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"YOU take the bells, and I'll take the pepper spray and the rifle," John 'Cowboy' Caton said.

"There's one-point-five bears to every square kilometre out there. You're in wilderness country now."

We'd accepted Cowboy John's invitation to what we thought would be a nice leisurely embrace with nature, not grappling grizzlies, in a timeless rainforest on the west coast of Canada's Vancouver Island.

We were leaving Clayoquot Wilderness Resort, one of the most remote we'd encountered in 30 years of searching.

Not that we were complaining, for the aptly named Clayoquot (it means "calm water") is for the serious seeker of communing with nature, with strolls on empty beaches, walks through cedar and rainforests, and a quiet we'd forgotten existed.

You could hear a pine needle hitting the water at a hundred paces.

Yet all this remoteness was coupled with shameless indulgence.

Source: Northern Rivers Echo

Inflatable Kayaks that Hold Over 500 Pounds

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There are many different types of inflatable kayaks on the market that are suited for all different types of water. Some will hold more weight than others and performances will vary. Below is a list of all of the inflatable kayaks that will hold over 500 pounds and still get you to your destination easily, safely and comfortably. All of these kayaks are 2 person kayaks as they tend to be able to hold more weight.

Advanced Elements Advanced Frame Convertible - Weight Capacity 550 lbs

The Advanced Frame Convertible is a very affordable two person flatwater inflatable kayak that can be converted into a solo kayak. It weighs 56 lbs and can easily be stored in the trunk of a car and taken anywhere… though it may be just slightly heavy for going on an airplane. Gear can easily be stored in the second seat spot (if being paddled solo) and also there are gear tie-downs on the front of the kayak.

Sea Eagle 340X

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