I own several small watercraft (2 canoes, (including a sportspal),2 kayaks(SOT), and a inflatable pontoon). I just bought 14' semi-vee jon boat that'll be the focus of my attention(decking out like a bass boat), but my favorite ride, the one I grabbed for most of the small water exploring I do, was the pontoon. But, you might want to check these canoes out (they should be in Harrisburg). http://www.riverridgecustomcanoes.com/main.html
If I was in the market now, I would definitely be checking out the hybrids, mainly because every once in awhile ya might want to take someone else along and the space in a canoe or hybrid is a big plus,also standing,and control of your craft while doing so, is really important.