I've had a bunch of people ask me what the big differences are between canoes and kayaks. Other than the whole thing of kayaks using double-bladed paddles and canoes using single-bladed, canoes tend to be a little wider and more stable, plus since they're mostly open they have the ability to carry more stuff. But remember that, whether you can carry more stuff or not, you're still going to have to move all the weight you bring along with every stroke you make, so you still want to strictly adhere to the "less is more" principle of kayaking. Ultimately, it's a matter of bringing the least amount of stuff while at the same time having enough stuff to be prepared for any possible problems you may encounter on the trip.
Looks like the starting date we set for December 11th is going to work out after all, so for right now that's what we're aiming for. This coming month there's going to be a lot of preparation going on, and I'll try as best I can to document our progress.
-Daniel
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