Canoeing and Photography
A Lifelong Passion for Photography and the Outdoors Photography has always been present in my life. From a young age, I was captivated by the magic of capturing images. I still remember watching in awe as a child of ten in my father’s darkroom, where photos slowly came to life in the developing tray. That [...]
Adventurous Multi-Day Canoe Trip on the Meuse
A Paddling Feast Full of Natural Beauty The Meuse in Northern France is a river that never ceases to surprise, and during our recent multi-day canoe trip with a group of four enthusiastic paddlers, this was proven once again. Johan, Sarah, Yvo, and David joined me for a four-day adventure on the water, where the [...]
Canoeing on the Kleine Nete
An Ode to Local Adventure After years of exploring remote and exotic places around the world, adventurer Alastair Humphreys returned to the roots of adventure: his own backyard. In his book Local, he describes how he spent a year discovering the beauty of his immediate surroundings and gained a new appreciation for the nature close [...]
Mastering the Art of Canoeing
A Comprehensive Guide for Beginners Are you ready to embark on an adventure that will take you to serene lakes, meandering rivers, and exciting rapids? Canoeing offers a unique blend of tranquility and thrill, making it a favorite outdoor activity for many. Whether you're a novice eager to dip your paddle into the water for [...]
Winter Canoeing
Embracing the Chill, Winter Canoeing Adventures Winter canoeing holds a unique charm often overlooked by many who assume canoes should be put away until spring. Contrary to this belief, some of the most rewarding paddling adventures unfold during the winter. Especially here in Belgium when the rain water fed rivers boast sufficient water levels. We, [...]
Canoe fishing
Canoe fishing, an immersive experience The morning is quiet as you make your way to the shallow lake at the back of the creek, the still surface broken by the flicker of predatory fish. Dawn breaks as the perch comes to the surface and takes advantage of the favorable feeding conditions. The hum of your [...]
Building a Bob’s Special with Rob
A binder full of dreams People sometimes ask me wether it doesn’t get boring to build one canoe after another and I have to admit, it doesn’t sound very exciting. What makes it fun and exciting are the people behind those canoes. They spend an average of 100 hours passionately working in our shop and [...]
The North Woods paddle
The North Woods paddle The great thing about canoeing and refining your paddling technique is that it never ends. There is always something new to learn, improve or refine. It is a lifelong learning curve with new insights and discoveries all the time. For example, I recently fell completely under the spell of the North [...]