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Playak News Flash - January 27, 2018
Playak News Flash - January 27, 2018
The world's latest paddling headlines.
PaddlingLight Lake Nipigon Kayaking Trip Report
PaddlingLight - Lake Nipigon is a large lake directly above Lake Superior. We were familiar with the lake’s location, but information on it was difficult to obtain. The following trip was done in the fall season to enjoy rougher seas, cooler temperatures, and a bug-free experience.
Canoe Roots Paddle Trips and outdoor camping with kids to the wonders of wilderness
Canoe Roots - A boat load of toys and electronics is not the picture of family canoe tripping that outdoor enthusiast parents envision. We want our kids actively engaged in their surroundings, having fun while busily discovering the natural world that compels us to get out canoeing in the first place.
Mt. Hood H2O Whitewater Classic Runs in British Columbia - Notes
Mt. Hood H2O - What I have are some notes, as Oregonians may perceive things differently than a BC local.  I have gone up there a number of times over Labor Day weekend when the water is low, but the trip was still completely worth it.  Written for the weekend warrior, class IV-V boater type without a guide.
International Rafting Federation SVOČR Responds to the Activities of Mr. Barmaz of the Italian Rafting Federation
International Rafting Federation - Many members have recently been approached by Mr. Danilo Barmaz, President of the Italian Rafting Federation (an IRF member), with an invitation to abandon the IRF and join him in creating another international rafting federation.
International Rivers Brazil Shelves Plans for New Megadams to Reassess Strategy
International Rivers - Brazil has shelved plans to build more mammoth Amazon hydropower dams, and although the country is heavily reliant on electricity from dams it will reassess their costs and environmental impacts, a government official told Bloomberg Environment.
TotalSUP Announcement of board sizes for the ISA Worlds in Brazil, from the ISA
TotalSUP - Un-official reports of a decision with SUP racing has been made by Fernando Aguerre Robert Fasulo ISA President ISA Executive Director. Announcement of board size category for the ISA Worlds in Brazil...
Canoe Roots Creating a durable, protective shield for your canoe with application of Line-X
Canoe Roots - Although canoes can’t be made out of Line-X— or can they— this two-part polyurethane elastomer system combines two ingredients, hardener, and resin, directly before application to create the perfect mix of a durable, protective shield.
SUP Magazine Adventure Sports Network's web platform for outdoor sports and adventure community
SUP Magazine - TEN Sports & Entertainment group has launched Adventure Sports Network (ASN) website that is a digital media platform providing original content that caters to the ever‐growing outdoor/adventure sports and lifestyle community. Check it out, weather your a ocean surfer, hiker, outdoor camper, mountain snowboarder there would be something for you.
The Paddler ezine Ontario Paddling Adventures
The Paddler ezine - There is nothing more Canadian than paddling. Ontario is an Iroquoian word meaning land of shining waters and with over 400,000 lakes, rivers and heritage waterways in Ontario, we are connected by water.
Jackson Kayak Fitness exercises for better performance on water
Jackson Kayak - Exercise physiologist shows you exercises that can make you keep fit and recover from injuries and gain mobility. This would help improve your performance when your on river with your boat.
Sea Eagle Angler’s Rule #1: No Bananas! Just Sea Eagles!
Sea Eagle - “I guess you could say I’m hooked on inflatable watercraft when it comes to fishing and boating,” says Darren Lowe, 50 of Bunker Hill, WV.
Canoe Kayak A tribute to the life and slalom racing career of an American canoe legend
Canoe Kayak - On July 10, 2017, former slalom canoeist Adam Clawson passed away at the age of 44. A two-time U.S. Olympian and a 1991 World Championship silver medalist, Clawson is widely recognized as one of the greatest C-1 slalom paddlers to ever race for the United States. The following tribute to Clawson’s life and racing career...
Jackson Kayak Kayak Fishing in old times with less developed technology
Jackson Kayak - Kayak fishing was blasting off even 30 years back but things were different as those days there was less developed technology in terms of boats, baits, rods and other fishing accessories. However, things are so much development and improved today. Today's kayak angler's have the technological advantage.
The Pursuit Zone Backpacking Iceland With Larry Mishkar : TPZ 147
The Pursuit Zone - Larry Mishkar backpacked 400 miles across Iceland over 25 days.  He traveled from the southern shore to the northern coast on the volcano route and today he will share with you why Iceland might be the best place for your first international backpacking trip. 
SUP Magazine Winter Maliko Run With Jeremy Riggs
SUP Magazine - The downwind master scores perfect conditions for a whipping winter session on the Maliko Run.
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