Where are some good places to paddle?
—Algonquin Provincial Park, Canada.
—Batsto River, Pine Barrens, New Jersey.
—Carmen’s River, Eastern Long Island, NY.
—Mullica River, Pine Barrens, New Jersey.
—Lake Powell, Utah
—Long Lake, Adirondacks, NY.
—Loon Lake, Sierra Mountains, California
—Pocomoke River, Maryland.

 

What are the benefits of kayaking in canoe country? A kayak:

—has a lower center of gravity, safety issue in rougher waters
—is a lower target for wind
—is watertight in rough water conditions
—can go further from shore in choppy waters,
— has a rudder, more accurate paddling, better tracking
—has a backrest, more comfortable
—can be operated alone safely, as compared to canoeing, which usually requires two people
 

What is portaging? A technique used primarily by canoeists consisting of moving a boat and gear across terrain from one destination to another.