Rowing, canoeing and kayaking require upper body and core strength, along with some amount of endurance. With a little planning, preparing physically for your next watercraft outing, or deliberately maximizing the amount of exercise you get while on water-themed trips, can be achieved as well as be rewarding. When in doubt, work with a personal…
To float for relaxation or exhilaration is an ongoing question for outdoor adventurers. The traditionally held view is that canoes are for recreation and kayaks are meant for thrills! Yet, many outdoor enthusiasts have, or use, both types of these vessels. Current hybrid kayak models also are closing the gap between these popular water-trip boats.…
As stewards of Missouri’s water and soil, canoe fans can take care not to add pressure or problems to fragile waterways and environments they enjoy using. Following are tips about how to not inadvertently damage waterways during canoe trips. Missouri’s waterways still face erosion challenges that began more than a century ago. In the 1930s,…
In addition to having fun, playing games while canoeing can lead to increased paddling and maneuvering skills, as well as more teamwork, trust, leadership, communication and entertainment. Games also enhance one’s canoe-related observational and concentration abilities. An important consideration, however, is how competitive, cooperative or creative the games should be, given various proficiencies, health conditions…
Missouri’s Only Canoe Maker, Osagian Canoes, Delivers ‘Water Edge’ Experience Canoeists dream of, and often beg for, more relaxing seats; this year, a long-standing manufacturing team professes to have the answer to this request. Jared Carr, owner of Missouri-based Osagian Canoes, said they added an optional mesh seat that provides comfort and durability in their…