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Watersports tips

Watersports tips

Explore your options for canoeing, kayaking and stand up paddleboarding. Find out how to choose everything from boats and boards to paddles and PFDs, along with transport tips to get to the water.

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How to choose a PFD

Select a PFD that fits well, provides adequate buoyancy, and suits the type of paddling you do.

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How to choose a wetsuit

Tips for finding the right wetsuit for surfing, swimming or paddling.

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Two people paddling on stand up paddleboards

How to choose a stand up paddleboard

Paddleboards are easy to balance on and give you a full body workout.

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How to choose a canoe

How to choose a canoe

You need a canoe eh? Here's what to look for when selecting your craft.

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How to choose a canoe paddle

Not all paddles are created equal – find out what works for you.

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types of kayaks

Types of kayaks

Open water, touring, whitewater or racing, there's a boat for every aquatic setting.

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How to transport a kayak or canoe

Learn how to tie down a canoe or kayak to your vehicle safely and securely.

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Learn - Choose a kayak sprayskirt

Choose a kayak sprayskirt

It's important that a skirt fits both the boat and the paddler.

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How to choose a kayak paddle

How to choose a kayak paddle

You and your paddle are the engine. The right one sets you up for efficient cruising or rapid moves on water.

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gear for kayaking

On-water safety: mandatory gear

The Canadian Coast Guard requires that paddlers carry certain items, including an approved PFD.

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Canoe or kayak touring checklist

Caught up the creek without a paddle? Not if you use this list.

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Canoe campsite in Algonquin Park, Ontario

Algonquin Park canoe trip checklist

Pack wisely when portages are involved.

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Canoeing in BC

Bowron Lakes Canoe Circuit checklist

Get ready to canoe through BC wilderness with this gear packing list.

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