Quote Originally Posted by MikieFinn
Right now I'm bouncing back and fourth between kayak and canoe but I'm open to any suggestions.
Which one is more stable? I have boating experience but not with any of the above.
How about a Canoe AND a Kayak:

http://www.nativewatercraft.net

I have the Ultimate 12. It's stable like a Kayak (you can stand in it) and it's shaped like a canoe. It's a very nice boat.

Regards,
Starfish