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Whether it's a kayaker using IKEA shopping bags for gear storage or a solo canoeist who prefers a double bladed paddle. They're all great little bits of knowledge. Save on the NEW Paddle On Hat Kayak Angler Rescues Tangled Great Blue Heron Watch a fisherman rescue a great blue heron tangled in old fishing lines on the bank of a good fishing hole. Almost immediately after saving the bird, karma hit from the rescue and he hooked and landed a monster 6+ lb rainbow trout! Message Board of the Week Garage storage Finally moving into a new house with a garage after never having one before and... Trip Spotlight Friday Harbor 4-Day/3-Night Kayak Camping Trip By: Crystal Seas Kayaking Guided, unforgettable and all inclusive. Paddle coastlines, watch whales, dine island grown, and stay rustic. Family, biking, and private options upon request. Experience the San Juans with Crystal Seas. Product Spotlights Gemini ST by Valley Sea Kayaks "It's very light weight. A joy to load on & off the car! Also it's excellent speed &..." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Universal Portable Stands by Suspenz Storage & Transport "High enough off the ground to work... then is low enough to sit in a chair and..." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ SE-370 by Sea Eagle Inflatables "Overall, love the product. Stows great and is perfect for my lifestyle..." ⭐⭐⭐⭐★ Solution Access Deck Bag by Sea to Summit "I use it for camera, binocs, snacks, and more. The removable dry bag keeps..." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sponsored in part by: Paddles by Aqua-Bound Inflatable Kayaks by Sea Eagle Kayak Vancouver Island by Spirit Of The West Adventures Paddle Boards by Rave Sports Featured Articles Best Dry Bags of 2020 There is nothing worse than wet gear, so check out these great dry bags ranging from 5L to 110L. Enter the New Wenonah Swepstakes Win a Wilderness T-Formex Canoe Compass Basics - The Marine Compass by: Tom Watson Looking at the compass from the cockpit will tell you which way the boat is pointing, not necessarily what direction it is going. You could be drifting NE while your bow is pointing slightly ENE. That’s all part of "navigating" - for now, let’s concentrate on that compass on your deck. Photo of the Week Photo of the Week Mike Srone - Alaska Think You Have a Photo of the Week? Each week a winning photo will be selected from the many pictures that have been submitted by paddlers around the world! Featured Articles Building A Plywood Canoe Have an extra piece of plywood hanging around the house? Build a canoe with it! How to Plan a Multi-day Gourmet Paddling Trip by: Anne Desjardins When it's finally time to go on a weekend paddling trip or to experience the pure freedom of a multi-day expedition, you may not believe this, but half the fun is in planning the meals. So let’s get creative! Classification of Rapids, Water Levels, and Canoeists by: Herbert Gordon Part of the planning of a paddling trip entails knowing what to expect on your trip. This is not so difficult to... 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Using your weight to balance has many benefits that can help you stay safer and potentially drier on your next paddling trip. VHF Radio Overview by: Kayak Hipster Basic Canoe Safety You'll be happy to hear that canoeing is one of the safest outdoor activities that you can do. Nonetheless, there's still some basic principles to ensure you stay safe. Product Spotlights Oso PFD by NRS "With the OSO, I can wear my PFD continuously with no fuss and..." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sea Ghost 130 by Vibe Kayaks "...the boat is really stable. I can get all the way out on the front of the boat and..." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Prana LV by Current Designs Kayaks "Excellent stability both initial and secondary, tracks reasonably well in..." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Paragon Tandem Inflatable by Star Inflatables "The drop stitch floor make it very stable in the water. We have used the kayak in..." ⭐⭐⭐⭐★ Featured Articles What Happens If I Flip? Paddlers often say that we're all "between swims." So watch our video and take our quiz to see if you know what happens if you flip! Canoe Capsize and Recovery In Under a Minute Learn a fast, efficient and stable way to re-enter your canoe after flipping over in deep water. 2019 Short Film Awards Winners Reel From Log to Canoe Paddles with Hand Tools Watch two friends create canoe paddles from a downed tree with only hand tools! The process is both extremely difficult and relatively simple. Do you think you could make one? Recent Reviews Submit a Review Freein 10' Yoga Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board Freein Paddle Board Great board, ...