Back On The Water - A Springtime Canoe Story

It's finally that time of year again. After a long, cold, winter the ice is melting off the lakes with more and more open water every day which means one thing...canoe season has finally begun. Ashley and I (Keenan) set out on a short trip to get back into the swing of things and try out some new gear we've acquired over the winter. We have had a really busy past couple of months but things are starting to get back to normal which is perfect timing for canoe tripping. This is a very short summary of the trip that we hope you enjoy, as it's really just intended to get people "Back On The Water".
We've got some really exciting trips planned this season that I could not be more excited for. Hope everyone has some great trips planned.
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[@canadian_tabarnak]

I mean even in the cinematography aspect of your videos, i cant understand how youre not more popular, a true camping gem

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you very much for your kind words. Very much appreciated.

[@itsbeertimenow]

Your cinematography and production is top tier dude. 🎉 Stoked for what’s to come!!!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Appreciate that very much (like your channel name by the way)!!!

[@NotSoEpicAdventurer]

No kidding eh! Great job capturing those moments

[@jasonreid611]

Well thank the lord you’re back…looking forward to the soft water season 😊

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Lol....thanks Jason. Appreciate it very much. Hope you have an amazing spring.

[@gilligallou]

Morning, nice to see you guys , how was your winter. We have been to camp a few times via snowshoe but are so happy we can now drive into to camp, water levels are high and beavers are working hard to flood roads, lol, I love the beavers, we live with them. Great to see you folks out n about. Bob ,

[@shawnbenz]

This channel has better production than 99.999999% of videos on youtube. Amazing stuff guys.

[@dougroberts3643]

Yes, they do an awesome job. I personally think they're the best on YT. This is definitely my favorite channel.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you very very much Shawn. That’s a really nice comment to receive.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks Doug. That’s really nice to hear.

[@angelahall6461]

Can’t wait to see the record of your summer trips and listen to more of Ashley’s poetic narration. Your videos are high up there on my list of must see. I’m impatient for more!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks you very much Angela. We’ve got a busy summer planned but lots of videos in the works. We sincerely appreciate the support.

[@brucedow3883]

Simple words/visuals but so meaningful. Thanks

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks very much Bruce.

[@steelparkeroutdoors]

You both could be narrators, so peaceful to listen to. Love your camera and editing work! Looking forward to your adventures this year. Great shot of the two birds surfacing at the end, couldn't tell if they were loons or mergansers.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

They were loons. Thank you for your comment. We have a busy summer planned and we are really excited to share our upcoming trips. Thanks again.

[@HikingHansen]

What a great way to start the day 😃 I’m still trollbound by your ability to get so stable shots. And the voice over works perfect. You two make a good team 🫶

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you very much Mads. Glad you enjoyed the little teaser. Appreciate your kind words. 🙏

[@jjnich4915]

Hi Keenan. I have been watching your videos for over a year now. Your narration is very soft and relaxing. Your camera shots and work is incredible. I can only imagine the effort it takes to shoot video but when you are able to share it I bet it is a very rewarding feeling. You and your videos have inspired me so much that I bought a brand new kevlar canoe. It weighs 50 Ibs and I cannot wait to get out there and explore places that were previously impossible to see specifically because I am a motorcycle rider. I look forward to you and your partner's next video. Cheers from the coast of Lake Huron!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Amazing Jj. What a great comment to receive. A new Kevlar canoe 🛶. We sincerely hope you have a wonderful summer paddling and exploring wherever it is you’d like to explore. Thank you very much for taking the time to write us this comment and happy paddling!

[@AOKUrbanHomestead1]

The 2of you are an amazing couple! Love your videos and your genuine love for each other and your dogs

[@CanoeTheNorth]

That is very very kind of you to say. Thank you very much. We appreciate it more than you know.

[@sophiaspaul7471]

thank you. Beautiful little teaser of what's to come. It's been a long winter....

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you very much Sophia. It has been a long winter ❄️.

[@paulfroud3920]

What a TEASER-LOL!!! I just made the Popcorn and sat down to watch it, and Poof-it was over! 😭 Good to see you back at it...you've grown Artistically...very nice video. Happy paddling in 2023+...

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Hahaha thanks Paul. There will certainly be much longer videos to come. 😂

[@yragtgov]

Expertly photographed! Looking forward to more of the same.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks very much Gary.

[@steveray3906]

Yeah I’ve been missing you two can’t wait for this season!❤

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks Steve. Appreciate it very much. 🛶

[@stevenfunk1060]

Yes spring absolutely makes us feel alive again! I'm so happy to see my Canoe 🛶 The North notification. I'm so excited to see what the 4 of you have in-store for us!!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks Steven. Got a lot of big trips planned this year and we are sooo excited to share them with everyone!

[@mighty_mulder4859]

I love the winter and winter camping content, but there really is nothing quite like canoe season. Fantastic video as always you two, even if it is just a short and sweet teaser. Can't wait to see what this year brings!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

We are with you. Winter is great but nothing beats a canoe trip for us. Thank you very much for the comment.

