29April2010
Posted by achianis under: events.
Have you heard? There’s a River Rally flowing right our way, and you’re invited to join in celebration of this treasured natural resource. Load up your gear, or just pack a lawn-chair, and honor the waters we all take pleasure in. It’s happening Saturday, May 1st at 1pm at Lake Tillery’s Swift Island boat access.
30August2009
Posted by Terry under: Uncategorized.
Properly packing a kayak or canoe will have the single largest impact as to how your boat behaves when on the open water. That’s right, putting that cooler of beer beside you will have detrimental impacts on the floating, steering and buoyancy of your craft. You don’t have to keep the ice chest too far from reach, however, but here we’ll tell you where to place it.
30August2009
Posted by Terry under: Uncategorized.
Canoeing and kayaking is one of the pleasure pastimes for Americans since the Inuit way up north began circling and gliding over arctic waters. As long as you’re in the water, it’s possible to smoothly glide from point A to Z without a lot of expended effort. However, once that canoe gets on land, gravity starts to take hold.
31May2009
Posted by Terry under: Uncategorized.
It’s almost the first day of summer—the temperatures lately would have you fooled that it was here already—and still there are plenty of us without our own canoe or kayak. I went to an outdoor store the other day asking about renting for a day: “We can drop it off anywhere for you. The cost is $50 bucks per day.” I thought: I should be able to buy a canoe or kayak for twice that for a whole summer of paddling. I left the store a bit dejected, knowing that another day would pass that I’d be waving to paddler-passerby, wishing I too could be gliding over the cool water, laughing at the landlubbers on the banks.
26May2009
Posted by Terry under: Uncategorized.
The spring is here and it seems that everywhere has gotten blasted with precip in one form or another. Whether the weather brought you snow, rain or hail, the waterways across the world are filled to the brink. If ever there was a time to buy, borrow or steal a canoe or kayak, this summer ‘tis the season. Alas, you admit you have no idea which one you’ll need, and if you’re a kayaking or canoeing virgin, then read on. Let the water be your guide and let us tell you how to get paddling.
21September2008
Posted by admin under: Uncategorized.
Choosing a paddle is a lot like choosing a weapon. Strange, yes but simply undeniable. This is no way to say that a paddle is a weapon, but this concept adds a certain importance to your selection. Choosing a paddle requires patience, knowledge and goals.
28August2008
Posted by admin under: Uncategorized.
To some, kayaking represents freedom like no other outdoor activity can. Whether you’ve been dreaming of kayaking for years or have a new found yearning, beginners may be surprised by the overwhelming possibilites. Readers seek relief; this guide to getting started will help you find your ideal kayak and get you on the water quickly and smoothly.
22March2008
Posted by admin under: Uncategorized.
Whether hitting the water in a canoe, rowboat, sailboat or powerboat, all craft operators should know the basics of boating safety to protect themselves, their passengers and other boaters. In 2007, the U.S. Coast Guard reported 685 deaths and more than $53.1 million in damages as a result of boating accidents. The top five contributing factors in accidents were operator inattention, reckless operation, passenger/skier behavior, excessive speed and alcohol use – all factors within the control of the boat operator.