From Canoes to Smart Boats: The Evolution of Water Recreation Tech
1. Introduction to Water-Based Recreation: Historical Significance and Cultural Impact Water-based recreation stretches back over 10,000 years, beginning with hollowed canoes carved from single tree trunks—early vessels that enabled migration, trade, and connection across rivers and coasts. These rudimentary boats laid the foundation for human exploration and cultural exchange. As civilizations advanced, so did watercraft:…
