Canoes originated from ancient dugout vessels, dating back to 8500-8000 BC in Nigeria. Native Americans built bark canoes for transportation and hunting. Canoes played crucial role in pre-Columbian Caribbean colonization. Bark canoes were made from birch bark over wooden frames
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Canoes are open-top boats for multiple passengers, while kayaks are closed-top single-seaters. Canoeing paddles have one blade, while kayaking paddles have two blades. Kayakers typically wear spraydecks, helmets, and buoyancy aids
Canoes have open-top design with single-bladed paddles. Kayaks have closed-top design with double-bladed paddles. Canoes are wider and longer, kayaks are narrower and lighter. Canoes have higher sides for better water protection
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