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I would set my 10x12 tarp up so it can be quickly altered if the wind changes. A lot of bug nets that can be draped over your sleeping...

Although a very short paddle like a Nessmuk "pudding stick" will eliminate the need to shoulder cradle, that may or may not be an...

I'm with Glenn on this one, just use your single blade paddle with one hand. In the "Woodcraft" book Nessmuk uses the one handed paddle...

My tarps are either 10"x10" or 10'x12'. Both are large enough for me, my gear and room left over if I really need to stake it down...

I would never go tentless during bug season, but have had success with a tarp in the shoulder season. I would make sure my tarp was big...

It's not difficult to scull or even paddle slowly forward or backward with a regular paddle properly cradled in one arm. No gimmick...

l have seen those in the past. More of a paddle for sculling and keeping the canoe in place when fishing instead of long distance...

Ah yes, Canoetripping.net gathering, Lows Lake, NY ADK’s. good time, Thanks for sharing

I hadn't planned to go to the BW this year, but when my favorite nephew David and his friend Eric invited me along - how could I say no...

Came across this and figured I'd show off my fancy "wannigan" It originally was a padded tool crate that went inside a rectangular...

My sister told me about that book so I picked up a copy. Not usually a mystery reader but I really enjoyed this book. Highly recommend...

I recently made the 6-hour trip north to Oxtongue Lake in Ontario to pick up a new Cruiser 16.8 I ordered from Swift Canoe and Kayak. I...

@canootrippa- Yes, you're correct in where I purchased my canoe. Brent Baysinger and his staff do a wonderful job of getting folks out...

It's great to hear you have similar feedback on the boat. Based on the location note on your profile, I'm guessing you bought yours...

When I got the boat home, I was pleased to discover that a 60 Liter barrel will fit (barely) in the forward section of the boat. That...