Back in the 90's I was part of a Pathfinder group of 21 who rented canoes and kayaks and paddled from Smith Falls to Dow Lake in 4 days. We camped at the locks along the way and one night at Rideau Lake Provincial Park. Fantastic to see the work done on the canal and the locks themselves. The lock masters would radio ahead that we were coming and often held the locks open to slide us in among the big power boats. Many discussions ensued about the making of the canal and the historical events at the time. What a great memory for us leaders and the Pathfinder girls.