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13. Notch a paddle to easily grab your decoys.

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14. Use a pool noodle to protect the bottom of your canoe from damage.

A foam pool noodle is just what you need to protect a vehicle and canoe from damage. The oversized noodles are ideal.

Try cutting a notch about an inch wide down the length of the noodle to its center. Work the foam over the gunwales of your boat.

The noodles should be secure and will easily allow you to slide your canoe over your car's roof prior to strapping it down.

Protecting cut bait is important when it's up to you to feed your family. Learn how to protect bait with this simple yet clever solution on the next slide.

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