Help assessing repair/restore work

Hello! I just acquired a 1985 Wenonah Echo. Took it on the water and it floats/ no leaks!
So now, I’m trying to assess out how much work I have to do on repair and /or restoration. I will plan on replacing the end caps that are pretty chewed up. (I’ll reach out to Wenonah for parts on this) .
But there are also two places where I’d welcome guidance on whether/what repair/patch is needed. Specfiically, one area that has a lot of ‘cracking’ and another with a deep-looking gash. Lastly, this canoe has the center rib/shock struts. Do these require any lubrication/maintenance? Pictures attached.
Suggestions welcome. Thanks in advance for your assessments!

Here’s the cracking image…