Playak News Flash 2009-03-17

Playak News Flash - March 17, 2009

News Watch Headlines

Immersion Research: Mike Janoska and his son rescued A missing 13-year-old boy and his father who spent a chilly night in the Sierra after a kayak trip were plucked to safety Monday by a rescue helicopter east of Pollock Pines.

Jackson Kayak: Keegan Grady surfs big breaks in Chile with NRA We just spent an amazing 5 days on the Rio Maipo near Santiago. I am hooked on Chile and think I will be back soon.

Jackson Kayak: Mission: The Factory faces of Jackson Kayak The people in these photos are the people that put the boats together, mould, ship, trim inspect and keep the factory selling boats.

Jackson Kayak: A Beautiful Day on Giant Gap I had the pleasure of joining Darin McQuoid and 3 other good friends for a sunny day of beautiful paddling on the Giant Gap section of the North American on Wednesday. I'd never been able to run this section before, though I had always wanted to.

surfski.info: Testing new boat We're taking the team up to Mauritius to test the new boat, said Epic Kayaks CEO Charles Brand.

Immersion Research: LVM 29 will premiere on 19th March LVM 29 will be premiering at the Asheville Pizza company on March 19th.

Truckee River foundation: Kayak Clinics at the Reno River Festival Clinics will be offered for all ability levels. So, whether you have never been in a boat or have some paddling experience behind you, take advantage of this opportunity to get some quality instruction courtesy of the Truckee River Foundation.

Stone And Water: World Premiere for Exploring Idaho announced Stone and Water Productions Presents: Exploring Idaho World Film Premiere with Live Music From Bellamy Rose, CapGun Suicide, IQEQ and James Thomas Revolution.

Paddling Instructor Blog: Bryan Hansel's amazing journey – Circumnavigation all the Great Lakes On May 5th, Brian Hansel is going try to become the first person to circumnavigate all 5 of the great lakes in a kayak. The journey is 3,800 miles and will take 5 months to complete.

SUP Surf Mag: Announcement of special screening Stand Up Paddle Surfing Magazine is pleased to announce a special screening by the Rell Sunn Educational Fund. Whether you are a stand up paddler or a bodyboarder, this is an event not to be missed.

Keith Wikle: Santa Cruz Surf Kayak Festival will begin from 20th March The 2009 Santa Cruz Surf Kayak Festival begins next Friday. I am eagerly anticipating the you tube videos that will arrive on the internet shortly afterward.

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