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What Boats?
 
Our emphasis is on human-powered boats, but any boats that are willing to keep pace with canoes, kayaks, and rowing boats (3-4 MPH) are welcome to participate.  Note: If you have a high-powered planing boat, you might find this frustrating.

You can bring your own boat or, subject to availability, use a boat provided by Urban Boatbuilders.  One of the most pleasurable aspects of the trip will be the opportunity to trade off among boats -- going from paddling to rowing to taking a rest break by just riding.

The boats that will be provided by Urban Boatbuilders include two 21-foot yawl boats, each accommodating four oars-persons and a coxswain (rudder-person).  This type of boat was once used to transfer passengers and supplies back and forth between ship moorings and land.
  Urban Boatbuilders will also supply two small rowboats, two flat-bottom kayaks (more stable, roomy, and comfortable than most kayaks), and Arcebus, an enclosed 18-foot support boat with room for all camping supplies and several passengers.
  Be sure to indicate on the sign-up form whether you plan to bring your own boat or partner-up on one of ours.
  A five-woman crew arriving at Hok-Si-La boat ramp in one of the yawl boats after rowing down from St. Paul.  Nary a blister!

 

 
 

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