The Canoeist's Checklist

Watch this short video before heading out on the water.

Editor's Note: This video is one in a series of "How To" productions by Rapid Media. Each video is intended to help you improve or learn new skills. 

Chad Casey from The Lodge at Pine Cove, French River, shows you what you need to enjoy a safe and fun canoeing trip for a day. 

About Canoeroots Magazine

Canoeroots print and digital magazine celebrates the rich tradition and heritage of canoeing, gear, adventure and the soul of today's paddlers. Every issue is loaded with canoes, news, techniques, gear and tips from the very best outdoor writers and photographers. 

Recommended Articles

Tom Thomson Self-Guided Tour

Visit these places in Algonquin Park to learn more about the famed painter.

Ontario Old Growth Trails

Tall trees await: Ontario’s best old growth trails.

Canoeing in Toronto

Locals share best places to paddle in the GTA.

Pancake Bay: Ontario’s Ultimate Beach Escape

Discover the shores of an inland sea.

Ontario’s National Parks

Protected for posterity. And deservedly so.

Discover Hardy Lake Provincial Park

Your hiking guide to this sublime park in Muskoka.

Best Waterfalls in Ontario

Discover where they are and how to get there.

Call Us Crazy

23 Adrenaline Rushes Found Only in Ontario

Best overnight hikes

5 Weekend Adventures To Satisfy Your Soles

Windy Lake: Your Travel Guide

Discover year-round outdoor fun in Ontario’s stunning Northeast.

Explore Underground: Ontario Caves

Perfect for adventurous couples and families.

What You Need to Know about Ticks in Ontario

With the proper precautions, you don't have to let these creepy crawlies ruin your summer fun.

SUP in the city

The top 6 places to paddleboard in Toronto.

Kayak Georgian Bay

Experience a guided sea kayak trip on the bay.

Girls’ Getaways

21 ideas for an adventurous escape or bachelorette party in Ontario.

Best Small Towns in Ontario

These 9 communities are gateways to outdoor adventure.

POWERFUL ENERGY

Explore Temagami's spiritual sites with the utmost respect.

Hike the Pukaskwa Coastal Trail

Discover awe-inspiring waterfalls, beaches and vistas on this epic 60-km trail.

Point Grondine Park Guide

Everything you need to know to plan a trip to this adventure-filled destination near Killarney.

Best Backcountry Camping in Ontario

7 destinations that are wild with beauty and fun.