Playak News Flash 2010-11-30

Playak News Flash - November 30, 2010
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Oswego Creek, Lake Oswego, OR Northwest Video Scrapbook - During the LOIS Project for the City of Lake Oswego 2 billion gallons of water was pumped from the lake and into Oswego Creek (A.K.A. Sucker Creek). Since this project was going on during the late summer months when nearby streams and rivers were at their lowest it attracted the attention of local whitewater kayakers.

Surfing around the Toronto Islands [Trip Photos] Paddling Instructor Blog - I got back earlier today from a fantastic day on the water kayaking around the Toronto Islands. The wind was gently blowing just strong enough from the South West to bring in some very nice 2 foot swells.

It's A Wrap paddling.net - The holidays are upon us. But then again, thanks to the retail stores, Christmas has been on our minds since August. But, they're really on us now. Now is when you look at the calendar and see how many "open" weekends are left in 2010. If you're like me, the weekends are about the only time you can work in a fishing trip, so some planning is in order. Obviously, Thanksgiving is this week. Many of you will be traveling to spend time with family friends, and travel will most likely consume this weekend. Good for you - you made the right decision.

Video update from the Rio Claro…that's Chile! Team Pyranha - So far our trip has been quite amazing. Paddling everyday, mostly warm weather, and good flows. Here is a video from a trip we took a few weeks ago up to the very very beautiful Rio Claro.

Nicaragua and the Rescue Class Jackson Kayak - Nicaragua is a magical place. I have had such a great time down here and it's just the first week! We started off with our bags getting lost. Luckily it only took a day to get them back. The passion of Latin America is inspirational for me. San Juan del Sur was our first stop.

Double the pleasure Tony Paradise - Today we ended up at Tors Cove after a scouting mission in Brigus South. There we spoke to 3 local fishermen who advised against launching. They wouldn't go out in their 10 metre fishing boat they said. That was almost a dare and the testosterone cut in for a bit but we listened to reason and retreated to Tors Cove

Lamure bay Ottawa River A whole bunch of Ing's - My cheeks and bit's that stick out on my body are still holding the cold energy of the day as I type this report up. My original plan for today was to awake early and head to Rock lake in Algonquin park, a good 2 hour drive from my house. Waking before sunrise I seen my VERY sleepy wife who had been babysitting for a friend last night and was up until 2 am. Directing her back to bed I got the lad's breakfast and watched some cartoons.

Luncheon on a gravel bed in the River Lochy SeaKayakPhoto.com - The sea lock of the Caledonian Canal opens to Loch Linnhe beside Corpach pier.

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