Comments for adventures of a canoelover

Comment on the day I hugged the man in the parking lot by Texas Canoe Dad

Texas Canoe Dad — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 21:07:02 +0000

When we empathize we strengthen our humanity. Add in the catharsis of being on the water in a wild location, and we maximize our presence in the moment. Thanks for connecting with him and empowering him for healing.

New to the canoe game with my 6 year old son, and loving your blog from Texas.

Comment on yin and yang by Peter Spence

Peter Spence — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 22:11:29 +0000

Great read man, and happiest of birthdays. I know little of canoes aside from childhood the camping trips that my dad took me on as a little kid on the LWR, but your new boat is definitely easy on the eyes; i think it’s great that you took the time to tweak it to include a spot for your pup too!!

Comment on contacting canoelover… by canoelover

canoelover — Mon, 26 Dec 2022 21:21:15 +0000

In reply to Marc Weiner. I am making one more pair this winter. Let me know if you're interested.

Comment on how many? by canoelover

canoelover — Tue, 01 Nov 2022 15:43:44 +0000

In reply to Rick Rosen.

It has been a while for sure. And I have to admit my collection is changing. I’ve sold a few, added a few, and donated a few. The Covenant is a sweet boat. I could take it on trade… 🙂 That Covenant is a fast little canoe. Send me an email if you want to chat about it. darrenb@rutabaga.com

Comment on how many? by Rick Rosen

Rick Rosen — Sun, 30 Oct 2022 16:25:03 +0000

This leaves off five years ago. Are there still followers/commentators? I have a mere four canoes and my wife has a kayak. We’ve overloaded our small garage. I have two Blackhawk solos, a Nighthawk and a Covenant. I believe the Nighthawk is the ideal boat to introduce children to paddling. As I approach age 72, I need space for a super light tandem, so am considering selling the Covenant. There’s nothing like river paddling in these saddle seat boats. And even on open water they can be pushed, as my son proved when he beat two young men in a tandem down a five mile stretch in the BWCA to grab a campsite below Lower Basswood Falls.

Comment on contacting canoelover… by Marc Weiner

Marc Weiner — Sat, 24 Sep 2022 01:25:50 +0000

I would love a pair of your snowshoes . They look superb . I am 200 lbs .

Comment on the day I hugged the man in the parking lot by Lisa

Lisa — Fri, 03 Jan 2020 21:12:59 +0000

I love this story. Mine is similar with only 5.5 years together in Colorado’s high country and mighty rivers. I gained a healthy respect for high water and firearms. Alex was lead instructor for OAR cert in fly fishing guide school. He retired from guide life and we fished every waking moment. He is always with me. I will be attending SUP classes this spring and saving for a board!

Comment on how many? by Martha Reis-Richter

Martha Reis-Richter — Sat, 07 Jul 2018 01:36:05 +0000

If these many years on, you’re still looking for a Blackhawk Zephyr for the collection, I have one that I need to sell!

Comment on how many? by Courtney Codrington

Courtney Codrington — Sun, 10 Dec 2017 19:04:11 +0000

I co-founded Lotus Canoes in 1981 with Mike Galt. I would like to correspond with paddlers interested in living and telling the Lotus Canoes and Freestyle Paddling saga. I have boats and paddles in WA and Florida. I hope to gather pictures, writings,and stories from the adventure called Lotus. Courtney Codrington

Comment on how many? by Tom Fahey

Tom Fahey — Sun, 27 Aug 2017 19:50:05 +0000

I have just two but I think that you would approve.My Jensen 18 by Wenonah is my tandem racer,but I love to take her out solo on late-nite lake paddles. For true solo work (yeah right,work) I have a Bell Merlin ll In black gold with wood trim. I’m taking a break from sanding right now before a few more coats of Watco. I think you would be happy in either of these,if not,everybody has their own I guess. Happy Paddling. Tom P.S. Which boat do you fly fish from ??