[@flynorthprod]

Another thoughtfully crafted video - great job, I'm looking forward to this season's offerings. 👍👍

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks Fly North. Lots of big trips planned!

[@Barret-paddles]

Oh what fantastic loon footage and agree with your thoughts on the seasonal change from winter to spring…I can’t imagine living in a place without those 4 seasons and how each one has its own special qualities to savor. But back on the water has be in the top 3 💜 Thank you for this beautiful short you two! I’m actually breathing wild fire air from Nova Scotia here on the south coast of MA. 😳 Such a shame, sigh… Barret

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks very much Barret. Lots of fires here in Canada. Maybe the worst year in canadian history. Hopefully things get a little better as summer goes on but certainly a rough start. Thanks very much for the comment.

[@jimhanson7476]

Yes… you both are back… looking forward to seeing your adventures again

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Lots of upcoming adventures Jim. Thank you.

[@patbrougham9929]

So good to see you guys again. We are wishing you a season of adventure, beauty, and love.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks very much Pat.

[@patbrougham9929]

I hope you guys are OK. If you are just taking a break, that's fine. But I hope you are well and all.

[@bf5549]

Just the quick pick me up I needed. Watched more than once and could have checked like to pretty much all the comments. Amen to seeing more and here's to the back catalogue.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks very much BF. Really appreciate the support.

[@paulfroud3920]

We're waiting!!!!!!!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

I hear you.........it's been a very busy summer of canoe trips. Editing will begin in the early fall. Right now I'd rather be paddling then editing.

[@paulfroud3920]

Looking forward to new adventures...@@CanoeTheNorth

[@NotSoEpicAdventurer]

Literally the Intro gave me goosebumps - amazing! I was out in Algonquin a few weekends ago - this week/end I’m heading brook trout fishing on highway 533 Mattawa. Feeling that warmth again & watching everything wake up slowly - love spring too. Thanks so much for sharing folks

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you very much Curtis. Happy paddling 🛶!!!

[@mywaterzmywoodz]

Thanks for lighting the spark on this seasons adventures! Have a great year on the water!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Same to you! Thanks very much.

[@ianlindsey3616]

BRING IT ON!!!!! CHEERS!!!!!!!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you Ian!!!

[@anne9616]

So glad to see you back. Always enjoy watching your videos. Greetings from down under.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you very much Anne. Lots of videos to come but there probably won’t be much released during the paddling season. Appreciate the support very much.

[@maximbudnick]

Looks great man!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Hey thanks buddy. Appreciate it Max. Have to catch up on your trip out west.

[@jimfromoregonusa9899]

You all are Back......Yeah..!!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

We are back Jim! Thank you.

[@challey3109]

Hope all is well - looking forward to some videos of your summer trips!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks very much. All is well. One more big trip and then the editing will begin. Appreciate the message. Hope you had a good summer.

[@challey3109]

@@CanoeTheNorth Ohhh looking forward to your new videos! Summer was great - went by way too fast tho. Thanks for your reply!

[@dougwhidden6700]

Been missing y’all. Glad spring is here and hoping to see more of your wonderful videos.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks very much Doug. Lots of trips coming up.

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Yes 👊🏻

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you sir 🏹 🛶

[@paulhayes9765]

Awesome video guys. Really looking forward to your next adventures. Wishing you all a safe and adventurous season. Cheers

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks very much Paul.

[@alexs3447]

One of the best couples canoeing on youtube . Straight talk on the good and the bad . Wish the fishing was better .

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you Alex. There will be a lot of fishing coming up soon 🎣!!!

[@alexs3447]

@@CanoeTheNorth Hope we'll see a speckle or two

[@terrywhite9017]

I hope this is a great introduction for the great videos to come. Looking for full length videos. Wishing youns all the best. Love you and love to all, Terry

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks very much Terry. Lots of full length videos to come!

[@teflone121]

Welcome back ! Thank god winter is over.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you and we could not agree more!!!

[@jacqueline7118]

Looking forward to your canoeing adventures! Thanks for sharing. :) :)

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you as always Jacqueline.

[@dennisweipert1520]

Getting excited!!!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks Dennis. Us too!!!

[@davehunt9817]

Thanks for this, can’t wait to see what’s coming this season. Cheers from Newfoundland!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks Dave. First big trip starts in a couple days. Appreciate the support and hope all is well in beautiful Newfoundland!

[@CanadianSledDog]

I can feel the excitement! I sure wish I was up north this spring!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

You’ll have to make your way north for a little canoe trip! 🛶.

[@CanadianSledDog]

@@CanoeTheNorth last summer I was in Atikokan, now I'm 3000 km away in Nova Scotia. It's gonna have to be a *big* canoe trip!

[@williamleopold507]

Good to see you back again , happy canoeing .

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks William.

[@kccox3446]

Thank You!!!! I'm watching know ❤️

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you very much KC.

