If you are a beginner, then the best place to start is by hiring a canoe and following well established canoe routes. Staff are usually very helpful when giving instructions on how to use them and give you plenty of time to practise and get the feel of canoeing before you set off. Canoeing is so straight forward and easy to pick up, it is a fantastic hobby for anyone with a sense of adventure.
French Adventure
If the English weather puts you off a bit and you would like to experience canoeing in better weather, then the best thing is to head to France. Often associated with cycling holidays France is also perfect for a canoe holiday. There are miles of unspoiled French countryside for you to explore €" plus if you pick to go at the right time of year its less likely you will get rained on.
If you feel a little canoe sore, then you can jump out and go for a walk, or better still, find yourself a local bike hire store and explore the countryside from a new perspective. For cycling holidays France offers no end of beautiful bike friendly routes.
Planning
We all know there is no better way to see the beautiful countryside than in a canoe, but it is also important to be well prepared. Canoeing holidays can be hard work if you are ill prepared so make sure that you cover every eventuality before you head off. This will help you get the most out of your unique experience.
Once you have decided where you would like to go, then the next thing is to plan your route. Make sure there are plenty of amenities along the way. Look out for campsites where you can stop en-route or B&B's with a local pub that could provide you with a decent meal. All that outdoor exercise is hungry work so you'll need to make sure you can get food and drink along the route because you can't store too much on board. It is important to keep the canoe as light as possible or you'll be working extra hard. Lightweight and rain proof clothing is essential as well as safety equipment such as a first aid kit.
Practise makes perfect
Unless you are a keen and well practised canoeist, it's worth getting a bit of practise before you leave. Hiring a canoe for a day or half day at your local outdoor sports centre will help get you ready for your trip.
A canoe trip is an ideal way to enjoy a river journey. Seeing the world from a slightly different perspective opens up a whole new way of enjoying a holiday. Although not suitable for landlubbers it's perfect for those who thrive on water sports and appreciate picturesque landscapes.
French Adventure
If the English weather puts you off a bit and you would like to experience canoeing in better weather, then the best thing is to head to France. Often associated with cycling holidays France is also perfect for a canoe holiday. There are miles of unspoiled French countryside for you to explore €" plus if you pick to go at the right time of year its less likely you will get rained on.
If you feel a little canoe sore, then you can jump out and go for a walk, or better still, find yourself a local bike hire store and explore the countryside from a new perspective. For cycling holidays France offers no end of beautiful bike friendly routes.
Planning
We all know there is no better way to see the beautiful countryside than in a canoe, but it is also important to be well prepared. Canoeing holidays can be hard work if you are ill prepared so make sure that you cover every eventuality before you head off. This will help you get the most out of your unique experience.
Once you have decided where you would like to go, then the next thing is to plan your route. Make sure there are plenty of amenities along the way. Look out for campsites where you can stop en-route or B&B's with a local pub that could provide you with a decent meal. All that outdoor exercise is hungry work so you'll need to make sure you can get food and drink along the route because you can't store too much on board. It is important to keep the canoe as light as possible or you'll be working extra hard. Lightweight and rain proof clothing is essential as well as safety equipment such as a first aid kit.
Practise makes perfect
Unless you are a keen and well practised canoeist, it's worth getting a bit of practise before you leave. Hiring a canoe for a day or half day at your local outdoor sports centre will help get you ready for your trip.
A canoe trip is an ideal way to enjoy a river journey. Seeing the world from a slightly different perspective opens up a whole new way of enjoying a holiday. Although not suitable for landlubbers it's perfect for those who thrive on water sports and appreciate picturesque landscapes.
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