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| Folding kayak & canoe recourses | |
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Description, and links to dealers, makers and folding kayak enthusiasts worldwide. |
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Your #1 source for information on canoeing and kayaking. From Buyers' Guides for canoes, kayaks and accessories to articles, classifieds, photos, outfitters, dealers,... |
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Provides tips and ideas how to build and maintain your own folding kayak. |
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Distribution of folding and inflatable boats in Quebec, Canada |
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| www.megamarine.com | MEGA MARINE: New and used boats. Power and sail. All the information and resources you need to make the right boating decisions. Classified ads and great deals. |
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Magazines |
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The #1 Paddlesports Resource. All you have to know about canoes and kayaks is here. |
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Provides informative tips, articles, and guides, so that families can make the most of their camping adventures. |
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The award-winning Canadian magazine for people who are passionate about the outdoors and adventure. |
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Books |
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Diaz's guide is sensibly divided into three parts, corresponding to the preliminaries, acquiring knowledge and skill, and actual practice and use. |
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Great source on paddling routes, trails, wilderness camping, fishing, complemented with maps and descriptions. |
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Parks and routes |
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Gives comprehensive information about parks in Ontario, rules and guidelines, reservations, park planning tips and much more... |
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Online meeting place for those who enjoy exploring the lakes and rivers of Canada by canoe, with hundreds of route descriptions and active discussion boards. |
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| Spirit of the West Adventures | Come kayak with Orcas with Spirit of the West Adventures |
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Description, pictures and videos of Madawaska rapids |
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Weather |
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Current weather and forecasts. |
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Includes comprehensive coverage of weather patterns across Canada. Lists current and recent warnings and advisories. |
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Marine Conditions, Forecasts and Buoy Reports. |
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Survival basics |
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Animated rope knots commonly used aboard or related to the sea. |
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Covers common fishing knots including the Arbor knot, the Berkley braid, the King Sling knot and the Nail knot. Step by step illustrations and instructions. |
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Tips on campfire styles and their differences. |
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Step by step guide how to make a campfire. |
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Online articles and other resources for a safe campfire. |
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Easy step by step guide to build a campfire. |
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How to make an emergency outdoor survival kit |
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List of essentials to be in a survival kit. |
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Tips on how to build a compass so that if you ever get lost in the forest without a regular compass, you'll be able to find your way out. |
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All you have to know about getting ready for a camping trip. Easy to read. |
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Camping kids zone |
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Provides ideas how to make a camping trip enjoyable for your kids and you. |
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The games and activities are arranged in order of increasing difficulty and skill level. |
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Misc.kids FAQ |
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Great ideas to entertain your kids on a camping trip, in a car, on a rainy day. |
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Campfire Cooking and Recipes |
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Gives tips on how to prepare a site for campfire cooking. Interesting and simple recipes. |
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When you’re out adventuring you might as well try out a few unique campfire cooking methods. |
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Menu ideas and rules of food planning. |
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How to avoid food spoilage while camping. |
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A variety of camping recipes submitted by visitors and other outdoor cooking resources. |
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This list states quantities per person per meal. Multiply by numbers of campers and you will have the totals required. |
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First Aid |
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First aid basics in emergency situations. |
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A list of the must-have's to include, and adding your own customizations. |
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Hiking checklist and first aid essentials. |
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