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Many people know Hawaii as the place to go for beaches and life styling, and though there is plenty of that to be had, the SEND boys see Hawaii as a destination for some of the best waterfall kayaking in the world.
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Kokatat Fishing Ambassador Brad Hole joins four other seasoned kayak anglers for a three day fishing and camping expedition on a private island in the Salish Sea.
Kokatat Fishing Ambassador Brad Hole joins four other seasoned kayak anglers for a three day fishing and camping expedition on a private island in the...
read moreThomas Richard and Gerd Serrasolses do a full SUP descent of the Noguera Pallaresa River in the Spanish Pyrenees.
Thomas Richard and Gerd Serrasolses do a full SUP descent of the Noguera Pallaresa River in the Spanish Pyrenees.
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Battling the Bloodvein River while building strong ties between outfitters and the Indigenous peoples’ land in which they use.
Battling the Bloodvein River while building strong ties between outfitters and the Indigenous peoples’ land in which they use.
read moreThere are so many wonderful hikes to do in the Grand Canyon National Park that one could spend a lifetime there.
There are so many wonderful hikes to do in the Grand Canyon National Park that one could spend a lifetime there.
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Flowing into the Pacific Ocean near Juneau, AK, the Taku watershed is the largest road-less watershed on the Pacific Coast of North America. Lane Jacobs, Ben Stookesberry, and Todd Wells spend 10 days exploring this watershed: 156 miles, 40 miles of first descents and 3600' total descent.
Flowing into the Pacific Ocean near Juneau, AK, the Taku watershed is the largest road-less watershed on the Pacific Coast of North America. Lane Jacobs,...
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One of the best multi-day kayak trips in the lower 48, this run deserves it's reputation. The water quality is exceptional, the camping spectacular, and the whitewater legendary.
One of the best multi-day kayak trips in the lower 48, this run deserves it's reputation. The water quality is exceptional, the camping spectacular, and the...
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There is something inexplicably special about Antarctica – a place that on the surface is black, white and uniform, but on closer inspection is a spectrum of whites, blues, greens, browns and greys.
There is something inexplicably special about Antarctica – a place that on the surface is black, white and uniform, but on closer inspection is a spectrum...
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2018 was monumental year for Kalob Grady as he journeyed to amazing places, experienced new cultures and learned valuable lessons along the way.
2018 was monumental year for Kalob Grady as he journeyed to amazing places, experienced new cultures and learned valuable lessons along the way.
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Kalob Grady reflects on his time spent on the White Nile, as he returns for a final farewell to a special place that will remain dear to his heart.
read more‘Posture and Trim’ is the third video in the Lessons Learned series. When it comes to posture and trim we all need to work on flexibility and also be aware that we are always moving in our kayak.
‘Posture and Trim’ is the third video in the Lessons Learned series. When it comes to posture and trim we all need to work on...
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The Kokatat River Tow Tether is a five foot webbing cow tail/tow tether with adjustable length so that it fits snug against your rescue life vest to minimize snag hazard. This video will explain how to install, adjust and pack the River Tow Tether.
The Kokatat River Tow Tether is a five foot webbing cow tail/tow tether with adjustable length so that it fits snug against your rescue...
read moreJaime Sharp shares stories of triumph and challenges while surfing sea kayaks during the annual Hobuck Hoedown Paddle Surf Competition in Washington.
Jaime Sharp shares stories of triumph and challenges while surfing sea kayaks during the annual Hobuck Hoedown Paddle Surf Competition in Washington.
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Winter paddling brings big rewards
Winter paddling brings big rewards
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One rescue skill every kayaker should know.
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Eike Köhler braves the heavy storm surf in the Baltic Sea.
Eike Köhler braves the heavy storm surf in the Baltic Sea.
read moreKathy Holcombe breaks down what gear is needed and how to pack a sea kayak for a multi day adventure.
Kathy Holcombe breaks down what gear is needed and how to pack a sea kayak for a multi day adventure.
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The jungles of Veracruz are a mystical place, where imaginations flourish and ideas come to life.
