Whitewater kayaking in the Ottawa River

           

Whitewater kayaking in the Ottawa River

Due to the increase in melt water Whitewater kayaking and surfing have become quite popular in the rapids in parts of the Ottawa River

The blog City of Ottawa Whitewater  has been keeping enthusiasts up-to-date with the need to know information for those trying out white water kayaking in these pockets of Rapids throughout the Ottawa River. The blog details locations of good sites for paddling, tips, and safety concerns for those paddling. As well as some details about different sets of Rapids so that you know what A bit about them before you try them out or if you just want to know about them out of interest. The Google map locations and directions make it very easy to find the Saints and very sensible to new and experienced   Paddlers.  One of the most crucial parts of this blog is inviting paddlers know about Eddies, Pilow rocks, and other obstacles that might cause problems unless known before heading down.

I really enjoyed reading through this blog, looking through pictures, and watching the videos that the writer posted. This great information for both new and experienced kayakers which makes me really want to go and try them out being that I have some experience Whitewater canoeing. I things make a great trip whether or not we could actually go to these Rapids big question but the detailed analysis on each run could really help convince the board that it was safe. (it would be really cool if we can go for the canoeing unit). Overall I think it's a really cool blog and a great tool for those wanting to get involved.

Link to blog
://cityofottawawhitewater.blogspot.ca/


(this is another great video of someone surfing the same rapids]
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=TmMkb8bB71k