Avoid unnecessary garbage and bring bags for the garbage you do create. There are many things to check before you leave the shore when you are canoeing. First, would be the pick up arrangement. Make sure that you and the business agree on the time that you will meet. Find out is there is an extra charge if you are late in returning.
Businesses often pick up canoers in two different ways.
Some drive you to the lift off point and you canoe back to the rental area. Others will meet you at a certain site and drive you back to your vehicles. The only problem with the latter one is that you often arrive early or late and must wait on them to pick you up. Make sure that before you push off from shore you have two oars per canoe. Also, double check that everyone has a life jacket.