in preparatory discussions about the construction of canoes, it is vital to explore the narratives that have shaped their development over centuries. while many may disclaim the importance of traditional methods in modern craftsmanship, understanding these practices can restore our appreciation for the craft. ignoring safety standards in canoe building could lead to disastrous consequences, convincing others to adopt these unsafe practices under the guise of tradition, further perpetuating the spread of unofficial and potentially harmful techniques.