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Product Review: Castaway 116 DLX by Pelican Intl. - 12 hr ago The only real beef I have with the boat is that I have to heft the 62# onto my car at the end of the day, but who likes a whiner. Other than that it has to be the best starter boat to get... See More Details Video Clip: See Caves by Sea Kayaks - 16 hr ago Sea kayaking into caves and through the arches and tunnels of Milos, Greece See More Details Man Paddling Downstream 150 Miles in a Pumpkin - 21 hr ago People raise money for sick kids in all kinds of ways. However, some people go to different extremes. Like one Wisconsin man. J.R. Hildebrant is grabbing a paddle and a pumpkin and headin... See More Details Ottine dam blowout raises canoeing risks - 2 days ago Local canoe enthusiasts are putting the word out to others across Texas this week of a dangerous situation on the lower San Marcos River. Ottine Dam, located near Palmetto State Park, has... See More Details Hot Deal: Voyageur Canoe Center Flotation Bag - 2 days ago The Voyageur canoe center flotation bag helps keep your canoe afloat in the event of a capsize by displacing water and minimizing potential damage due to water pressure. $26.50 from Sierr... See More Details Feature Trip: Flordia Everglades - 2 days ago Enjoy first class camping and delicious food while paddling throughout this protected Wetland of International Importance with Crystal Seas Kayaking. See More Details Threepeat: Mills claims third Coosa River Challenge crown - 3 days ago The Coosa River Challenge isn’t supposed to be an easy stroll through the woods. It’s an adventure race that challenges the participants’ endurance. Apparently Scott Mills was in better ... See More Details New Product: Cruiser Sail by WindPaddle Sails - 3 days ago Supply your tandems, canoes and heavy touring kayaks with sail power! The Cruiser is a 56" diameter sail weighing only 22 oz. that can be coiled/folded into a 20" diameter package that st... See More Details T-Recovery - 3 days ago The T-recovery is one of many assisted recoveries where the water is drained from the flooded kayak before the paddler re-enters their kayak. Read about this valuable recovery technique h... See More Details Trip Report: Wreck Island (ON) - 4 days ago Wreck Island is one of those places that constantly surprises me each trip I make to it. It’s popular with most of the kayak groups that are run by the local outfitters. See More Details Store Feature: Navy Blue Kayak Wave Fleece - 4 days ago This great fleece features a neatly embroidered kayak paddle with the word 'KAYAK' floating on a set of 3 waves. Show your love for kayaking with this classy fleece pullover! See More Details Singing in the Rain! - 4 days ago Do rainy days and Mondays always get you down? Well, you can't do anything about Mondays, but here's some good news: rain doesn't have to spoil your day. In fact, with the right wardrob... See More Details St. Clair County (MI) launches prototype canoe & kayak dock - 5 days ago St. Clair County has launched a prototype of a kayak and canoe dock that will allow people with physical challenges to enjoy the water... The dock is modified from a personal watercraft l... See More Details Gear Spotlight: Gedi Convertible Helmet - 5 days ago A helmet designed to meet the special requirements of extreme kayaking (white water and "creeking"), extreme kiteboarding, lifeguard and security personnel using PWC’s, swift water rescue... See More Details From the Archives: Simplified CPR Procedures - 5 days ago A basic first responder/aid skill for water sports is CPR. The new CPR application is a three-step process of Call; Blow; Pump. See More Details Anglers find a friend in stealthy kayaks - 5 days ago More and more fishermen are going places they’ve never been able to go. They’re relying on sleek, lightweight kayaks to get them to hard-to-reach fishing spots on lakes, rivers and creeks. See More Details Adaptive Paddling at Devil's Lake (WI) - 7 days ago A little more balance is opening up a whole new world of independence for people with disabilities. "It's fun. It's a beautiful day. It's fun to be gliding across the water. It's just gor... See More Details

Product Review: Tennessean by Merrimack Canoe - 8 days ago It's light but not flimsy. Stable but definitely not a tub. Smooth paddling solo or tandem. Easy to carry and tucks away in the garage. I expect to put many happy nautical miles on this h... See More Details Video Clip: Kayak Fishing for Marlin - 8 days ago Kayak fishing with Bluewater Jon, landing and releasing a striped marlin off of Cabo San Lucas See More Details A Man, a Plan, a Canoe - 8 days ago Spur-of-the-moment trek down the Mississippi spawns a compelling photo study... See More Details Feature Trip: Georgia - Okefenokee Natl Wildlife Refuge - 9 days ago Paddle through beautiful moss covered cypress swamps and across open wet prairies. Water so dark it looks like you are looking into a mirror. The Okefenokee is a true wilderness experienc... See More Details Hot Deal: Patagonia Mesh Back Life Jacket - 9 days ago Paddle your touring or recreation kayak in comfort with the mesh-backed Patagonia PFD. With new PVC-free Gaia Foam, the Mesh Back is lighter and more comfortable than ever. $57.85 from NR... See More Details Comforting Soups for the Fall Paddler - 9 days ago This month, food columnist Anne L. Desjardins dishes out a few easy soup ideas to create filling meals in a bowl based on this great favorite. See More Details County works on making James River (VA) a blueway trail - 10 days ago Imagine you’re in a canoe paddling down crystal waters looking at historic remnants of times long ago... If this sounds like something you might enjoy, you’re not alone. And Botetourt Cou... See More Details Pre-Order: This Is The Sea 4 DVD - 10 days ago This anticipated 2-disc set has over 2.5 hours of spectacular sea kayaking expeditions and other paddling fun. See More Details Funny Story: Swimmer Support? - 10 days ago Read this month's reader submitted MisAdventures article to learn a few lessons of how NOT to support a swimmer from your canoe. See More Details Trip Report: Voyageurs National Park (MN) - 11 days ago I recommend this trip for anyone, but it's especially appealing if you want to rough it lightly. The Kettle Falls hotel, the official campsites, and the help available in the event of eme... See More Details Store Feature: Enjoy. Explore T-Shirt (long & short sleeve) - 11 days ago This unique and originally designed t-shirt sums up the paddling experience in three simple words: Enjoy. Explore. Escape. Long or short sleeve, sizes S-3XL See More Details Fall In! Autumn Comes to Canoe Country - 11 days ago Autumn has arrived in Canoe Country. But there's still plenty of time left to get out and enjoy paddling before winter locks up the waters. In many ways, this is the best season of the ye... See More Details Water Trail: Milwaukee Urban Water Trail (WI) - 12 days ago The Milwaukee Urban Water Trail is a trail and map for canoes, kayaks, and other small non-motorized boats on the "urban" portions of three Wisconsin rivers. See More Details Gear Spotlight: KS Touring Kayak Paddle - 12 days ago The KS from FoxWorx is a paddle for those who want an all wood blade touring kayak paddle. It's really quiet and very lightweight. The spoon blade is made from cedar, balsa, basswood and ... See More Details From the Archives: Kayak Paddle Length Debate - 12 days ago There have been some pretty toasty discussions regarding the proper paddle length for sea kayaks. Some suggest there is no reason to reach out beyond 220 cm, while others prefer the laid-... See More Details All kinds make up Mid-American's canoe crew - 12 days ago It's a diverse collection of people from a wide range of places. There are first-time paddlers and old-time race veterans, ranging from those who have never sat in a canoe to those who ha... See More Details Kayak angler's facts keep lobsters in the loop - 14 days ago One November night six years ago, Jimmie Salazar was invited to go hoop-netting for lobsters by a good friend and fellow kayaker. It was an interesting combination, Salazar thought, kayak... See More Details

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