Wesley’s 2020 Rain Gauge Report ~ Dale Hollow Day Dreams

Playak News Flash - January 31, 2021
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Wesley's 2020 Rain Gauge Report Jackson Kayak - These spread sheets are data from my rain gauge I have installed at my house in Elizabethton, TN. It's a true nerdy rain gauge measuring precipitation to the nearest 1/100th of an inch. 2020 has been an ordeal in many ways for may of us. Dale Hollow Day Dreams Jackson Kayak - This story starts with a trip to the Jackson Kayak Factory back in October of 2019. My buddy Jason Cassetty and I drove down to pick up a Bite Angler but on the way home we found ourselves standing on the shores of Dale Hollow Lake. 5 Tips and Tricks to Extend Your Kayaking Sessions Through Cold Weather Jackson Kayak - If you know me then you know I am a fan of kayaking any time I can get on the water. It doesn't matter the season or weather, if there's water I am there. ICF Mourns Passing of Joao Tomasini Schwertner ICF - The International Canoe Federation is mourning the passing of long time board member and passionate canoe sports advocate, Joao Tomasini Schwertner, who died on Sunday in Brazil following complications of Covid-19. Pau Hana Solo SUP: The World's First 'Hikeable' Inflatable SUP Standup Journal - Pau Hana Surf Supply launches the World's First 'Hikeable' Paddleboard with Solo SUP. Now, alpine lakes or hard-to-access bodies of water are eminently attainable when you have the Solo SUP by Pau Hana Surf Supply, the world's first 'hikeable' paddleboard, designed specifically for outdoor adventures, backcountry hikers, fly fishing and bike packing. How to Fall Off Your Stand Up Paddle Board and Get Back On TotalSUP - In this short video, SUP instructor, Instructor trainer and SIC ambassador Anna Levesque, is going to teach you how to fall off your board and how to get back on.  The Fear of Falling Off your SUP board The fear of falling off can sometimes hold us back from having fun. Best Places to Paddleboard in the United States – Connecticut 2021 supboardguide.com - The 3.4-mile-long Mystic River is one of the go-to spots for paddleboarding for those visiting Connecticut, with a little bit of something to offer everyone who visits. Those who enjoy checking out older American historical sites will enjoy the old manufacturing and shipbuilding firms that remain in Mystic, Groton, and Stonington. You can step onto the shore or view the Mystic Seaport Maritime Museum from the outside, or look around to spot the Herons, Ospreys, and Egrets that live in the area. SUP Hike in the Swan Mountains red paddle co - To say I have a propensity for ill-advised back-breaking adventures would be an understatement. Some may call it a gift, others may call it a sickness, but I extract great joy from planning expeditions that are out of the box so to speak. I've been a lifestyle and adventure photographer based out of Montana now for the last 15 years. NSP DC Elements Surf SUP Overview SUP World Mag - Take a look at the new NSP DC Elements Surf SUP, presented by Ty Judson. ICAST Confirms in-Person July 2021 Trade Show Paddling Magazine - Alexandria, VA – January 27, 2021 – This year marks the 64th consecutive recreational fishing trade show produced by the American Sportfishing Association (ASA) for its members and the recreational fishing industry. Starboard 2021 Touring Range SUP World Mag - Check the brand new Touring boards by Starboard for 2021! The 2021 Touring paddle board boasts exceptional glide from a hull based on the world champion All Star design. Aniol Serrasolses Joins Kokatat Paddling Magazine - One of the most accomplished paddlers of our time, Aniol Serrasolses of Spain, has joined Team Kokatat. How To: Install Your SUP Fin SUP World Mag - Isle takes us through a detailed tutorial for fin installation. A correctly installed fin is essential for proper maneuvering and handling of your board and ensures maximum fun on the water. Tonic Mag Is Looking for a Brand Manager SUP Tonic - Do you enjoy talking to people, building relationships, and are you self motivated to succeed? GoFoil/Kalama Performance Maliko Run Prone DownWind Foil SUP Tonic - Is downwind foiling going to move away from SUPs to prone paddling? Dave Kalama & Tomo Murabayashi certainly think so, have a look at their new paddling method to catch rolling swell.

