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Alumacraft
What many people don’t know is that Alumacraft is one of the oldest (since 1893) and biggest boat manufacturers in the world with currently 16 different models in multiple sizes. It all started in 1893 when Eugene Tetzlaff emigrated from Germany to America and settled in Minneapolis. There he opened a blacksmith shop under the name Flour City Ornaments Iron Company and made iron structures for construction. But with the outbreak of World War II, this changed and the forge switched to producing aircraft parts and aluminum pontoons to contribute to the war effort.
After the war, then director Harry J. Neils had the vision to produce aluminum fishing boats with the surplus metal and skilled sheet metal workers available. A year later, in 1946, the name and brand Alumacraft was born.
Canoe safety
STAY LOW – do not stand up or walk in your canoe when you are away from shore. ALWAYS WEAR YOUR LIFE JACKET – you never know when you might fall out or tip over unexpectedly. AVOID SUDDEN OR JERKY MOVEMENTS – rocking from side to side could cause the canoe to tip over.
Kayaking Safety
Plan a trip within your capabilities.
Research local hazards and weather.
Create and share a float plan.
Bring essential safety gear.
Dress for immersion.
Don’t go solo.