The jungles of Veracruz are a mystical place, where imaginations flourish and ideas come to life.
read more‘Blade Awareness', the second video in the Lessons Learned series, will help take you're paddling to the next level.
‘Blade Awareness', the second video in the Lessons Learned series, will help take you're paddling to the next level.
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Around the top of Scotland in 25 days.
Around the top of Scotland in 25 days.
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A Royal Flush - running all 5 drops of the Royal Gorge on the North Fork of the American in a single run.
A Royal Flush - running all 5 drops of the Royal Gorge on the North Fork of the American in a single run.
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Abby Holcombe discovers the wonders of the remote Magpie River in Northern Quebec during a trip with her father, Peter Holcombe.
Abby Holcombe discovers the wonders of the remote Magpie River in Northern Quebec during a trip with her father, Peter Holcombe.
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Kokatat SUP ambassadors Kevin & Christian spend a winter season working in majestic Maui as Kiteboarding, Surf, and SUP instructors, living on an incredible permaculture farm in the jungle.
Kokatat SUP ambassadors Kevin & Christian spend a winter season working in majestic Maui as Kiteboarding, Surf, and SUP instructors, living on an incredible permaculture farm...
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‘Hang onto your Kayak’ is the first video in the Lessons Learned series. In this video, you will learn the importance of hanging onto your kayak with examples of what happens when you let go.
read morePaddling Scandinavias longest river from it’s source to the ocean.
Paddling Scandinavias longest river from it’s source to the ocean.
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Spring in Eastern Canada is the time of year where frozen lakes turn into flooded rivers and for kayakers this means one thing; Stakeout.
Spring in Eastern Canada is the time of year where frozen lakes turn into flooded rivers and for kayakers this means one thing; Stakeout.
read moreKathy Holcombe and her dog Tucker set out in the Boundary Waters of Minnesota for 5 days of solitude and adventure this past June.
Kathy Holcombe and her dog Tucker set out in the Boundary Waters of Minnesota for 5 days of solitude and adventure this past June.
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The Florida Keys are the perfect introductory sea kayaking experience for your next adventure vacation.
The Florida Keys are the perfect introductory sea kayaking experience for your next adventure vacation.
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Gnarlfest—California’s hardest whitewater race; where no one ever shows up and someone always swims.
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Paddling along the French, Spain, and Andorra borders, we were treated to excellent whitewater, scenery and food.
Paddling along the French, Spain, and Andorra borders, we were treated to excellent whitewater, scenery and food.
read moreFollow this simple guide to a pretty cool way to keep your head dry and out of the way when doing a back deck roll.
Follow this simple guide to a pretty cool way to keep your head dry and out of the way when doing a back deck roll.
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Jim Sammons and the crew from the Kayak Fishing show return from a trip to Panama in search of Roosterfish
Jim Sammons and the crew from the Kayak Fishing show return from a trip to Panama in search of Roosterfish
read moreWhile on the Big Island of Hawaii we experienced an incredibly unique culture and quality of people. It seemed as if we had gone back in time.
While on the Big Island of Hawaii we experienced an incredibly unique culture and quality of people. It seemed as if we had gone back...
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In June of 2018 five Kokatat team members explored the incredible rivers and waterfalls of Iceland.
In June of 2018 five Kokatat team members explored the incredible rivers and waterfalls of Iceland.
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Now in its 6th year, the Malabar River Festival has grown from its humble beginnings and has sparked international interest, drawing in the best kayakers in the world.
Now in its 6th year, the Malabar River Festival has grown from its humble beginnings and has sparked international interest, drawing in the best kayakers...
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Chile is a country flooded by beauty and cursed by the dammed
Chile is a country flooded by beauty and cursed by the dammed
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Surfing the biggest tidal exchange in 3 years
Surfing the biggest tidal exchange in 3 years
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The 2018 North Fork Championship report from Kokatat team paddler Jules Domine. An incredible four days of action packed kayaking and excitement!
read moreThe west coast of Vancouver Island is a magical place, and once you’ve experienced it there’s a continual pull to explore it further.
The west coast of Vancouver Island is a magical place, and once you’ve experienced it there’s a continual pull to explore it further.
