Recently for the past three weeks for oee the grade 8's have gone canoeing. It was my first time canoeing, but I used to kayak so some of the skill from kayaking were helpful for canoeing. It was really fun but it took a lot of effort. For the duration of our canoeing classes I was at the back of the canoe steering the canoe. I learned some strokes: the j stroke, pyre, draw and sweep. We also learned how to switch spots while on the water and we learned what the different parts of the canoe are called. The pyre and draw strokes required effort but moved the boat a lot, while the j stroke was easier but you have to make sure your paddle is in the right position. Overall canoeing was fun and new, but it is tiring. I am really excited to go to canoe camp and be able to use the strokes.
