CANOE CARE

FALL STORAGE:

Wash canoe inside and out removing all sand, dirt, etc. with hot soapy water.

Rinse with clean water and put on a pair of saw horses to dry.

Canoes are best stored upside down supported evenly - inside a boat house, etc. 

If one has to store the canoe outside - it should be off the ground and covered with a good water proof tarp.

SPRING TUNE UP:

Approximately every two (2) years (depending on useage), the interior should be lightly sanded and re-varnished. 

The exterior also has to be checked and painted (after sanding) when necessary.

Remember that two (2) thin coats are bettter than one thick one.

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DON’T - Allow water to remain in the canoe

DON’T - Strain canoe pulling from water when there is water in the boat.

DON’T - Leave canoe exposed to hot sun when not in the water.

DON’T - Walk or sit in canoe when it is not in the water.

DON’T - Wear hard shoes in the canoe.

DON’T - Drag you canoe on shore.

DON’T - Leave the canoe on the ground for lengthy periods of time.

DON’T - Leave the canoe in the water for lengthy periods of time.