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Jump in to the classroom with Seth to learn how to improve your kickflip!
Jump in to the classroom with Seth to learn how to improve your kickflip!
read moreWhile much of the year was the “usual” for me, it always has new challenges, new opportunity, and new joy
While much of the year was the “usual” for me, it always has new challenges, new opportunity, and new joy
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Learn one of Whitewater kayaking’s quickest and easiest rolls
Learn one of Whitewater kayaking’s quickest and easiest rolls
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“Balance? What is balance even?” For nearly two decades, Ben Stookesberry has been a world leader in expedition kayaking, but why?
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The Samaná Fest is an atypical event celebrating for the fifth year in a row, the last free flowing river of Antioquia, The Rio Samaná.
The Samaná Fest is an atypical event celebrating for the fifth year in a row, the last free flowing river of Antioquia, The Rio Samaná.
read moreDeep in the heart of the Gulf of Mexico lies a hidden, magical island, seventy miles off the coast of Key West.
Deep in the heart of the Gulf of Mexico lies a hidden, magical island, seventy miles off the coast of Key West.
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Building confidence on the water translates directly to a greater sense of confidence in the rest of life.
Building confidence on the water translates directly to a greater sense of confidence in the rest of life.
read moreA self-support kayak trip down the Grand Canyon is an opportunity to see nature in some of its rawest forms. To connect with the outdoors, disconnect from everything else and to use a river to carry you through your adventures.
A self-support kayak trip down the Grand Canyon is an opportunity to see nature in some of its rawest forms. To connect with the outdoors,...
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Five exercises to develop comfort underwater
Five exercises to develop comfort underwater
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Seventy Ugandans paddle down the Nile – a first for all involved
Seventy Ugandans paddle down the Nile – a first for all involved
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Four paddlers search for whitewater in the remote Cariboo Mountains of British Columbia.
Four paddlers search for whitewater in the remote Cariboo Mountains of British Columbia.
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Spring season means warmer weather, blooming flowers and longer days. In the Southeast, spring also means rain and kayaking.
Spring season means warmer weather, blooming flowers and longer days. In the Southeast, spring also means rain and kayaking.
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In this video, Seth Ashworth gives us some simple tips on how to improve your front surfing skills.
read moreThe best stories are always found where you least expect them.
The best stories are always found where you least expect them.
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The Callaghan River just outside of Whistler BC, has always been a highly acclaimed piece of whitewater and is the keystone to the paddling community surrounding it. For years the river has had a looming threat of a Hydro project being developed.
The Callaghan River just outside of Whistler BC, has always been a highly acclaimed piece of whitewater and is the keystone to the paddling community...
read moreA quick instructional video on three ways to improve your 'Boof Stroke'' which is the stroke used to lift up your bow and carry speed out of drops.
A quick instructional video on three ways to improve your 'Boof Stroke'' which is the stroke used to lift up your bow and carry speed...
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In early January, 29 athletes from 12 diverse countries converged upon the longest river in the world for UNLEASHEDxUganda
In early January, 29 athletes from 12 diverse countries converged upon the longest river in the world for UNLEASHEDxUganda
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With the use of waterproof mics, drone and GoPro camera, Eike Köhler creates a unique video to explain the skeg in a way you have never seen before.
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A stress free, easy going fishing trip on my day off without the weight of a goal attached.
A stress free, easy going fishing trip on my day off without the weight of a goal attached.
read moreWinds will shut off during the winter allowing for beautiful afternoons padding glassy waters.
Winds will shut off during the winter allowing for beautiful afternoons padding glassy waters.
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When you experience a difficult, disappointing or scary situation on the water how quickly do you recover? Are you able to let it roll off your back and feel empowered to paddle on? No matter your answer, know that you can increase your resilience with practice.
When you experience a difficult, disappointing or scary situation on the water how quickly do you recover? Are you able to let it roll off...
read moreThere is something powerful about separating ourselves entirely from that which is familiar and for us as human terrestrial creatures, the watery world of the ocean is as unknown and foreign as can be.
There is something powerful about separating ourselves entirely from that which is familiar and for us as human terrestrial creatures, the watery world of the...
