Wisconsin's State Natural Areas Program was created in 1951, the first such state-sponsored program in the United States. Today, 687 sites have been protected for their outstanding ecological, geological, or archaeological qualities, some of which are wild lakes and their surrounding woodlands. Come hear about many of the best SNAs to paddle and explore in northern Wisconsin.

Yes, Canoecopia is all about where to paddle and the best gear to use in getting to those places. But it's also about why we love paddling - the wildlife we see, the pines we listen to and camp under, the clear waters, the joy of the adventures and explorations, and the peace we experience that allows us to breathe deep and long. From the masters - Leopold, Olson, Oliver - to writers you may not know, we'll revel in words. And, hey, bring along a reading you might want to share, too.