There are lots of reasons you should take
up whitewater kayaking. Here are just a few:
1. The Ottawa area is one of the best regions in
Introduction to
the world for whitewater kayaking. Choices
range from urban paddling in the shadow
Whitewater
of Parliament Hill or at Champlain Bridge,
to wilderness paddling on the fringe of
Algonquin Park. Our rivers warm up by mid-
Kayaking
June—a luxury enjoyed in very few other
paddling regions.
2. Kayaking can be a four-season sport,
By James Roddick
though three seasons is enough for most
of us. Advances in technical clothing help
to keep you warm and dry despite freezing
temperatures. Even if you avoid winter
paddling you still have a good nine-month
season from April to December.
3. It’s a lot of fun!
4. You meet great people!
5. The rivers are free!
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