How to Handle a Paddle

Here's somebody who actually knows what they're doing providing a good example of the J-stroke, Sweep stroke, and Draw stroke. He gives some good pointers about hand position and ergonomics. The J-Stroke is a must know stroke. Study this page because there is a week long test in August. Also notice the good looking canoe he is sitting in because I'm pretty sure that is a Souris River.

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The guy above is who you want to look like. Below is what we will probably look like...

BTW, this is not a J Stroke...