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ICF Pays Tribute to Iulian Serban ~ Why the Fly | Kayak Fishing

Playak News Flash - January 25, 2021
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ICF Pays Tribute to Iulian Serban ICF - The International Canoe Federation has paid tribute to Romanian paracanoe athlete, Iulian Serban, who has passed away at the age of 35. Why the Fly | Kayak Fishing Jackson Kayak - Why the Fly | Kayak Fishing With evidence of being around for hundreds of years, used in both freshwater and salt water environments, fly fishing has an appeal for almost anyone. Flicking flies can be accomplished from the shoreline, waist deep in a stream, from any kind of water craft including the kayak. The West Fork of the Little River, AL Down Hill Kayaking - In an area packed with so much great whitewater, it is no surprise that the relatively tame West Fork of the Little River is often overlooked. There is a handful of local paddlers who frequent this run during the winter and spring, but beyond those in close proximity, it is largely unknown. Dale Hollow Day Dreams Jackson Kayak - This story starts with a trip to the Jackson Kayak Factory back in October of 2019. My buddy Jason Cassetty and I drove down to pick up a Bite Angler but on the way home we found ourselves standing on the shores of Dale Hollow Lake. A Practical Guide to Sustainability for Rafters International Rafting Federation - There's a lot of talk about climate change and climate action – but what does it mean in practical terms for rafters? Our Most-Read Blogs of 2020 American Rivers - As we wave farewell to 2020, our minds are set on the future, and promise of a new year. But to know where we're going, we must first look back at where we've been in this unforgettable year. Here's what the year meant for rivers and clean water across the country, as seen through the lens of our most popular blogs. 2021 PaddlingLight Update PaddlingLight - This is an annual housekeeping post to inform loyal readers, subscribers and readers who get notifications about the 2021 plan for PaddlingLight. Winter Kayaking Jackson Kayak - I found winter kayaking healthy, beautiful and fun in many ways. I want to share why I find it inspiring and how to start. Maybe this winter is the moment as travelling to the sun is not as easy as usual. Ontario Parks Closes Frontcountry and Backcountry Camping During Lockdown Traversing - Ontario Parks announced today that as of January 21st, 2021 that they will be closing all campgrounds, backcountry campsites, roofed accommodations. Badfish's 10 Ways to Get Stoked for the 2021 Season Badfish SUP - Let's face it, 2020 was a class V year, making it to the end still standing has felt somewhat impossible. But 2021 is just around the corner and while the future remains uncertainty we want you to go into it feeling strong! Here are our TOP 10 things to help you get ready and excited for the 2021 paddling season. 2021 Paddlesport Paddler's Guide SUP World Mag - Welcome to the 2021 The Paddlesports Show/Kayak Session Magazine Paddler's Guide Free Download page. You have the option to either check the 2021 Paddler's Guide online, or download it. Best Wetsuits and Drysuits for Paddleboarding supboardguide.com - Staying warm is a very important aspect when it comes to planning your paddleboarding adventure. Paddling in the ocean, paddling at a high elevation, paddling during winter; there are plenty of reasons the water might be cold even when the sun is shining. While you might be an expert paddler and hope to avoid falling into the water, even the best paddlers in the world are eventually going to fall into the water when they don't want to or least expect it. Seeking Solace on the Sudbury Trash Paddler - The placid waters of the Sudbury River in Wayland MA seemed a good place for getting my mind off all the past week's disturbing news and images, while at the same time trying to process it all a contradiction I know. 2021 Ontario Backcountry Canoe Symposium Cancelled Traversing - I am sad to officially announce that this April's Ontario Backcountry Canoe Symposium is cancelled. This will probably come as no surprise to anyone. Given our current ongoing battle with Covid, it is just not reasonable to assume that we could put 400 people in a theatre 3 months from now. UN Report: Aging Dams Pose Growing Threat American Rivers - By 2050, most people on Earth will live downstream of tens of thousands of large dams built in the 20th century, many of them already operating at or beyond their design life, according to a UN University analysis.

