Flatwater kayaking on the Delaware River

This kayaker videotaped his adventure on the Delaware River. It was the typical casual flatwater paddle until the sudden mishap. The ending of the video is sort of funny and certainly put the paddlers video camera to the waterproof test, but it also shows how easily trouble can find us even on basic recreational paddle trips.

If you’re looking for somewhere different to paddle in the New Jersey area you might want to check out the Staten Island Boat Graveyard at Arthur’s Kill. At the boat graveyard you’ll see old freighters, tugboats and ferry boats dating back to the 1940s. These boats are waiting their turn to be destroyed at the scrapyard and might be gone in another year or two.

During your paddle to and from the graveyard you’ll likely encounter freighters being towed in by tugboats, but don’t be fooled by these large boats in tow as they do move fast through the channel so don’t waste time getting out of the way.

See my Arthurs Kill Staten Island Boat Graveyard Photos

The St. Regis Canoe Area in the Adirondacks is a great region for beginner and experienced canoe campers. Don’t allow stories of the remoteness and seclusion of the Adirondacks unnerved you into thinking you can’t handle the Adirondacks. It’s not as remote as it’s made out to be.

Sure, there are areas of the park where you could find yourself in danger if lost or injured, but with common sense and a sensible plan you’ll do just fine. Many paddlers do the Adirondacks solo, but first time Adirondack trippers should choose to do it with a confident paddling partner.

There are several camping and access options available when visiting the St. Regis Canoe Area but be assured whatever option you choose you will have to portage while visiting the St. Regis Area. One of the most convenient ways to see the St. Regis area is to paddle to the St. Regis Pond and set a basecamp.

Getting to St. Regis Pond is easy, but it does require five short portages that begin at the Upper St. Regis Lake, or one longer portage from Little Clear Pond. From that St. Regis Pond basecamp you can explorer the many other canoe routes with only essential gear such as water and food, making portaging so much easier.

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