Akula ;)

 I enjoyed the pics and accompanying story.
I believe I've found some solution's too your problems if you EVER tackle this stretch of water again?
#1,  You need to mount your canoe trailer UNDER the hull and then you can just ROLL down the river instead of dragging down it ;D
#2,  Your makeshift campsite is WHY they invented tarps and Hammocks!
 Seriously, like Wally your sense of humor went along way toward making it a fun adventure, something you'll long remember and laugh about when your an old and seasoned paddler.