1445 N. Boonville Ave. Most accidents occur when canoeists attempt water conditions more demanding than their skills, knowledge, and experience can justify. Coordination, balance, and dexterity are necessary to successfully paddle a canoe.
Some people claim canoes capsize too easily.
Actually it is inexperienced or reckless people who tip canoes, because they don't know how to handle them. Preparation is part of the key to successful canoeing, and like other forms of outdoor recreation, comes before the actual activity. Safety precautions, common sense and courtesies, and proper behavior come into play. Before embarking on any canoe adventure, ask about the difficulty of the stream. Although most local outfitters are geared to amateurs, make sure where you plan to canoe isn't just for experienced canoeists.