Grey Owl Owlet Junior Wooden Canoe Paddle
The Grey Owl Owlet is a lightweight junior canoe paddle created specifically for younger paddlers. Rather than asking children to struggle with a heavy or oversized adult paddle, the Owlet provides a scaled-down grip, shaft and blade that are easier for smaller hands and bodies to control.
This makes it an excellent first paddle for family canoe trips, introductory paddling sessions and children beginning to learn essential canoe strokes. Its manageable blade allows young paddlers to participate properly, helping them build confidence, coordination and enthusiasm on the water.
Handcrafted in Canada, the Owlet has a solid basswood shaft with a comfortable oval profile. The pear-shaped grip and blade are made from three-ply laminated basswood, balancing low weight with the durability needed for recreational paddling. A smooth, convex blade cross-section helps the paddle enter and move through the water cleanly.
The wood is protected by a high-gloss polyurethane finish with UV protection, preserving the paddle’s appearance while helping shield it from regular outdoor exposure. The blade has softly finished edges and does not include a separate tip insert, keeping the design simple and suitably lightweight for junior use.
Grey Owl typically recommends the Owlet for children aged approximately four to eight years. However, age should only be treated as a guide: the most suitable paddle length will also depend on the child’s height, seated position and the canoe they will be paddling.
For families looking for a genuine children’s wooden canoe paddle rather than a toy or cut-down adult design, the Grey Owl Owlet is a well-made and engaging way to introduce the next generation to open canoeing.
Key features
- Junior wooden canoe paddle designed for children
- Scaled-down proportions for smaller hands
- Lightweight basswood construction
- Three-ply laminated basswood pear-shaped grip
- Solid oval basswood shaft
- Three-ply laminated basswood blade
- Smooth convex blade cross-section
- Softly finished blade edges
- High-gloss polyurethane finish with UV protection
- Suitable for learning and recreational open canoeing
- Typically recommended for children aged approximately four to eight
- Handcrafted in Canada
| Overall Length | 36" | 42" | 48" |
| Shaft Length: | 20" | 24" | 28" |
| Blade Length: | 16" | 18" | 20" |
| Blade Width: | 5.5" | 5.5" | 5.5" |
| Blade Area (sq in): | 45 | 60 | 75 |
| Average Weight (oz): | 11 | 13 | 15 |
Specifications
| Canoe Paddle Length | 36", 42", 48" |