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How to Camouflage a Canoe for Duck Hunting

Seasoned outdoorsman T. Edward Nickens gives us his well-proven-play-by-play to camouflage a canoe and get up close with waterfowl before flushing them and taking the shot.

How to Carve a Paddle

Carving your own wooden paddle is rewarding beyond the satisfaction that comes from making something that will last a lifetime with your own hands. “seeing a paddle emerge from a plank of wood is one of the most tranquil ways to spend a few hours I’ve ever experienced,” says Jordan Hanssen. In this how-to, Jordan walks through the steps he’s mastered to spare you a few headaches and make this project an enjoyable one.

How to Prevent Disaster by Righting a Capsized Canoe

Canoeing is a great group activity and going with others is both a fun and easy way to make sure that you remain safe on the river in case of a capsize. When planning an outing, having the proper equipment and a little know-how of how to quickly right a capsized canoe in case of an emergency can help make sure that your day will have a positive ending.