going alone?
These short videos will teach you the basics.
Editor's Note: These videos are part of a series of "How To" productions by Rapid Media. Each video is intended to help you learn or improve your skills.
Francis Boyes of Smoothwater Outfitters in Temagami offers expert canoeing advice.
Going solo canoeing is a very rewarding experience. Discover which paddle you should us, how best to position yourself in the canoe and to to perform the C-stroke.
Whether paddling your canoe solo or tandem, the J-stroke will allow you to paddle in a straight line and control your canoe.
Recommended Articles
Skiing & Snowboarding During the Pandemic
Find out what restrictions you'll find at ski areas in Ontario.
Best Weekend Escapes
Discover a wealth of pristine nature, paddling, snowsports and more.
Star Gazing
Gordon's Park Dark Sky Preserve
Guiding the British Invasion
Woodland Caribou Provincial Park
Kids are Simply Happy in Nature
A family adventure on the French River
Jiimaan: Traditional canoe building
Visit Canadian Canoe Museum before Oct. 2
Celebrating the canoe
Should it be on our flag instead of the maple leaf?
No roughing it on this guys getaway
In the wild with style
Skills Video: How to launch & land with style
Get tips from Ontario Sea Kayak Centre
Video: Paddle fast, easy & efficiently
Get tips from Ontario Sea Kayak Centre
Hidden gems for family camping
Restoule & Mikisew Provincial Parks
A journey of discovery
In the footsteps of The Group of Seven
Like Geocaching?
Parks Canada has program for you
WOW
New design for Canadian Canoe Museum
VIDEO
Adventure Ontario
What's so superior about it?
Captain Greg tells us why.
Wow: Best Lookout Points
Hike to the top.
Insider’s Guide to Neys
How to plan a trip to this under-the-radar provincial park.
Paddle to the Trailhead
8 stunning hiking trails to canoe or kayak to.
Why I SUP
15 ways to fall in love with stand-up paddleboarding.