Exclusive Look: ‘River of Sorrow: Inheriting the Dolores River’

Playak News Flash - May 11, 2016
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News Watch Headlines Exclusive Look: 'River of Sorrow: Inheriting the Dolores River' Canoe Kayak - During the 1980's Dolores was a river runner's dream stretch although it didn't have the name recognition or the volume of the Colorado River, which it joins just upstream from Moab, Utah. But all of this has to be written in the past tense. After McPhee Dam closed its gates to serve the agricultural industry, the Dolores River has only risen to boatable flows a handful of times. Most of the year, it's an 80 cfs trickle that not only keeps paddlers away but has driven native fish species to the brink of local extinction. 5 Tips To Train Your Pup To SUP SUP Connect - Lots of people comment on how fun it must be to stand up paddle with my dog, Kharma, and it is! I have had the privilege of paddling with my cat, though he had a pretty specific personality and enjoyed being on the water and in it too! If you are animal lover like me and your best friend is furry, slobbery and has four legs and if you are wanting to share an amazing experience and avoid the longing, guilt-inducing looks as you load up the board and paddle away from the beach, keep reading! In Memory of Brisbane Paddler Nick McDonald SUPracer - Over the weekend, the South East Queensland SUP community had a paddle out for Nick McDonald , who tragically lost his life due to heart failure while down-winding on his beloved Moreton Bay two weeks ago. Look Back to Get More Waves PaddleWoo - We were blessed to have incredible surf this morning!  The South Pac is lighting up right now, and today it coincided with light winds and a higher tide. Water Management Plan for Alabama Rivers is the need the hour American Rivers - This year, on Rivers of Alabama Day no less, two of Alabama's rivers were named among America's Most Endangered Rivers® by American Rivers. The ACF River Basin is a nationally important water resource that is absolutely critical to the people and economies of Alabama, Florida and Georgia. Georgia and Florida have both developed comprehensive water management plans for their respective state waters. Alabama, on the other hand, is still in the planning process. We Are Excited Too. Next Certification Stop Is Annapolis PaddleFit - We are excited too. Next certification stop is Annapolis, the home of the Naval Academy. Limited spots available. 3 Slimming Sup Pilates Core Exercises To Make Your Abs Pop! Standup Journal - The weather is warmer, and your SUP is ready but perhaps your six-pack abs haven't quite showed up yet. Here's a quick Pilates-based workout I've put together to get them pop like an umbrella in a rainstorm! This workout consists of 3 exercises done in a circuit style. Dams, Drought and Disaster Along The Mekong River International Rivers - The dry months before the monsoon rains arrive are often tough for Cambodian fishermen and farmers. But with rivers drying up and drinking water running out, conditions have rarely been as bad as they are now. Indonesia- Swimming with Whale Sharks Kokatat - My heart raced, my face flushed with heat and I physically jumped in the water as I looked back into a piercing eye. It was a long few seconds until I realized I was worrying needlessly. Inside the Mind of a True Competitor – Jamie Mitchell Standup Journal - Jamie Mitchell might be the greatest waterman on the planet. He is the 10 Time Molokai Champion, a 32-mile open ocean race from Molokai to Oahu. He is currently a Big Wave surfer on the BWWT and earned a 4th Place Finish at the 2016 Eddie, a prestigious big wave contest named after the famed lifeguard. 3 Lessons you should learn from Jamie Mitchell. Now, listen to Jamie in his own words Kai Lenny Analyzes His Massive Barrel at Jaws SUP Magazine - By now we've all seen the incredible media that came out of Hawaii this past winter. From Sunset to Waimea Bay and anywhere in between, Hawaii was at its very best. Manca Notar Wins Slovenia Cup Starboard SUP - Congratulations to Starboard's New Team Rider Manca Notar for her win at the Slovenia Cup over the weekend. As a part of the biggest Nautical exhibition in Slovenia, the race was 6.5km long and the conditions were a bit choppy. Jess Leedy Vs. The Boy Extreme Sup 3 SUP Magazine - This past winter, California became a SUP surfer's dream. Massive swells lined up off the coast and delivered consistently plus-sized surf for weeks on end–all courtesy of a strong the boy. The Importance of Training Groups Distressed Mullet - This Wednesday, May 11, we are going to launch the Paddle Monster Paddle Training Community. Because you have signed up for updates, you get the first shot at the limited number of spots. Lenora Ghost Town Log of Ibi - The church is buried in wild vegetation, but the gate at the end of the sidewalk that led to the door can't help but make one think of the families and newlyweds that ventured into the world from this sanctuary. I asked my brother if he had been reading my blog.

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