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The Most Overlooked Essential Kayak Fishing Tip ~ Dale Hollow Day Dreams

Playak News Flash - January 16, 2021
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The Most Overlooked Essential Kayak Fishing Tip Jackson Kayak - There are a lot of great kayak fishing tips out there. The sport has grown so much that we have several influencers who are all at the top of the field and put out great content. I don't feel like they hit some of the really important stuff. The stuff that some would call boring. None of them really talk about kayak fishing safety. Can Wall Street Profit Off the Colorado River? American Rivers - The convergence of a multi-decadal, climate-fueled drought, a trillion-dollar river-dependent economy, and a region with growth aspirations that rival any place in the country has peaked speculative interest in owning and profiting from Colorado River water. ICF Announces Partnership With Paddle Board Expo ICF - The International Canoe Federation has announced a partnership with the 2021 Paddle-Board-Expo, to be held next year in Kassel, Germany. Dale Hollow Day Dreams Jackson Kayak - This story starts with a trip to the Jackson Kayak Factory back in October of 2019. My buddy Jason Cassetty and I drove down to pick up a Bite Angler but on the way home we found ourselves standing on the shores of Dale Hollow Lake. April Bass Fishing on Boyd Lake Jackson Kayak - Scott Brands takes you along on a day of fishing out of the BigRig FD. What Biden's Cabinet Appointments Mean for Rivers American Rivers - It's clear that addressing climate change and environmental justice will be at the forefront of his administration. The post What Biden's Cabinet appointments mean for rivers appeared first on American Rivers. SUP Highlights Range 2021 SUP Tonic - Even though the year 2020 was rather difficult, Fanatic managed to fit in some photoshoots to promote their 2021 range! Here's a nice roundup of their whole collection – from waves, racing, touring/exploring, foiling, whitewater or SUP Yoga – they have it all. Ocean Film Festival 2020 – Virtual British SUP Association - All aboard for ocean adventure! Experience an evening of astonishing marine life and incredible seafaring adventures from the comfort of your sofa this autumn. 2020 in Review Rod Swan - 2020 was a disaster of a year for many people all over the world, but thankfully here in North Queensland we can be very thankful although we had some restrictions we are very lucky to be living where we are. So this is a review of the year from our paddling prospective. Paddle Boarding on Makena Beach, Hawaii Isle Surf and SUP - From Stephen Lloyd at Saltshine Creative A saying I like to go by is, early to bed, early to rise. I'm one hell of a morning person (up like toast) in contrast to the stillness of the morning I quite enjoy.  World Virtual Youth Festival Closes on a High International Rafting Federation - As the world faced life changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic, United Through Sports joined forces with over 100 organizations in 2020 to promote inclusion, equality, non-discrimination and peace for and with the youth of the world through the World Virtual Youth Festival. Paddle Boarding for Pollution in North Cornwall SUP International - Paddle boarding for face mask litter and PPE pollution in north Cornwall. Our Most-Read Blogs of 2020 American Rivers - As we wave farewell to 2020, our minds are set on the future, and promise of a new year. But to know where we're going, we must first look back at where we've been in this unforgettable year. Here's what the year meant for rivers and clean water across the country, as seen through the lens of our most popular blogs. 2020- The Year That Was Mark Sundin - 2020 was one hell of a year. Here's a little grab of some of our favorite moments, the trips, the events, the weekly paddles, big water, flat water and everything in between, and most important, the people with whom we shared our adventures. Canadian Canoe Museum Confirms Viability of Johnson Park Traversing - The Canadian Canoe Museum recently announced a possible new location for the museum to move to however it hinged on initial assessments of the property. The property is located at 2077 Ashburnham Drive in Peterborough, Ontario and is owned by the City.

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