Paddling

If you’re not traveling through the backcountry on foot, then you’re probably paddling lakes and rivers to get to your campsite.

Find out what it takes to go on a canoe or kayak camping trip.

How to portage a canoe (a step-by-step guide)

How to portage a canoe (a step-by-step guide)

A canoe is an incredible vessel that can take you places you never thought possible. But when your journey takes you beyond the reach of the water, you'll need to know how to portage your canoe. What does it mean to "portage" a canoe? Portaging is the act of carrying...

What’s the best canoe for a camping trip?

What’s the best canoe for a camping trip?

We used to think that our 16-foot fibreglass Prospector was the best canoe for a camping trip. And it was… until it wasn’t. There are a lot of different types of canoes out there—all of which are designed for different purposes. As our canoe tripping style changed and...

How to repair a fibreglass canoe (on a trip and at home)

How to repair a fibreglass canoe (on a trip and at home)

We’ve had our 16-foot fibreglass Prospector for two years now. In that time, we’ve put as many as 10 cracks and holes in it. You could say that we’ve gotten pretty good at figuring out how to repair fibreglass canoes—both temporarily while we’re still out canoe...

What is canoe camping? A beginner’s guide

What is canoe camping? A beginner’s guide

You already know what camping is. But what is canoe camping? We thought you’d never ask! Canoe camping is more than just camping with a canoe. The canoe is your vessel of transportation; your way of getting from the access point to your campsite—and everywhere in...