Och Aye Canoe's Paddling Quiz

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Och Aye Canoe's Paddling Quiz

Are you a paddling enthusiast or just starting your canoeing journey? Test your knowledge with the Och Aye Canoe's Paddling Quiz! This quiz covers essential concepts from differentiating canoes and kayaks to mastering paddling techniques.

10 engaging multiple-choice questions
Learn interesting facts about canoeing
Perfect for beginners and experienced paddlers alike!

10 Questions2 MinutesCreated by PaddlingBear392

What makes a canoe different from a kayak?

Usually 'open' boat and the paddler has a single bladed paddle.

Cant be used in white water.

It's made of wood and only for 2 people.

You need a licence to paddle it.

How long ago were kayaks first used?

10000 years ago.

3000 years ago.

4000 years ago.

1200 years ago.

What is an 'Eskimo Roll'?

A way of recovering from a capsize.

A snack to eat after paddling.

A curve at the back of the canoe.

A type of paddle stroke.

What is the edge of a canoe above the water called?

Keel.

Rowlocks.

Gunwhale.

Skeg.

When canoeing what is the most efficient position?

Seated.

Lying.

On one leg.

Kneeling.

Which of these is a canoe stroke?

B-stroke.

F-stroke.

Z-stroke.

J-stroke.

What is SUP?

Sit Up and Paddle.

Shut Up and Paddle.

Stand Up Paddleboarding.

Stand Under Paddle.

What is the difference between a lifejacket and a buoyancy aid?

Lifejackets do not have a collar.

Lifejackets have a whistle.

Lifejackets are designed to keep your airway open.

Lifejackets include zipped pockets and are brightly coloured.

When paddling into a stiff headwind where should you stow heavy items?

At the stern.

Middle of the boat.

It doesn't matter.

At the bow.

Which rapid is the most dangerous to paddle?

Class 2.

Class 1.

Class 7.

Class 5.

Och Aye Canoe's Paddling Quiz

Och Aye Canoe's Paddling Quiz

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