Why carry an extra paddle on a canoe trip?

As safety and rescue equipment.

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  1. To race other boats
  2. As safety and rescue equipment ✔
  3. To stir soup

Why: An extra paddle is listed as important safety and rescue equipment for canoeing.

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Answer: As safety and rescue equipment. An extra paddle is listed as important safety and rescue equipment for canoeing.

  1. Scouting America: Canoeing www.scouting.org/merit-badges/canoeing
    extra paddle, sponge, bailer, bilge pump, rescue sling
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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