Canoeing

   At one time the small rivers of the North Country were the focus of commerce. Today, the rivers are quiet, the surviving mills are no longer the center of activity. Few if any other areas can offer so many rivers with such easy and numerous access points.
   As the rivers finish their rush out of the mountains they begin but never fully settle down. Waterfalls and low water rapids are numerous along all the rivers and dams often block the way. Motorboats ply the longer sections of river but most rivers see light if any traffic.
   You hardly need a guide to canoe in the area. Every stretch of river is worth exploring and usually has easy access. Here are a few areas to get you started. More will soon be added

Favorite Trips Oswegatchie River - Cooper's Falls This is a short (-2 miles) trip upriver from Kendrew Corners in the Town of DeKalb. River access is along Rt. 812 near County Rt. 17 - This is a popular swimming spot Grasse River - Canton to Madrid Canoeing from the boat launch in Canton to the dam in Madrid Full day trip, about 12 miles Raquette River - Potsdam The dam in Potsdam backs up the river nearly two miles and is a great place for a quick paddle or fishing. Access is near the Clarkson Inn Cranberry Lake The Cranberry Lake region is one of the largest remote areas remaining in the state. The lake covers 11 square miles and has 55 miles of shoreline, over 40 of which are state owned.

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Grasse River Boatworks Outstanding quality and beauty in these locally made river craft.

Wear On Earth      Plan and supply custom adventure trips.   Lessons:     Whitewater Kayaking     Fly Fishing

The St. Lawrence Valley Paddlers club is primarily composed of flatwater canoeists, but the club is open to anyone with an interest in any type of paddle sport. Its purpose is to promote the use of waterways in St. Lawrence County, promote all types of paddling - recreational, tripping and racing, on both flatwater and whitewater, and promote the sport of canoe racing at all levels.

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