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For those looking to get into recreational lake or mellow river paddling the gear options can seem very overwhelming.
For those looking to get into recreational lake or mellow river paddling the gear options can seem very overwhelming.
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After years of using various forms of dry suits, always wondering how they could improve but never knowing exactly how it would be, the Idol changed my perception of how comfortable and functional a piece of gear can be.
After years of using various forms of dry suits, always wondering how they could improve but never knowing exactly how it would be, the Idol...
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Steve Scherrer explains the concept of "LTD" long term development and the importance of learning proper technique for stand-up paddling.
Steve Scherrer explains the concept of "LTD" long term development and the importance of learning proper technique for stand-up paddling.
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Everyone recognizes the iconic beauty of the Grand Canyon of the Colorado River from photographs, or has read about it’s awe inspiring landscapes, but few people get to truly experience the incredible place.
Everyone recognizes the iconic beauty of the Grand Canyon of the Colorado River from photographs, or has read about it’s awe inspiring landscapes, but...
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Watch this 5 step video for tips on mastering the sweep roll!
read moreA step by step guide on how to get the most out of Moose Fest
A step by step guide on how to get the most out of Moose Fest
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A photo gallery from UNLEASHED 2017 - a four stage kayak competition on the giant whitewater of Quebec and Ontario.
A photo gallery from UNLEASHED 2017 - a four stage kayak competition on the giant whitewater of Quebec and Ontario.
read moreYakFish TV Host Robert Field joined Kokatat Fishing Team Member Brad Hole in the Pacific Northwest to round out his 3 1/2 week kayak fishing road trip with a day at Lake Cle Elum catching Mackinaw Lake Trout and Burbot.
YakFish TV Host Robert Field joined Kokatat Fishing Team Member Brad Hole in the Pacific Northwest to round out his 3 1/2 week kayak fishing road trip...
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Big volume channels, small ‘creeky’ lines, and rowdy waterfalls; the Mekong River is a whitewater kayakers paradise.
Big volume channels, small ‘creeky’ lines, and rowdy waterfalls; the Mekong River is a whitewater kayakers paradise.
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Beautiful blue limestone cliffs topped by old-growth cedar forests tower above the crystal-clear turquoise water of Georgian Bay in Lake Huron. It’s a paddler and climber’s paradise.
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Do some kayaking expeditions begin with food obsessions? Well, this one did. Discoveries from 6 weeks of paddling and eating in Taiwan
Do some kayaking expeditions begin with food obsessions? Well, this one did. Discoveries from 6 weeks of paddling and eating in Taiwan
read moreLessons learned from teaching sea kayaking without speaking the language.
Lessons learned from teaching sea kayaking without speaking the language.
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Not every technical apparel company understands that adventurous, female paddlers come in all shapes and sizes.
Not every technical apparel company understands that adventurous, female paddlers come in all shapes and sizes.
read moreIn this video, we aim to take basic skills such as s-turns and eddy turns and help you use them as tools to slow your downstream momentum, (by generating cross current speed and using eddies and other features) and in turn, to give you better position control and more ‘time’ to plan your descent.
In this video, we aim to take basic skills such as s-turns and eddy turns and help you use them as tools to slow your...
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Experiencing the largest tidal range in the world is reason enough for any sea kayaker to want to attend the Bay of Fundy Sea Kayak Symposium.
Experiencing the largest tidal range in the world is reason enough for any sea kayaker to want to attend the Bay of Fundy Sea Kayak...
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Fishing for trophy Lake Trout in Northern Canada is a bucket-list item for many anglers. Lakers are well- known for being aggressive, often hitting lures multiple times. This is made all the more interesting when fishing from a SUP board.
Fishing for trophy Lake Trout in Northern Canada is a bucket-list item for many anglers. Lakers are well- known for being aggressive, often hitting lures...
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Circumnavigating the largest island of Sweden.
Circumnavigating the largest island of Sweden.
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Enjoy kayaking with other female paddlers? Check out the fun we had at the Women Takeover the Green event!
Enjoy kayaking with other female paddlers? Check out the fun we had at the Women Takeover the Green event!
