Canoeing is often confused with kayaking, another enjoyable paddling activity. In order to avoid any confusion, we decided to first discuss the two main differences that exist between a kayak and a canoe, being the position of the person(s) paddling and the raft itself. First, canoeist, often in pairs, bend their knees. Paddlers have the option of knelling and or sitting on benches that run across the beam of the craft. Second, canoes are usually open-top boats, often designed to seat two or sometimes three people with a one-bladed paddle whereas kayaking is done from a sunken, seated position with a double-bladed paddle and usually with a “spray deck” to keep the water out of the cockpit. In other words, a canoe is open whereas a kayak is enclosed.

One of the biggest psychological benefits of fishing is that it allows anglers to focus on the simple act of fishing. You can let go of all your cares and worries, which in turn, gives you the opportunity to decompress and appreciate the beauty and joy a day on the water affords.