Open Canadian Canoes

Traditional Canadian Style Open Canoes

Going by various names- Open Boats, Canadians or Canoes. One thing they all have in common is their load carrying capabilities. Originally designed by the First Nations of the North American continent, they were then taken on by hunters, trapper and explorers. Modern canoes haven’t changed much from their original shape, but instead of being made from birch bark or animal hides. These days they are constructed from hard wearing plastic, lightweight composite materials or even inflatable Nitrilon.

The great advantage of open canoes is their large carrying capacity, allowing paddlers to go tandem, paddle with the whole family, and if needed take enough camping equipment to disappear away from it all, or embark on multiday adventures.