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Finding great Christmas gift ideas for a canoer can be made easier by thinking about the paddler’s canoeing interest. When buying a gift for someone who enjoys canoeing, here are a few ideas for canoeing related gifts.
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Although canoeing is a sport that seems to need little or no equipment, the truth is that it is much more than just a paddle and a canoe. There are items that will make the sport easier, or more enjoyable, or just provide a reminder of canoeing while at the office. Here are some potential gift ideas for the canoer:
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There’s a variety of posters, prints, paintings and knickknacks that are great gift ideas related to canoeing. Canoe artwork can transport the canoer to a more peaceful and happy place while stuck in the office.
Browse examples of Canoe Artwork.
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Books about canoeing and kayaking are great gift ideas, and there’s a variety of books to improve canoeing technique, making your own canoe and paddles, as well as, books about canoeing and canoe trips.
To browse a list of books about canoeing Click Here.
Here are a few of the most popular canoeing books. Click on the title for more details:
–by Fred Marks and Jay Timmerman
-by Gary McGuffin and Joanie McGuffin . . .
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Rockwater Designs Canoe Yoke Pad on wooden yoke
This yoke has nothing to do with eggs (that yolk is spelled differently anyway). A yoke is a device that attaches to a canoe to make it easier to lug it around. Usually made of wood, the yoke is mounted perpendicular to the length of the canoe and is often padded.
When it is connected to the canoe, the yoke allows the boat to be flipped over and carried by placing the padded yoke on your shoulders.
A yoke is almost a necessity for getting to and from the water or for bypassing low water areas on rivers. Yokes typically cost between $25 and $80.
Click here to view different types and styles of canoe yokes.
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Malone Clipper Deluxe Universal Kayak Cart
Canoe/kayak carts are a great gift idea – canoe carts offer an even easier way to transport your canoe or kayak short distances.
Most canoe/kayak carts are of lightweight aluminum construction that can be collapsed for storage in your canoe while paddling, or in your car while en-route to the water. Air-filled tires with rugged tread provide easy movement over uneven ground, sand or even rocks.
Although you can find a cart for around $50, the better models will cost only $80-120 and will be much more durable and reliable. Check out our review of the top brands at Canoe/Kayak Carts Review.
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GCI SitBacker canoe back support
Sitting in a canoe for a few hours can be rough on the lower back. Back support, sometimes called canoe seats, are curved devices that create or support the existing seating in the canoe. They are designed to fasten to canoe benches, and some offer adjustable reclining positions.
Back supports are a must for weekend warriors who only canoe once every month or so. It is hard to enjoy canoeing if your back is killing you! Pricing here runs from about $20 to $60.
GCI’s ‘SitBacker’Â model is lightweight, portable and is ideal for canoeing, but can also be used for watching sports, camping and picnicking. It sells for about $35.
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BookFactory® Paddle Sport Log Book / Journals allow canoers to keep notes during and after their trips. They’re great for writing down impressions, routes taken, things seen, people met, alternative routes to paddle in the future, and so on.
Smyth-sewn, so the book lies flat when open; the 81/2″ by 11″ ruled pages with page numbers provide fields to record subjects, dates and book numbers. The hard bound book features a reinforced imitation leather cover and a placeholder ribbon. The journal is of archival quality- with acid-free paper.Click Here to order.
If you’re buying gifts for a canoeing enthusiast, the above list is a good place to start.
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Canoe and kayak trips require as much planning and pre-trip preparation as a vacation; in fact, sometimes they require more. When you vacation, you can usually pick up a toothbrush at the front desk or the corner store. When you’re camping on sand bars in the middle of nowhere, that just isn’t possible.
Be Prepared – Stow Your Gear in Waterproof Containers
The following general check list can be used on trips lasting two or more days. Here’s a helpful hint on meal planning: prepare each meal, on paper, for the entire trip. You’ll be able to include a good variety, eliminate duplication and make sure that you don’t leave at home that one ingredient needed for that special meal.
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Tip: Print out this form and use for your next trip!
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Basic canoe equipment you will need for a one-day trip
Canoe
Paddles
PFD (life jacket), 1 per person
65 ft. throwline
Maps in waterproof case
Signaling devices
Flashlight or headlamp and extra batteries and bulbs
First Aid Kit
Pocket knife
Matches in waterproof container and firestarter
Food
Drinking water
Canoeing/hiking clothing
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Required licenses, permits and I.D.
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Extra paddle
Canoe chair/back rest
Plastic bailer and large sponge for bailing
Bow and stern painter (rope), 20 ft.
Canoe repair kit and/or epoxy
Waterproof gear bags (dry bags)
Float bags
Extra plastic bags
Fishing gear
Duct tape
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Quick-drying pants/shorts
Quick-drying swimsuit
Sun hat (with brim)
Bandana
Waterproof jacket and pants
Waterproof sandals or booties
Select the items to fit your particular trip needs and the level of comfort that you desire
Tent, tarp or bivy sack
Ground cloth
Gear repair/sewing kit
Sleeping bag in waterproof stuff sack
Sleeping pad/air mattress
Stove and fuel
Cook set, dishes and utensils
Liquid, biodegradable soap and pot scrubber
Garbage bag
Water bottles
Be sure to review your checklist
before leaving on your canoe trip
Collapsible water container (2-3 gallon capacity)
Lantern w/extra mantles
100-ft. accessory cord
Backpacking shovel
Binoculars
Field guides
canoe trip equipment needed to enjoy trip
Camera and film w/waterproof case
Notebook and pencil
Watch/alarm clock
Lip balm
Mosquito repellent
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Small bath towel
Brush/comb
Other personal toiletry items
Camping/fire permits, if needed
Money
Map and itinerary of trip
Food
Cooler/ice chest (optional)
Matches/lighter
Oven mitt
Paper towels
Prescription medication
Aspirin and antihistamine
Are you looking for an easier way to move
your kayak or canoe to and from the water ?
Canoe & kayak carts offer a safe and easy way
to walk your craft to the launching site.
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