In my years as a river guide and later as director of a river running operation, I saw many people book an adventure and show up (not quite) prepared for the canoe experience. Most were fit and fulfilled the requirement of having basic canoeing skills but lacked knowledge of moving water and the environment we…
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Does Your Canoeing Trip Have Heart?
Every canoeing adventure should not only include physical challenges, beautiful waterways and landscapes, but also have something that will leave an impression on the heart. Those of us that have been on many canoeing trips understand that memories are made just by participating. At the end of a day of paddling, each person has their…
Ready to try River Rafting?
River rafting is one of the most fun things you can choose to do! The great thing about river rafting is that you can choose the intensity of your adventure. Want a quiet scenic float? Great! Want a heart pounding adrenal rush? Rafting is for you! Of course, you’ll want to do some homework and…
Canoeing hacks for added stability
Many people are intimidated by a canoe because they feel unstable. Here are a few ideas to add stability to your canoeing experience. Let’s start with getting safely into the canoe. Stow your gear and paddle in the canoe (check out one of our favorite canoe brands, Old Town!) prior to getting in. This will…
Do You Portage Your Canoe?
Portaging your canoe is simply the act of moving your canoe from one body of water to the next. That having been said, might I suggest a wonderful canoe adventure that involves a portage? Yellowstone National Park holds many of the most visually stunning landscape and wildlife photography opportunities on earth. If you want to…