Mining projects threaten Big Creek and the Middle Fork of the Salmon

Playak News Flash - September 20, 2015
The world's latest paddling headlines.

News Watch Headlines Mining projects threaten Big Creek and the Middle Fork of the Salmon Northwest Rafting Company - The American Independence Mines and Minerals (AIMMCO) has been given permission to do mining activity by the Forest Department in the Frank Church Wilderness premises at their Golden Hand site located within the headwaters of Big Creek, a tributary of the Middle Fork of the Salmon River. The region is very scenic, with mountain ranges and rivers that are free flowing very pristine and after this this may not be the case. Favorite Local Playwave/2016 Rockstar Jackson Kayak - The T wave is one of my favorite play spots and I was excited to get the 2016 Rockstar there to really get a good idea of what it can do. I wasn't disappointed at all. A boat that can be thrown around so easy, stall and pop so high is really what this design does. I love it and want a carbon one now. American Rivers and Partners Petition EPA to Control Stormwater American Rivers - Leaving no stone unturned, or more accurately no significant stormwater source uncontrolled, American Rivers, the Natural Resources Defense Council and Clean Air Council petitioned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to ensure control of significant sources of pollution that contribute to costly local clean-up efforts and are not already adequately addressed by urban stormwater programs. Five Questions With Dan Gavere Rapid Magazine Blog - A former world freestyle kayak champ, Dan Gavere put SUP on the radar of whitewater enthusiasts in 2012 after attempting the first standup huck of Oregon's iconic Celestial Falls. Now, when he's not creating instructional SUP films, competing on the river, or in Thailand gear testing for Starboard, Gavere has a packed schedule that includes hosting some of the biggest whitewater SUP events, including the recent Payette River Games. River Safety Second in Line, Checks You'Re Fine SUP for the Soul - River surfing can be so much fun that it's easy to forget that we're playing in a potentially dangerous and unforgiving environment. Maybe you're chatting with friends in the eddy, watching a pro shred the wave, or just zoning out in any case, it's easy to forget to watch out for your fellow surfers. "Pushing Rubber Downhill" by Adam Piggott International Rafting Federation - Adam Piggott's life changed after he became a river guide, before that he was aimless in life. He writes his experience on a book "Pushing Rubber Downhill" , how adventure has let him come out of his comfort zone. There is an interview here with this author and river guide here, have fun reading it… Astral Hiyak Exploring Elements - The Astral Hiyak is the new king of water sports booties! This extremely durable, lightweight and low profile water shoe is ready for whatever adventure you can throw at them. Finding a quality water sports shoe that provides traction on wet rocks, holds up to the abuses of creek kayaking and allows my size 13 feet to fit, and have some resemblance of comfort, into small whitewater kayaks is an extremely tall order. Casper Steinfath Sup Surfing Norway SUP Magazine - Vikings, windmills and delicious pastries all come to mind when thinking about Denmark. But Standup World Tour competitor Casper Steinfath has other ideas. Ideas that are very, very cold. Steinfath enjoys spending most of his time surfing the frigid waves of Cold Hawaii on his SUP. Dolores River Flows awarded permanant Protection! Am. Whitewater - This week, the Colorado Water Conservation Board voted unanimously to seek an In-stream Flow water right on the Lower Dolores River, securing up to 900 cfs of water during spring peak flows, as well as essential winter base flows of 100 cfs. This water right will help prevent three native warm-water fish in the Dolores River from becoming threatened or endangered species. Top 4 Most Fun Booths at Surf Expo 2015 Boarders Magazine - As one year comes to an end, we often wonder what the future holds. Surf Expo's 2015 answered that question. Hundreds clothing designers, apparel shops, board shapers, retailers and wholesalers gathered to show off their new product lines and scope out their competition. Hard Corps Race Series Water Warrior Amphibious Assault Recap SUP Magazine - Alison Riddle and Rodney Ellis took top honors (and round trip tickets to Tahiti) Saturday as the Air Tahiti Nui Waterman World Tour kicked off its inaugural event at Camp Pendleton in Southern California. Building on his widely successful Waterman Tahiti Tour, event creator Stephan Lambert brought his team of Tahitian athletes to show their skills and to compete against some of California's best ocean athletes during the Hard Corps Race Series Water Warrior Amphibious Assault. Tips on Choosing The Optimal Destination for Any Paddling Vacation NRS Duct Tape Diaries - After many years of adulthood and itinerant kayaking, my wife returned to school last year. Amidst the lifestyle changes and turmoil of registering for classes, buying books, adjusting to a new schedule, and the return of homework to her life, there surfaced one bright point: Our Spirits Rose with The Sun and The Wind. SeaKayakPhoto.com - After a comfortable night's camp we rose before dawn to find clouds of midges swarming round the tent vents. Once down on the beach a gentle NW wind was just enough to keep the worst of the midges at bay.  We quickly brewed some warming tea and...  ...porridge but despite it being the height of the Scottish "summer" it was bitterly cold.  Fortunately as the sun rose so did the Starboard Apparel Enters into the SUP Suit Market SUP Examiner - Starboard Apparel is proud to announce the release of the All Star SUP Suit, a brand that is part of the ongoing evolution of modern day water-sports as pioneers and innovators. Developed with the most advanced ultra flex technology on the market, this suit is set to change the way people paddle in cold water climates. Slam The Kan 10 Brittany Parker - I've experienced a love for these people that floods me with so much happiness the only thing I can ever think to say is this is amazing/awesome and I love it here. Not the most eloquent choice of words for someone who claims to be a writer.

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