Topic
Paddling
Canoe, kayak, and packraft travel on rivers and lakes.
About this topic
Canoe and kayak trip craft: portage systems, dry-bag packing, moving-water safety, weather windows, and route reports from lake country and northern rivers.
56 articles
Canoe Trim for Beginners: A Step-by-Step Field Guide
Learn canoe trim guide through a practical sequence, common failure points, a controlled field drill, gear notes, and the safety checks that should happen before a real paddling trip.
· 5 min read
Tides and Currents for Beginners: A Step-by-Step Field Guide
Learn sea kayaking tides and currents through a practical sequence, common failure points, a controlled field drill, gear notes, and the safety checks that should happen before a real paddling trip.
· 6 min read
Boundary Waters Trip Blueprint for First-Timers
Planning your first Boundary Waters canoe trip? This guide covers permits, packing, navigation, and leave no trace principles to ensure a successful and enjoyable wilderness adventure.
· 8 min read
Portage Craft: Loads, Yokes, and Foot Placement
Mastering portaging is key to wilderness paddling. This guide covers effective load organization, yoke design, and critical foot placement for safer, more efficient carries.
· 6 min read
Sea Kayaking Cold Water: Dry Suits, Rolls, and Rescue
Paddling cold water in a sea kayak demands preparation. Learn about essential gear like dry suits, critical skills such as rolling, and effective self-rescue techniques to stay safe and confident on the water, even when conditions turn frigid.
· 8 min read
Packrafting the North: What the Photos Don't Show You
Packrafting in the boreal forests and tundra of the North offers stunning photos, but the reality is more than just scenic vistas. Here’s what to expect beyond the pretty pictures.
· 8 min read
Whitewater Kayaking: Reading the River from Class I to III
Understanding whitewater is key to staying safe and having fun. Learn how to read river features from Class I to Class III rapids, anticipate hazards, and navigate effectively.
· 7 min read
Canoe Trip Planning for a First Multi-Day River Run
Planning your first multi-day canoe trip? From route selection to packing, this guide covers essential steps for a successful and enjoyable river adventure.
· 8 min read