The birch bark canoe has long been an icon for woodland American Indians.
It conjures up romantic images of quiet solitude on northern lakes and rivers...
only interrupted by the cry of the loon, the rustle of autumn leaves,
or the splash of a beavertail.
This is an authentic Indian birch bark canoe from the 1800's...
crafted with some additional woods like cedar, spruce root binding, and ash.
It's nearly 24 feet long, carries up to 10 passengers plus cargo,
is very sturdy, and yet is light enough to carry over portages.
It took some researching to find one within driving distance to photograph.
I really admired the enduring craftsmanship of this vessel...
and the interesting history involving the early fur trading it was often used for.

Thanks, Deb...your comment inspired a title change.