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A few weeks paddling on the Northern Forest Canoe Trail.
read moreWith sour weather in the forecast, the helicopter runs were shut down, so we filled our time on other classic shuttle and hike runs.
With sour weather in the forecast, the helicopter runs were shut down, so we filled our time on other classic shuttle and hike runs.
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Norm Hann has introduced S.O.A.R (Surf, Ocean and Rivers) paddle camps with the aim to deliver an instructional, fun and progressive stand up paddle board training experience for sup enthusiasts, potential instructors or those goal setters looking for the opportunity for self-challenge and leadership training.
Norm Hann has introduced S.O.A.R (Surf, Ocean and Rivers) paddle camps with the aim to deliver an instructional, fun and progressive stand...
read moreFour people passionate about protecting the outdoors endeavor on a trip of a lifetime to inspire others to explore the natural world.
Four people passionate about protecting the outdoors endeavor on a trip of a lifetime to inspire others to explore the natural world.
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In today's society the term "Hybrid" is familiar to most. We drive Hybrid vehicles that use less fossil fuels. There are Hybrid fruits and vegetables that are seedless or disease resistant. And there are even Hybrid Fish...
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For 19 days the team realized their dream of kayaking one of the most isolated rivers on earth through the Colombian Amazon...
For 19 days the team realized their dream of kayaking one of the most isolated rivers on earth through the Colombian Amazon...
read moreThe Channel Islands are composed of a chain of eight islands (five of which make up the national park) off the coast of California stretching from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles
The Channel Islands are composed of a chain of eight islands (five of which make up the national park) off the coast of California stretching...
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In every scenario this paddling suit has made my time on the water safer and definitely more comfortable!
In every scenario this paddling suit has made my time on the water safer and definitely more comfortable!
read moreFreya Hoffmeister, aka the ‘woman in black', has started kayaking around her 3rd continent, North America. Justine Curgenven joins her for a week paddling on Vancouver Island. How will the solo paddler react to company from another strong female expedition paddler?
Freya Hoffmeister, aka the ‘woman in black', has started kayaking around her 3rd continent, North America. Justine Curgenven joins her for a week paddling on...
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Dinky Creek is a section of whitewater that is steep, continuous and remote. This was my third trip into this incredible place, but was different from previous trips.
Dinky Creek is a section of whitewater that is steep, continuous and remote. This was my third trip into this incredible place, but was different...
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Florida is a great place to escape from the harsh winter months to find some unbelievable paddling adventures.
Florida is a great place to escape from the harsh winter months to find some unbelievable paddling adventures.
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First aid and survival kits are an important part of paddling safety. Here's some advice on important items to pack in your first aid kit.
First aid and survival kits are an important part of paddling safety. Here's some advice on important items to pack in your first aid kit.
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What better way to spend a honeymoon than to travel to New Zealand and enjoy some classic sections of whitewater!
What better way to spend a honeymoon than to travel to New Zealand and enjoy some classic sections of whitewater!
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Traveling with a paddle provides opportunities for adventure, self-knowledge and expanding our paddling community.
read moreCompetence is a perception that we can influence in others.
Competence is a perception that we can influence in others.
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The Seep Lakes of Eastern Washington are a paddler's paradise. Three kayak anglers escape Soggy Seattle for spectacular scenery and an early spring bass bite.
The Seep Lakes of Eastern Washington are a paddler's paradise. Three kayak anglers escape Soggy Seattle for spectacular scenery and an early spring bass bite.
read moreWhen the tide is out the table is set
When the tide is out the table is set
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When the weather gets cold in New Zealand the kiwis look for warmer temperatures.
When the weather gets cold in New Zealand the kiwis look for warmer temperatures.
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Ever wondered how to reseal your dry top? Here is an instructional video about how to replace your neck gasket on your dry top.
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Paddling in Spite of the Ordinary series explores how women sea kayakers aspire to accomplish their paddling goals while exploring themes of spirituality, social justice, challenge, community, and acceptance.
Paddling in Spite of the Ordinary series explores how women sea kayakers aspire to accomplish their paddling goals while exploring themes of spirituality, social justice,...
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