Canoe

We Belong To It

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This is a visually stunning and life affirming short film of Ray Mears in Northern Ontario. Reminding us of the principles and aesthetic associated with Bushcraft and Canoeing.

Expedition 2012: Caning a canoe seat

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When your paddling 1200 miles, you’ll want a comfortable seat. For many years, woven cane seats have been the choice of discerning paddlers. Here, you can watch the process of seat caning unfold at high speed before your eyes. The process is tedious and time-consuming, but the end result is well worth the hard work.

Song of the Paddle by Bill Mason – NFB

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Song of the Paddle by Bill Mason, National Film Board of Canada

Join outdoorsman Bill Mason in this short documentary as he and his family go canoe camping in the wilderness. Gain an appreciation for the art of canoeing while watching a small group experience the sheer joy and beauty of Nature. Along the way, the Masons experience countless adventures and some breathtaking scenery, including Indian rock carvings at Lake Superior.

WATERWALKER

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This feature-length documentary follows naturalist Bill Mason on his journey by canoe into the Ontario wilderness.

The filmmaker and artist begins on Lake Superior, then explores winding and sometimes tortuous river waters to the meadowlands of the river’s source.

Along the way, Mason paints scenes that capture his attention and muses about his love of the canoe, his artwork and his own sense of the land.

Features breathtaking visuals and exciting whitewater footage, with a musical score by Bruce Cockburn.