Archive for 'Kayaking' Category
Oct 30th, 2009 by Robert |
There are on occasion windy days here in Tampa, Florida. Great for kiteboarders and surfers, but not so great for sea kayakers and boaters. Nevertheless, it doesn’t mean you can’t still get out and dip a blade. You can head for inland rivers and waterways where the wind is actually your friend. I don’t know [...]
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Jul 23rd, 2009 by Robert |
Whenever my wife and I go sea kayaking around the state of Florida, we often joke about “going down for the death roll.” It is a sick joke, but it seems to slightly alleviate the stress of being surrounded by an absurd amount of highly skilled killers. I just hope I never see this view [...]
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Jul 6th, 2009 by Robert |
American + Whitewater: What is there not to love? I am proud to say that I have been a member of American Whitewater (AW) for almost 15 years. Even when I was in college, waiting tables and taking student loans, I found a way to mail my membership check. I don’t share this to convey [...]
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Feb 11th, 2009 by Robert |
There are certain people who are absolutely fanatical when it comes to their fascinations with dolphins. I call these special treats, Porpoise People. And trust me, these unique individuals are by no means exclusive to beach communities. I can’t tell you how many times I have been driving through some little poedunk mountain town, East [...]
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Dec 31st, 2008 by Robert |
This is a great video from Brad Ludden and the First Descents crew illustrating how kayaking is serving as a source of empowerment for people afflicted with cancer. Technorati Tags: brad ludden,kayaking,cancer,treatment,first descents
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Jul 1st, 2008 by Robert |
It is amusing how we humans tend to diminish the intensity of an animal’s true power in order to feel we are at one with them. Snuggly little stuffed bears, ball bouncing killer whales, and the basis for much of what is Disney attempt to break down the barriers between hand and claw. Aren’t they [...]
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Jun 26th, 2008 by Robert |
“I wouldn’t paddle out there.” That is what the guy who worked at the kayak rental shop told me when I asked about sea kayaking to Egmont Key State Park. Why, I asked? “Full moon, out-going tide; it’s like Niagra Falls out there right now,” he said. Well, I certainly do not want to get [...]
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Jun 10th, 2008 by Robert |
When I happened upon an article on CNN.com titled, “Florida’s Caladesi Island named nation’s best beach,” and subsequently realized that it was not but a few miles from Tampa, Florida, I figured I better go check it out. I mean, if “Dr. Beach” says its cool then it must be cool, right? Stephen P. Leatherman, [...]
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May 20th, 2008 by Robert |
If you are going to go sea kayaking in Tampa, Florida you better bring lots of gas, a big outboard engine, and your racing stripes. We take sea kayaking here seriously people! Personally, my paddle converts into numb chucks just in case I get pissed off, which is a lot. To get ready I generally [...]
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Mar 28th, 2008 by Robert |
Spring in Lake Tahoe is one of my favorite seasons. Snow still blankets the mountains of the Sierras, and the lower elevation rivers rise as the days grow longer and warmer. It is this time of year that I find myself having to make the difficult decision of skiing vs kayaking. As I prepare for [...]
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