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Don't just hit the water "Wiegel on it" 704 1/2 Elk Street Franklin, PA 16323 Phone # 1-888-437-2077

About Us and Links

WIEGEL ON THE WATER is a "small town America" establishment that believes in keeping business local.  Only the highest quality products from the U.S. , CANADA and the U.K. enter the shelves, whenever possible.  We are proud to offer products such as THULE, YAKIMA, RIOT, NECKY, OLD TOWN, OCEAN KAYAKS, MTI, KOKATAT, SEATTLE SPORTS, SEALS SKINZ, PALM, LEVEL 6 and ASTRAL BUOYANCY.  We believe in exceeding expectations with our  performance products and will work with you to ensure the best experience possible when you deal with "WIEGEL ON THE WATER".

List of links: Local Outdoor and Paddling Clubs, Rentals, River tours, educational links and just plain cool stuff.

Local Boat and Outboard Dealer

*Dealer of fine Outboards and boats for over 70 years. Outboard motors by Evinrude and Yamaha. Boats by Polar Kraft, Jetcraft and Riverjet.
http://www.wiegelbrothersmarine.com/

Canoe and Kayak Rentals


*O.A.R.S. on the Allegheny canoe and kayak rental is open for
 business, Owner and proprietor Jeff Brunton will be happy to
 Rent you his crafts' or run shuttle if you bring your own. Check
 his website for rates and launch times.  PLEASE call him for
 rates and details. His phone no. is 1-814-388-9122
http://www.oarsontheallegheny.com/

* Upper Allegheny Canoe and Kayak rentals from our friends Josh
and Piper. Great people that can give you the upper Allegheny
experience you have been waiting for
http://www.alleghenyoutfitters.com/

Clubs and organizations


*The PA Boat and Fish Commission site will give you a general idea
on  nearby water systems and trips in the Keystone State. Maps are
also available.
http://www.fish.state.pa.us/mpag1.htm

*Unofficial Allegheny River Canoeing Website.
http://www.theallegheny.com/canoeing.html

*Butler outdoor club
http://www.butleroutdoorclub.org/

*Erie outing club
http://www.erieoutingclub.org/

*Three Rivers Paddling club
http://www.threeriverspaddlingclub.com/

*Clevelands foremost paddling club
http://www.keelhauler.org

*Trying to keep the Shenango river accessible for all of us!
http://www.shenangoriverwatchers.org/

*Pittsburgh Whitewater kayak Crew
http://gotboof.blogspot.com/

*Father and Daughter kayak racing.
http://alleghenyrivercompetitivepaddlers.sports.officelive.com/
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*Whitewater in Oil City?! Help make it a reality.
http://www.ocwhitewater.com/

*Trumball Canoe Trails, is a group of paddlers supporting the
Trumball county area that is covered in water! If you have interest
in joining contact Alan (president)
http://www.trumbullcanoetrails.org/

*Non-Profit organization to keep us paddling free rivers.
http://www.americanwhitewater.org/

*"Professional" Certifications, leaders, best in the industry.
http://www.americancanoe.org/

*Sea kayak sourceing site
http://www.seekayak.com/Businesses/Retail/East_Coast/

Guide Services


*Local, Venango County Allegheny River tours. Top notch trips with
 Capt. Bob.
http://www.parivertours.com/

*Elite guide service on the middle Allegheny River, specializing in
 musky. guide:Red Childress
http://www.alleghenyguideservice.com/

*Jeff Knapps Guide service website
http://www.keystoneconnection.com/

Outdoor Fun Information Sites

*Hiker Central is a wealth of info for any outdoor enthusiast.
http://www.hikercentral.com/metros/36340.html

*Looking for new gear? The ultimate outdoor gear review site.
http://www.backpackgeartest.org/


*Unofficial Allegheny River Canoeing Website.
http://www.theallegheny.com/canoeing.html

*KayakOnline is a great source to peruse for kayak model and
manufacturer info as well as a dealer nationwide directory

http://www.kayakonline.com/

Restaurants and Breweries


*The ultimate breakfast and lunch cafe in town with hearty signiture breaky and the Freshest Paninis' around. Family owned and operated with the best service and food going!
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Franklin-PA/French-Creek-Cafe/414029500191

*North Country Brewing is located 40 miles south east of us but is worth the travel if you crave a good homebrewed pint and a fantastic meal with cozy and warm atmosphere.
http://www.northcountrybrewing.com/welcome.htm

*Fresh made Breakfast and lunches plus catering. Family owned and operated, just like me! open Monday thru Friday.
http://www.amazingfoodscatering.com/

*Blue Canoe Brewery is located in Titusville about 20 miles North East of our shop. They care Pub fare and fresh Micro brewed Goodness!
http://thebluecanoebrewery.com/













List of links to wonderful publications that have helped us expose our little shop.

Article on Winter kayaking by Katie Chreist in Lake Erie Lifestyles Magazine.
http://www.goerie.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090227/LEL07/302259853

Article on Dressing for winter Kayaking by Darl Black in Pa Boater and Angler Mag.
http://www.fish.state.pa.us/anglerboater/2008/01janfeb/feat2cold.pdf

Article on French Creek in the Erie Times
http://www.goerie.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20081004/NEWS02/310041397

Go Erie Video on French Creek that pertains to the above article
.
http://www.erietube.com/_French-Creek-Part-5/VIDEO/347689/3766.html

Article Written by My neighbor, Pete Greene about his Kayaking Experiences.
http://venangoland.blogspot.com/2006_09_01_archive.html

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