that requires little thought. The truth is that there are several different paddling techniques that go into guiding your craft in the water. Doing these inefficiently can make a day on… read more

• How to Carry a Canoe

  If it is your first time carrying a canoe, it is a good idea to have someone assist you in lifting the canoe so that you can practice the proper technique and avoid injuring yourself. Carrying a canoe by yourself is surprisingly easy. The h… read more

• Canoeing in California

  The sport of canoeing is increasing in popularity in California. There are many different places to canoe in California that offer a fun ride with a beautiful atmosphere. California has a huge State and National Park System that consists of… read more

• How to Tie a Canoe to a Jeep

  Canoes are lightweight, and they can be easily picked up by the wind and sent flying across the highway if they aren't properly tied down. Tying down a canoe onto a jeep is easy with the right equipment. High-quality cam buckle tie-down str… read more

• How to Row a Canoe

  Canoeing is a great recreational sport and may be enjoyed by people of different ages. Whether on a lake, pond, stream, or river, canoeing provides the opportunity for exercise, fresh air, and spectacular scenery. Canoes are propelled by pa… read more

• How to Keep a Camera Dry in a Canoe

  For a photographer, a canoe is a perfect platform to capture some incredible images of wildlife and nature. The temptation is to throw the camera around your neck, hop in the canoe and started paddling. But before you start your photo adven… read more

• Off-Season Training for Canoeing

  If you live in a four-season climate you will find it difficult to canoe year-round. In order stay in shape during the colder months, there are a variety of off-season activities you should be sure to engage in. There are two different kin… read more