C&K Wins National Media Award ~ A Summer Without Work

Playak News Flash - November 15, 2018
The world's latest paddling headlines.

C&K Wins National Media Award Canoe Kayak - Canoe & Kayak claims 2018 FOLIO Eddie Award in Column/Blog category for a controversial op-ed on public lands protection; earns Honorable Mention nod in Analysis for story on the lure of Amazon paddling expeditions. A Summer Without Work Jackson Kayak - To some, a summer without work sounds normal. To others, a summer without work sounds impossible. To me, it was the light at the end of a long and dark tunnel. Paddling's Essential Element SUP Examiner - Exploring the critical component of balance I am 52 years old. Ok, I've said it. My two teenage sons tell me that I'm really old and they could be right. Voices for Wild and Scenic: Curtis England Canoe Kayak - Paddling guide and river activist Curtis England, instrumental in the petition to protect the Southeast's Nolichucky River Gorge, highlights the next installment in a four-part profile series of paddlers protecting and speaking for our Wild and Scenic rivers. Charity Navigator Awards American Whitewater Ninth Consecutive 4-Star Rating Am. Whitewater - November 2018, Charity Navigator, America's largest and most-utilized independent evaluator of charities, announced that American Whitewater has earned its ninth consecutive 4-star rating. Receiving four out of a possible four stars indicates that American Whitewater adheres to good governance and other best practices that minimize the chance of unethical activities and consistently executes its mission in a fiscally responsible way. Garmin Spine Mount for Handheld Devices RAM Mounts - With the new Garmin spine mount from RAM® Mounts, make any Garmin handheld device featuring an integrated spine connection RAM® Compatible™ – it's as easy as slide, snap, and secure. 2018 Board of Directors Election Am. Whitewater - Each year American Whitewater's membership ratifies Board of Director members to serve three-year terms. These candidates volunteer to serve on the American Whitewater Board. Current American Whitewater members can cast their votes through Midnight Pacific Time, December 15th. NRS Ultimate Fishing Giveaway Kayak Angler - Kayak Angler and NRS have teamed up to give away this ultimate kayak fishing gear package.  First Light Deals: Fishing Bargains of the Week Canoe Kayak - The holidays are around the corner, so we wrapped up the best fishing bargains on the market. We've found a wide range of kayak fishing deals that are sure to find their-selves into your holiday purchasing considerations. Surfrider Launches United States and Oceans of America Campaign SUP Magazine - The Surfrider Foundation's new campaign aims to rally Americans to join the bipartisan fight to protect our oceans and coasts for the future. A River Trip that Changed the World American Rivers - When I first floated the idea of a river trip to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, it sounded a lot like the theme song to Gilligan's Island. SUP Surfing and Foiling in South Africa SUP Magazine - Benoit Carpentier took a SUP surfing trip to South Africa and scored perfect waves at Cape St Francis and paddled the crystal waters of Seal Point. California State Parks Shares Impacts From Camp, Hill and Woolsey Fires SUP Examiner - California State Parks closed a number of state parks as a result of the Camp, Hill and Woolsey fires. Seven Amazing Places in Europe for Kayaking SUP Examiner - Virtually every region in Europe has something to offer for paddlers and thrill seekers. SUP Surfing Session from Nosara, Costa Rica SUP Magazine - Standup paddlers score clean waves during this fun session from the SUP-friendly spot of Nosara, Costa Rica.

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