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Paddling is for everyone and there are plenty of choices when it comes to crafts that will allow you to experience \u00c5re on water, whether you wish for mirror-like surfaces or rushing white water. Of course, there are more to choose from than we present here, but we\u2019ll give you a short brief of three of the most popular ones that allow you to go exploring on your own or with a guide. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stand up paddling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

SUP, or Stand Up Paddle Board, is exactly what it sounds like. It\u2019s an inflatable board on which you stand up to paddle. They come in different forms and sizes, from short and wide to long and narrow. Generally, wider and shorter means they\u2019re easier to balance on, but they\u2019re not as fast as the narrower models. Difference in pressure also makes a difference when it comes to buoyancy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s a balance act but you\u2019ll soon get the hang of it and after some practice, you\u2019ll even be able to handle waves. A big plus for the SUP is that it\u2019s easy to navigate in shallow waters, if you remember the fin underneath. You\u2019ll see things you won\u2019t be able to otherwise, like sea creatures and fish. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Canoe or kayak?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

These two can look alike and in some ways, they are. They are both light, streamlined crafts that are easy to paddle. But the initiated won\u2019t like to hear you call a kayak a canoe or the reverse. And you might want to know what you get yourself into. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Canoe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Canoes<\/strong> are made from wood, spun glass or plastic. They are open from stern to stem and has enough space to accommodate luggage in both ends. The canoe can have up to three seats or seating rods and, as a rule, you\u2019re seated higher above the deck than in a kayak. For canoeing, you use a paddle which has only one blade and a t-shaped handle bar at the other end for easy handling. You can paddle seated on the seating rods\/seats or standing on your knees. Canoes are generally family friendly since children can be seated together with adults. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Kayaks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The kayak<\/strong> is a covered vessel where you sit in a cockpit, which is an opening in the middle of the kayak. It has a sort of back support and sometimes a rudder that you control using your feet. Kayaks come in many different forms and shapes which gives them unique qualities. Short and round kayaks are usually made for white water rafting and long and narrow kayaks are perfect for paddling in oceans and lakes. There are single and two-person versions and in open water, a kayak will be a better option than the canoe. The paddle has two blades on each side of the paddle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rentals and guided tours<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are plenty of waters in and around \u00c5re village where you can enjoy stunning views and explore new places on water. Paddling is a great activity for the family, a group of friends or a gang of colleagues on conference. Whether you do it with a guide or on your own is up to you! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rent a craft<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Book and collect your craft of choice from a rental office at one of our activity companies or on your own from an automatic rental point (Kayakomat). Renting from an automatic pick-up point means that you book your chosen boat and collect it yourself at, for example, \u00c5re beach. Rent a kayak, canoe or SUP: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explore \u00c5re <\/a>\u2013 rent a canoe<\/a>, SUP<\/a> or Mega SUP<\/a> which is a big SUP that can carry a whole family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Holiday Club, <\/strong>Kayakomat <\/a>\u2013 book a kayak or SUP online and pick it up at \u00c5re strand (\u00c5re beach promenade)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

V\u00f6ks Outdoor \u2013 book a kanoe, kayak or SUP and pick ut up at \u00c5re strand <\/a>(\u00c5re beach promenade)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00c5reguiderna <\/strong>\u2013 rent a kayak from \u00c5reguiderna.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Book a guided tour<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

All equipment is included, and you\u2019ll have a guided tour adapted to your level and preferences. Explore what\u2019s on offer with the activity companies listed below to find what suits best for you. If white water rafting is more your cup of tea, go to River Rafting in \u00c5re<\/strong><\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explore \u00c5re <\/a><\/strong>\u2013 offers canoe tours for families, amoing other things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00c5reguiderna<\/a> <\/strong>offers guided kayak tours, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Puls \u00c5re<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 offers tours for larger groups, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

JoPe Fors & Fj\u00e4ll <\/a><\/strong>\u2013 offers both guided tours and white water rafting courses.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

V\u00f6ks Outdoor <\/a><\/strong>\u2013 choose your tour or gear in the rental booking system.<\/p>\n\n\n

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\n Explore \u00c5re offers a wide range of adventures from traditional activities such as fishing & snowshoeing to snowbiking, zorbing & SUP.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n \n

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\n Wide range of activities. Summer \u2013 downhill, XC, fly fishing, hiking & SUP. Winter \u2013 offpist, cross country skiing, snowmobile tours & snowshoeing.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n \n

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