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Whole day river trip

what I did well?
      I think that I did a pretty good job avoiding rocks, sweepers and strainers. Matthew and I didn’t flip our canoe, we got stuck 2-4 times but we jiggled our way though it.

What I need to improve?
     I need to work on paddling with a better pace.

What I really enjoyed?
     I enjoyed going through the rapids. I also enjoyed seeing the bus and taking breaks.

What I found difficult? Why?
     I found padding for a long time difficult, because it made by arm and shoulder tired.

Would I recommend canoe trip in the futur? Why/why not?
     I would recommend this for the futur because it was a fun experience and I think everyone should try this once in their life.

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