What's the name of the pole for rowing bamboo rafts?

The long stick that paddles the raft is called a pole, commonly known as a pole. Use bamboo poles as poles of the boat and support them at the bottom of the water, imitating the action principle of "pulling fibers" to make the boat move forward. So bamboo pole is commonly called "bamboo pole" or "pole" for short in my hometown. Suitable for shallow water and routes where bamboo poles can easily reach the bottom.

The word "pole" with bamboo prefix on it must be related to bamboo. This "pole" refers to a rowing tool made of bamboo poles or Chinese fir. For example: pole pole. When this word is used as a verb, it means the action of propping up a boat with hands.

Other tools for rowing rafts

1, paddle:

Use a wooden board (one or two) beside the boat to draw water backwards, imitating the action of swimming arm and pushing the boat forward. Suitable for deep water and wide water.

Step 2 shake:

Use a wooden board (with an inclined angle) to swing from side to side at the stern, imitating the action of fish tail and pushing the ship forward. Suitable for deep-water routes with narrow water surface.