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• Austin man paddles Mississippi River from headwaters to LA
• Great White stalks Sydney kayakers
• Boat landing closure developer's mistake
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Guidelines - Using a Throw Rope
One of the lowest-risk and most effective techniques for reaching a victim is by use of a throw rope. In this month's guideline article, Ken Whiting takes a look at the basics of using a throw rope. From throwing the rope, to positioning on the shore, to being the victim and receiving the life line. Read this educational article on the this important rescue technique.
http://www.paddling.net/guidelines/
After Christmas Savings - Shirts & DVDs!
We've extended the shirt special to try and clear off some more shelves and get ready for new items in 2009. So, buy 2 shirts and get a 3rd one for free for a few more days. Also, we are still offering our DVD combo packs at discounted prices. Remember that Paddling Perks members save an additional 10% off all purchaces in the store. Browse all of the products in the Paddling.net store from the following link.
http://www.paddling.net/store/
3 Boat+ Paddling.net Sweepstakes!
Enter the Paddling.net sweepstakes to win a Cayuga 146 kayak from Old Town Canoe Co., a Prospector 16 - SP3 canoe from Nova Craft, a Sound 120XE Rec. kayak from Pelican Intl., or you can register to win a Vasa Ergometer. The boat prizes also come packaged with various items like a SeaHorse storage solution from Talic, gear from Seattle Sports, paddles from Bending Branches, and a boat cart from Paddleboy. Congratulations to Lise Armstrong from South Burlington, VT who won a 2009 Paddling Perks membership just for entering this past week.
http://www.paddling.net/reg/sweepstakes.html
In The Same Boat
The days are now about as short as they ever get in Canoe Country, and the nights are long and cold. It's the time of year when a fire in the hearth is really welcome. It's also a good time to plan for the day when General Winter finally loosens his grip on the rivers and lakes. Maybe that's why Tamia's recent article on "storm kettles" drew so much mail. To find out what folks had to say, be sure to check out this week's In the Same Boat. After all, it's "Our Readers Write." You wouldn't want to miss out, would you?
http://www.paddling.net/sameboat/
Get Your 2009 Paddling.net Calendar
Well 2009 is just about here and it's past time to get your 2009 calendar. The 2009 Paddling.net Wall Calendar is a must have for any paddler! The calendar contains the 12 great photos pictured below, each photo is 9.5" tall by 13" wide and free of text. You can buy the calendar in the Paddling.net store, but the best way to get the calendar is by joining Paddling Perks:
http://www.paddling.net/deals/
Trips Directory Spotlight
Kickapoo River Trip (WI)
by Fred Flasher's Canoe Camping Trips
The Kickapoo is a small, swift running, clean strean in SW Wisconsin. It flows through the driftless area and Wildcat Mountain State Park. It's perhaps one of the most scenic rivers in the State with high sandstone cliffs capped with native cedar and hemlock. Drawback, the Kickapoo is a recessed bank type of river. The camping areas are best around bends and require "chaining" up your gear and my cooking equipment. That is difficult but I want to be honest with you. Once up on the bank the sites are remote and beautiful. Just be prepared to do some work.
http://www.paddling.net/trips/showCompany.html?show=42
Product Review Spotlight
Aerius Expedition II by Klepper Folding Kayaks
We had bought the Klepper Aerius II (expedition) in 1997 when we were just married and before we had a home to live in. 40 years previously, I had paddled the same model with confidence the Bristol Channel and down the Rhone to the Mediterranean... The folding Klepper gives a good return on the initial high investment, unlike the small yacht we recently sold... Rating: 10 of 10 by Charlie
Read more of this review or get more info on the Aerius Expedition II.
What Do You Think?
Thanks to everyone for making 2008 such a great year! We are anticipating some exciting new features and are working hard on some great new additions to the website for 2009! We wish you all a happy and prosperous New Year. As always, if you have any questions or comments, drop us a line at feedback@paddling.net.
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