Canoeing has evolved from the main means of transportation for Indians and early explorers and fur traders. Canoeing is a low-noise way to explore the area's beautiful and rugged geography, letting you get surprisingly close to wildlife on land, water or in the air. Canoeing is a great form of exercise, whether canoeing on a lake or canoeing downstream. You hold the paddle with two hands, one at the end of the handle, the other gripping the shaft just above the blade, and pulling toward you. See Canadian Canoe Museum Equipment Kayaking has evolved dramatically from the sealskin-covered shells that Eskimos used for hunting seals in the Arctic.
Whitewater kayaks tend to shorter, and can turn on a dime.
Sea kayaks and longer, with a sleek v-shaped body for stability in rough seas. Most kayaks have two bulkheads fore and aft for storage, and have deck lines and bungee cords to keep key items handy. Things like a spare paddle, map, munchies, water bottle, and camera. You will also need to wear a lifejacket, which are required by law. There are many places you can rent canoes and other equipment, especially around the popular canoeing areas, which is handy when you do not canoe often.