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Beginner’s Guide 2008 Edition
06.03.2008
Canoe & Kayak’s 2008 Edition of the Beginner’s Guide is on sale now. It’s our once a year issue that inspires and educates all those new to paddle sports. Pick up a copy at your local newsstand or paddling shop, or subscribe today! C&K Eco Fact: C&K proudly uses 85 percent post consumer waste. On [...]
An Uncertain PathA journey of paddling discovery
05.21.2008
Post One – May 18, 2008Post Two – June 15, 2008 Have you ever wanted something so badly that you could never let it go? Thought so hard about it that you feel like you belong in a mental institution? Have you felt it pull on your most concrete principles? I have. It is my [...]
Canoe or Kayak? Which one is right for you?
05.20.2008
Canoe & Kayak Web Exclusivestory by Cliff Jacobsonphotos by John Bolivar Editors note about the author: You will probably figure out in reading this article that the author is a canoe man through and through. He currently owns twelve canoes-eight tandem’s and four solo’s. In his words” Canoes are like dear friends; one can never [...]
SP – Canoeing – Test Article
05.15.2008
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Volcano Eruption Threatens Futaleufu River Valley
05.12.2008
For many years the Futaleufu River and valley has been at threat from proposals of dams and mines. Today mother nature is calling the shots. The government of Chile, Michelle Bachelet has declared a state of emergency with the very recent eruption of Chaiten Volcano on May 2, 2008. This paradisal valley is surrounded by [...]
Adirondack Paddlefest 2008 Kicks Off May 16
05.12.2008
Mountainman Outdoor Supply Company (New York’s largest canoe and kayak dealer) of Old Forge, New York is proud to announce Adirondack Paddlefest 2008 on May 16 – 18, 2008 in Old Forge, New York. The event includes clinics, on-site test paddling, speakers, instruction, chances to win free canoes and kayaks, live music, food, fun for [...]
Reno River Festival 2008
05.11.2008
It was a clean sweep for the Jackson clan at Reno’s 5th annual River festival during the freestyle competition on Saturday. They took the top positions in each division. The competition opened at Wingate Park,with a flow of about 1000 cfs on the Truckee River, in front of a packed crowd of close to 8,000 [...]
Brazil Paddle Trip with Jesse CoombsPart 1
05.09.2008
This is the first installment of 6 articles describing a trip to the largest country in South America. Why Brazil? …….Any time ClearH2Ofilms is looking for amazing scenery, big drops and first descents for our new project, we always know Brazil will deliver the goods. The timing could not have been better as veteran filmmaker [...]
Red Canoe Journal Leg 7:The Daredevil Installment
05.06.2008
Standing across from Evel Knievel’s Snake River ramp today I’m wondering what would have happened if Evel had cleared the canyon back in 1974. Yes, the ramp is still there. There’s also rock, worn from people who have bumped across the desert to get a better vantage point, a few spent shotgun shells and beer [...]
Five Intermediate Touring Kayaks on Review
05.06.2008
Good news. Manufacturers have recognized the needs of intermediate paddlers, and created a new class of kayaks just for you. These 13- to 14-foot boats sport sleek sea-kayak lines plus some beginner-friendly features—like wide hulls and padded seats—for those looking to step up their game, or the length of their trips. All of these boats [...]
Shaw & Tenney Paddle Company Turns 150 This Year
04.30.2008
Shaw & Tenney, the oldest manufacturer of oars and paddles in the U.S. and the third oldest manufacturer of marine products, turns 150 this year. Started in 1858 as a water-powered manufacturer on the Stillwater River in Orono, Maine, the company has moved twice within the same town and changed owners only three times. Shaw [...]
Brown Pelicans Being Considered for Removal From Endangered Species List
04.25.2008
Over the last 10 years, while guiding kayak tours at Anacapa Island and along the southeast end of Santa Cruz Island – part of the Channel Islands National Park – there’s always one seabird more than any other species that clutters the volcanic sea stacks and craggy spires at locations like Cathedral Cove and Scorpion [...]
Outdoors Inc. Hosts 27th Annual Mississippi River Canoe & Kayak Race
04.25.2008
On Saturday, May 3rd 2008, the mighty Mississippi will shut down, except for a bunch of dedicated canoe and kayak racers. It’s the 27th running of the largest canoe and kayak race in the southeastern U.S – the Outdoors Inc. Canoe and Kayak Race. For Race Details – www.outdoorsinc.com Over 500 recreational and expert paddlers [...]
New Scottish Sea Kayak Trail
04.22.2008
The west coast of Scotland is a dream destination for sea kayakers with some of the world’s best paddling and now it will be the location of the UK’s first long distance ‘trail’ for sea kayakers. The route has been devised by Liz and Simon Willis, who live and kayak on Scotland’s west coast, and [...]
Canoeing Afghanistan
04.21.2008
Amir Shah pulls me out of Katie’s earshot and explains in a hurried whisper the sudden change of plans. “Mr. Jason, I was thinking it’s safer to stay here than Ghorband. This is Hazara area-100 percent safe,”says Amir, my colleague, trusted guide, and an ethnic Hazara. “The district chief said don’t even drive through Ghorband [...]
How To Navigate in Open Water
04.19.2008
Duane Strosaker didn’t drown the last time he missed a roll, but for one long moment it felt as if he might. The proprietor of the popular sea kayaking blog rollordrown.com got caught inside on an eight-foot day, and, to borrow a phrase from surfing’s rich vocabulary, he went over the falls. The ocean held [...]
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