Belgians Emerge Stronger From Difficult 2020 ~ Friends of the River

Playak Weekly Digest
The world's top paddling news in week 43, 2020.

News Watch Belgians Emerge Stronger From Difficult 2020 ICF - Canoe enthusiasts mapping the progress of Belgium's Hermien Peters and Lize Broekx would have nodded knowingly on Saturday after the duo stormed home to grab gold in the women's K2 500 at the ICF canoe sprint world cup in Szeged, Hungary. Friends of the River The American River - Friends of the River was founded in 1973 during the struggle to save the Stanislaus River from New Melones Dam. Following that campaign, we grew to become California's statewide river conservation organization. 103 National Wildlife Refuge Water Trails Now on the US National Rivers Project International Rafting Federation - Dozens of popular paddling destinations along National Wildlife Refuge Water Trails are now even more accessible online having been recently added to the National Rivers Project (NRP), an interactive map and online database which helps to identify, explore and plan river trips. The NRP now includes 18 National Wildlife Refuges and features 103 water trails and 50 access points managed by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). Fulham to Westminster, Kayaking London With the Thames Tides Canoe London - The first challenge for kayaking the tidal Thames is getting on the river. Public slipways are rare. Public slipways with nearby parking are even rarer. Eight Tips to Get You Started Paddling Palm Blogs - Paddlesports are a fantastic way to enjoy the outdoors from a unique perspective, to explore your local area from a different view, meet new people, and see the world. Guide Workshops on the Soca, Slovenia International Rafting Federation - With the IRF GTE starting to come to life again after all the various Covid-19 related issues, we ran guide workshops on the Soca, Slovenia. And workshops have been happening in Canada, Switzerland, Slovenia, UK and USA during September and October 2020. Surfing at the Bitches Tidal Race Anton Lippek - A 5am start to make it out to the surf on the tidal race at the Bitches in South Wales. This play spot is one of my favourite locations and gifts us some of the best standing waves that are a kyakers dream. 52 Years of Wild and Scenic Rivers American Rivers - Even in turbulent times, rivers are a constant. Their clean, free-flowing waters nourish our bodies, spirits and communities. Their lush habitats safeguard birds, fish and wildlife. They connect us to our history, to our future, to each other. Help Us Save Residential Outdoor Education #Saveoutdoored Palm Blogs - How many of us became paddlers at summer camp? Or found work at residential centers teaching outdoor activities? Our founder Andy Knight made his first Palm kayaks at Exmouth Youth Camp on the Devon coast. We recognize the importance of residential outdoor education for the paddlesport industry, and also personally, for the experiences that have shaped our lives. Fall 2020 Paddle Boarding Gear Guide SUP Connect - Seasons are a-changin' and the cooler weather and fall colors will be making their way to your oceans and waterways in no time. Here, we've put together a list of SUP gear, accessories, boards and all the must have's for everyone from a beginner to the advanced SUP'er for the 2020 Fall SUP season, so there's sure to be something in this guide for everyone. Pakayak Bluefin 14 Review Paddling Magazine - Until recently, a kayak's off-water stealth didn't factor into most paddlers' purchasing decisions. Aztron Nova 10'0 Paddle Board Review SUP International - From when we first unzipped the Nova's compact rucksack to our final session on the water, it was clear this was a premium product and we expected it would reasonably have a premium price tag to match. We had to check several sources to verify that the £349 all-in price was correct – this in an absolutely hoofing deal and anyone after a compact all-rounder with double-chamber safety and rigidity, smart tool-less fins and stylish design and branding should grab a Nova as soon as they find one in stock. Clean and Care for Your Inflatable SUP Board NRS SUP - Proper cleaning and maintenance will help prolong the life of your inflatable SUP board. Learn from the experts at NRS how to wash your board, protect it from sun damage and repair common valve problems. SUP Boarding Tips in Wind SUP Mag UK - We can move around the board and have a lot more adaption to our posture than other forms of paddling. The wind can be our friend and our foe as our bodies act like a huge sail but with the fine tuning and agility of a surfer we can use the board to carve and manoeuvre on the water features to be able to enjoy greater freedoms than other forms of traditional paddling. American Teenagers Steal the Show at Canoe Slalom Opener ICF - American teenagers Evy Leibfarth and Joshua Joseph stole the show on the opening day of the ICF canoe slalom world cup in Tacen, Slovenia, upstaging their more experienced rivals to post quickest times in their heats.

Factor Athletes with top online media coverage in October 1. Dane Jackson 2. Kai Lenny 3. Sean Poynter Videos AZTRON - 2021 ECLIPSE Soft Top Composite SUPs (aztronsports) APP Archive - 2013 Stand Up World Tour - Brazil (supzero) Sting Ray Hybrid Kayak Paddle - by Aqua Bound (Product Video) (AndrewStern) Soul Stick QueckStep snowboard binding (corran) Trolling Motor Shear Pins - Save Money!: Fishing Tackle Tips Upcoming Chattajack 31 Mile SUP/Kayak Race US, TN, Chattanooga, Oct 24 Lord of the Fork Race US, Russell Fork, Oct 24 Attainment Race #2, Paddle-the-Potomac Race Series US, MD, Potomac, Oct 31 Carolina Cup US,NC, , Nov 4 - Nov 8 Another Dam Race US, CA, Parker Dam, Nov 7

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Kayak Norway – From the Classics to Expeditions ~ Peace on the Salween

Playak Weekly Digest
The world's top paddling news in week 41, 2020.

