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They finished the trip to the shores of James Bay. Unfortunately, most of the posts the last month or so where recorded in French, or...

The problem with getting older as a canoeist is that big canoe are easier getting in and out of because of their stability and...

Headwaters of the rivière Mégiscane.

Besides painting, varnishing and new rails on some of my canoes, I have been busy with a couple of other shop projects. My wannigan...

You might think about a flag somewhere near the back of the trailer. It will help you see it in the rear view mirror and it will help...

I finished up the trailer, new wiring, fixed a broken fender mount and new bearings. Took it for a test ride, worked out well. I’m...

Old ways are the best ways. Ease into gradually. Just like using snow shoes. There are few small muscles that you do not want to...

My son got married at our place over the weekend. Brought out the canoe I made for my wedding and Honeymoon and put it to use.

My late, life long buddy used this technique to get into his Wee Lassie II.

I'm somewhat similar- I broke my back a few years back and lost almost all feeling in my left leg, after several hours in a canoe I...

Good information jdeerfoot

Crossing the CA/US border returning to the states at Pigeon Rv last month we were asked by the US CBP agent if any of us had...

Maybe I am not using them correctly, but have tried them with several of my packs and just don't find them to be comfortable due to neck...

Sorry to hear that jdeerfoot. The advice I would give to someone trying out a tump is to adjust it on the long side and shorten it as...

I really like those clear moon-lit nights after the leaves have fallen. The forest seems enchanted when lit by moon light allowing you...