Canadian Canoeing for Wildlife Photography

[davecheet]

I've been considering going on a course to learn to paddle a Canadian canoe and I have just come across one that is specifically for photographers. However, it means parting with cash that could otherwise be spent on camera gear.
I am keen on wildlife photography and I've been told the canadian canoe is a great way to 'sneak up' on birds and other wildlife.

Does any one else use a canoe for their photography and if so would you recommend it as a good thing for an amateur snapper like me to invest time and money in?

Dave

[hammock monkey]

hi Dave,
I haven't actually taken a camera when canoeing as i'd be sure to dunk it, but i can really vouch for the ability to get close to birds and general wildlife in a canadian canoe. Its the most peacesful way to get aroud i've ever experienced.

I'd be very interested in the course, do you have a link?

cheers

[galanthus]

Definitely able to get really close to unsuspecting birds, however, I certainly wouldn't consider taking my dslr on one unless there was a drought