[@my_outdoor_life]

Finally, the wait is over. Thanks for another great canoeing video. I wish it was a little longer, though :)

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks Haitao. Just a little teaser! We’ve got some big trips planned and lots of videos coming up. Thanks very much for the comment.

[@my_outdoor_life]

@@CanoeTheNorth Cool. Can't wait for the full video. BTW, I have seen seen you wear waders on many canoe trips. Where to find them? I have been looking for a good pair of waders for early spring and late fall canoe trips for a long time. Thanks.

[@annie10k5]

✨👀🥰👋🏽👋🏽quality video of more interest than tv🥰👋🏽👋🏽🙏🏽Thank you 🥰 enjoy every video 🥰👋🏽🌹💖🙏🏽✨

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you very much Annie.

[@douggray1263]

Glad you were able to get out. Looking forward to following your trips this year. I leave Monday for a week in Algonquin.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Hey Doug. Thank you. Hope you have a great trip. Weather is looking pretty good.

[@TelosBudo]

The high water levels are certainly a plus, too!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Very much so!

[@calatoruldac]

Congratulations for your very nice experience. 👍

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you 🙏

[@jasonsmith8898]

❤

[@robertlindsey6563]

nice teaser, can't wait till my trip next week!!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks Robert. Hope you had a great trip! Nice time of year.

[@bradsaunders3471]

This is an awesome channel. Recently subscribed to it. Amazing footage and great quality 🛶

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks so much Brad. Appreciate this comment very much.

[@WVWes]

Good to see yall back!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thank you Wes. Lots of trips to come this season.

[@injairgun]

Can't wait for the new season! I enjoy your videos very much! I feel like I am binge watching on Netflix or Paramount + lol and now I have to wait again lol.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Both Ashley and I really appreciate you comments and support very Much. Thanks for taking the time to leave all of those nice messages. Many new adventures coming soon!

[@paultaylor3856]

Oh man its going to be good.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks Paul!

[@trishaharrison6183]

Can’t wait to see where you take us this year.🥰

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks Trisha! I cannot tell you how excited we are for this year. Lots of trips planned.

[@jessecrisp]

Time to paddle! 🛶

[@CanoeTheNorth]

💯!!!!!

[@carolearl4761]

Just a teaser of what's to come I hope!❤

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Lots to come. 🛶 😊

[@philipd7784]

THANKS

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Your very welcome.

[@bobl634]

Inspirational! I’ve got to get myself out there

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Absolutely Bob. 🛶

[@MrRockstarChuck]

YEESSSSS! Stoked for what’s to come! :) That looks absolutely stunning. My first trip back out is in 3 days, so ready!!

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Hope you have a blast Alex. I think it's going to be an amazing tripping season!!!

[@traviswalker-restrepo]

I want to live where u do. So amazing

[@CanoeTheNorth]

We are very lucky for sure.

[@acrossculturalconsulting]

Waiting for more... is there more to come?

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Oh there's lots to come. We've spent a good amount of our summer in the Yukon and northern ontario. Just too busy tripping to be editing. Off on another trip in a couple of days. September/ October the videos will start coming out.

[@steveray3906]

Where are you two I love and miss your videos are you somewhere else let use know please.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

We are still here....just had an extremely busy paddling season. The editing will begin soon enough. Lots of videos to come.

[@alanbierhoff6831]

Just going to echo Jason Reid’s comment 👍🏻😁

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Thanks very much Alan.

[@Alien2799]

I have not done canoeing in spring because I would worry about muddy portages but where you are it does not seem that bad. Where is it? I also do not see bugs. What month was it?

[@CanoeTheNorth]

This was just outside Algonquin park Ontario and it was just after ice out. Very early in the season.

[@Alien2799]

@@CanoeTheNorth Where exactly? I am in Toronto actually so I can handle the details :) What are the waders (I believe it is the name) that you are wearing? Maybe this is what I need for spring mud. I think that the part of the boot is together with the upper leg part? I could not see exactly. Thank you.

[@taylorbolduc1763]

What model is the camo tent that you two use?

[@CanoeTheNorth]

It’s a mountain laurel design supermid.

[@tanyacollins4255]

Hi, we haven't seen you for a while. When will you be back?

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Hello. We've had an extremely busy canoe tripping season with a couple more big trips to come. haven't had any time to edit footage but I'm thinking September/ October the videos will start coming out. Appreciate the support.

[@georgelaliberte1053]

Well the wife and I were just wondering if every thing is ok with you two ,haven't seen any vid or pic Hope all is well .

[@CanoeTheNorth]

We are both doing great. It’s been a busy paddling season but hopefully we’ll have a video out tonight! Appreciate the support.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

We are both doing great. Just a busy paddling season. Hopefully we’ll release a video tonight. Appreciate the message.

[@gr8outdoors]

Is this just a teaser to your full trip?

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Hey Jim. This is really just a mess around video. We were just trying out some new gear in preparation for some much bigger trips to come.

[@paulfroud3920]

Now?????? lol.

[@CanoeTheNorth]

One more trip and the editing will begin!