Life in The Slow Lane - Three Days At The Falls of Lora

Playak News Flash - March 21, 2013
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News Watch Headlines Life in The Slow Lane - Three Days At The Falls of Lora Nick Bennett - With my dissertation looming and finals not far away I thought that NSR would be my last weekend of fun. Maybe I was right, but somehow I managed to be very efficient and get my work done in time for a thee day mid week break at the Falls of Lora. Alberta Sup Update From Team Paddler, Luke Vollmerhaus Nikki Rekman - Bad puns aside, I want to get you off to an early start with some of the awesome stuff coming out of the best paddling shop this summer for all the veteran, recreational and prospective SUPer's . The National Student Rodeo Nick Bennett - A couple of weeks ago I headed down to Nottingham with the rest of Edinburgh university canoe club for the the national student rodeo, or NSR for short. An Analytical Look at Survivable Submersion Times Site Zed - After the tragic entrapment of a canoeist on the Little River last weekend(1), I found myself wondering about the odds of surviving a long submersion. The canoeist's peers persisted in their rescue efforts for 35 minutes by repeatedly strong swimming through a rapid that had just ensnared their friend in an unseen feature and despite initial orders from responding authorities. Thus is the camaraderie and commitment within the boating community; no other rescue personnel would have given the same concerted effort at such great risk to themselves. That a pulse and spontaneous respirations were restored following resuscitation is further testament to their efforts... Another 1.D Here in My Home Town & Rio Blanco KayakPucon - Is so good to have good friends whit you, when you go run a new river, kayaking is all about that, good friends, good river, good water level and "Run the real" for having fun. Freestyle Camps with Pringle Palm Blogs - With Daggers new Jitsu now available and Palm's great line up of kit a few of you might be interested in getting some freestyle coaching to help you get the most out of your new toys. Ivth Annual Upper Wind Festival OR Rafting Team - Timber lettin the local boaters know that they are indeed super cool but there are a few rules. Ape'S Basic Swift Water Rescue Course worldkayak blogs - Whitewater enthusiasts participate in hazardous activities in wilderness environments. Are you prepared to rescue yourself or your best paddling friend? APE's & TEHCC Beginner Whitwater Kayak Course worldkayak blogs - If you've ever thought how much fun it would be to learn how to kayak now's your chance!! The Beginner Whitewater Kayak Course, sponsored by the Appalachian Paddling Enthusiasts (APEs) and the Tennessee Eastman Hiking and Canoeing Club, will be held July 14th and 15th in the Tri-Cities area. Canoecopia Debriefing The Lake is the Boss - This is a bit belated due to a bidness trip to Louisville, Looavull, Lewisville, Luhvul, pick your pronunciation, but a few days of reflection can help clarify thoughts and observations. Kai Lenny and Casper Steinfath Victorious At The Aragas Magallanes Paddle Challenge Naish - The Aragas Magallanes Paddle Challenge played host this weekend to a fiercely competitive race between some of the world's best paddlers on Lake Grey, in the Torres del Paine National Park in Chile. Memorial Weekend Family Paddle worldkayak blogs - Families Paddle Too! is a "Weekend of Rivers" for recreational paddling club families with youth and teens from the Southeast US. Navigate with Something More Than Google Maps Kayak Yak - Now that anyone with a computer is "living at the Library" it's easy as pie to get maps and charts for pretty much anywhere. Well, maybe not easy as pie, but do-able. Silly Sammy Seal Snapped in Sound of Arisaig Sunset Splendor At Samalaman SeaKayakPhoto.com - We were just about to land at Samalaman when the sky seemed to turn to fire. The Reign ... Level Six Paddling Jacket Level 6 - The REGIN is the top style in the LEVEL SIX paddling jackets range, with high quality in fabrics and manufacturing, paired with various unique comfort and safety features. Fabric is a tri-laminate breathing multi-layer with good consistency.

Featured White Salmon River Recognized as Top Destination - New York Times lists White Salmon River #13 among 46 major places to visit world-wide, with Wet Planet as the outfitter of choice!

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