Canoe related chat. Whether you paddle an Open Canadian, a Kayak, a sit-on top or canvas folder. Its all paddling and its all related. It is about being on the water!

Hi there to our newest member, welcome to C-waV. The hard part is over, you are now part of a unique canoeing community. Introduce yourself and say hello.

Been on a canoe trip? You lucky so and so. Why not share it with the rest of us, doesn't matter how brief, we just love reading trip tales. Oh, and looking at the pictures!

Well, you are now on your way to experiencing one of the most enjoyable of pastimes. We will answer your queries, so you get out on the water quicker and start canoeing!

Got a question about kit? The answer may be found here. Clothing, drybags, footwear, PFDs. Where to buy. Also personal kit reviews submitted by members.

About canoes. Types, advantages, materials. Outfitting, repairing and General maintenance. Plus members reviews.
Sub Forums: Canoe reviews, Paddles.

Are you planning a trip and want some company?
Sub Forums: Courses and Information

Your favourite place. Where to launch. Where to park. Facilities etc.
Sub Forums: Regional Canoe Routes, Conditions

For some the ultimate canoe adventure is a trip that involves a sleep-out. Canoe camping, wild-camping and bushcraft.
Sub Forums: Campsite recommendations & Reviews.

Food ideas for canoe camping trips and wild living. Campfire nosh, recipies, cooking methods. Full four couse or one-pan wonders, fresh or out of tins. What ya got cooking?

Photographs of canoeing inspire us all. Post your favourite photos. Waterscape, canoe, nature as long as they were taken whilst out paddling.

A place to share those "made by members" creations, be it practical or artistic, that you have found yourself making because canoeing led you into it. practical or artistic.

Canoeing related worthy news items, along with river, water, environment and any thing else generally related to canoeing/kayaking and being out on the water.

General white water discussion and information board for Open canoeists.

"How to" section for white water practitioners. Some of the very best UK coaches and white water paddlers will offer practical advice and answers to any questions you may have. Ask away!

Fancy some white water action, planning a session on a favourite river, or you know of a river releasing and want to make the best of the opportunity. Then post it up!

Open canoe white water competition discussion forum. What's happening and where. Whose done what. General competition and slalom chatter.

In words and pictures. Stories and photo's from the frothing frenzy of White Water. Open canoes and single blade action, with the occasional funny shaped boat thrown in for good measure!