News Watch Kayak Norway – From the Classics to Expeditions Jackson Kayak - Kayaking Norway – from the classics to expeditions I have almost spent two weeks in Norway this summer. It is such an epic place for whitewater kayaking. The Struggles of Being Deaf for Over 5 Months and How to Avoid It Jackson Kayak - I'm sure most of you have heard about surfer's ear and that you should wear earplugs when kayaking or doing any watersports for that matter. Fire and Water: Wildfire Preparedness Is Important for People and Rivers American Rivers - Oregon and California are having their worst wildfire seasons on record causing incredible devastation, tragic loss of life and measurable public health threats from smoke. Because of the most recent fires I have friends, family members, and colleagues who have lost their homes. As the fires still burn, we all must support grieving and dislocated communities and the firefighters risking their lives. Jackson Antix 2.0 at? Beaverfest? Jackson Kayak - -Submitted by Jason Smith The Smith family was lucky enough to meet up with the northeast JK sales rep, Rob, and borrow the Antix 2.0 for a run on the Beaver river in upstate NY. Historic Paddle Photo: Big Chief Thunder Loring Paddle Making - A photo from RubyLane.com illustrating Penobscot Chief, Peter Nicola (left) showcasing craftwork over an overturned bark canoe. Two paddles are prominently displayed. Fanatic Launches New Lineup for 2021: SUP, Foil, Windsurf & Wingfoil Standup Journal - Fanatic, no longer just associated with SUP & windsurfing, but now broadens their watersports exposure by adding foiling and wing foiling to their repertoire. This progressive brand just released a crashing wave of well designed new products for 2021. Consumers beware! What you're about to see is going to have you reaching for your wallet. IRF Judges at the 1st Ever World Virtual Youth Festival International Rafting Federation - The first ever world UTS Virtual Youth Festival encourages youth to showcase their unique talents and creativity, offering them a chance to shine bright during a difficult time. Over 60 organisations and federations have joined to participate and/or contribute towards this unique event which has been patronized by the International Olympic Committee, the International Paralympic Committee, Special Olympics, Sportaccord and GAISF. Urban Stand Up Paddle-Boarding, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania SUP Connect - You might ask what urban adventures are available to tour in the beautiful city of Pittsburgh? There is no better way to view the urban skyline than on a stand-up paddleboard. Maine Estate Paddles - New Haven Auctions Paddle Making - New Haven Auctions is hosting the Autumn Americana Sale on October 3, 2020 featuring items from the private collection of Jim and Nancy Glazer, of Bailey's Island, Maine. Peace on the Salween International Rivers - Nestled beside Asia's last free-flowing river, the Salween Peace Park in Myanmar's Karen State (officially called Kayin State) is protecting the rights of Indigenous Karen people to self-determination, cultural survival and environmental conservation. Like an Expedition P&H Paddlers - I never thought I'd be comparing Earnest Shackleton's famous advert to sitting at home on my sofa, yet here we are. I am locked down behind my keyboard in the times of a global pandemic. In a strange twist of fate, his recruitment to arguably the last great adventure in the golden age of exploration was posted just a few years before the previous global pandemic, the Spanish flu. France and Ukraine Show the Way in Szeged ICF - France and Ukraine picked up two gold medals each on the final day of competition at the ICF canoe sprint world cup in Szeged, Hungary, the only international competition to be held in 2020 because of the Covid pandemic. Outer Shoals SUP Adventer. Named Uncle Johns Atlantic Paddle Surfing - My buddies Byron, Harry, Alex and I boated 4-5 miles offshore in from of Tybee Island Ga. were we saw whitewater breaking off in the distance. As we arrived where the waves were breaking, I jumped on my SUP and paddled into several waves. Bear Safety Gear for Camping Paddling Magazine - Your best defense in bear country is your brain your knowledge and understanding of bears, writes Steve Herrero in his 2003 pioneering book, Bear Attacks. Their Causes and Avoidance. By keeping a clean camp, watching for bear sign, making noise while in the woods, traveling in a group and carrying bear spray as a last resort. The post Bear Safety Gear for Camping appeared first on Paddling Magazine. Salween Diversion Project Enters Troubled Waters International Rivers - Over the past few months, the Irrigation Department and the House Committee Review of Integrated River Basin Management have been heavily promoting an inter-basin water diversion scheme. Planned projects will divert water across Thailand, incorporating international river basins, including the Mekong and Salween, to address "water shortages" in Thailand.

Factor Athletes with top online media coverage in October 1. Sean Poynter 2. Robby Naish 3. Dane Jackson Videos Montreal Summer surfing (corran) AZTRON - 2021 New Collection (aztronsports) APP Archive - 2013 Patagonia SUP Expedition (supzero) Top Tips for Kayak Fishing on Flowing Rivers (The Heliconia Press) IRF Euro Cup - Ibar, Serbia 2020 (InternationalRaftingFederation) Upcoming Lumpy Waters US, OR, , Oct 9 - Oct 11 West Penn Trail Triathlon US, PA, , Oct 10 Chattajack 31 Mile SUP/Kayak Race US, TN, Chattanooga, Oct 24 Lord of the Fork Race US, Russell Fork, Oct 24

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