World tour of films comes to Montana Nov 15, 2008
KALISPELL Mountains and the people who live in them, work in them, play in them, climb and ski and kayak in them are once again the central characters for the wildly popular Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour ... Skiing, biking, climbing, base jumping, kayaking ... In Kalispell, the 12 tickets are on sale at Sportsman Ski Haus, Montana Radio Cafe and Silver Moon Kayak Co. In Whitefish, vendors are Runner Up Sports and Sportsman Ski. (Missoulian, MT)
Paddlers battle rain, fog for race Nov 13, 2008
The competition, sponsored by California Canoe & Kayak, was broken down into three categories ... The competition brought a variety of open-paddle racers, from kayakers to outrigger canoes ... It s a great way to stay in shape, said Kenny Howell, of California Canoe & Kayak. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
Kayakers hone skills at Olympic Center Nov 13, 2008
Six Interscholastic League of Honolulu kayakers recently trained at the U.S. Olympic Training Center for canoe and kayak in Chula Vista, Calif. For four days at the Olympic facility, they practiced alongside kayakers from other states and worked out on the same land and water as the national team ... It's an opportunity that provides a bigger view of the sport and allows national coaches to identify potential kayakers to compete at national and international competitions. (Honolulu Advertiser)
South Africa, air/6 nights, from $1,999 Nov 12, 2008
Why it's a deal: According to a recent Kayak search, the lowest multicity airfare for New YorkJohannesburgCape TownJohannesburgHoedspruitJohannesburgNew York is $1,933, including taxes, for travel in early to mid-December (multiple carriers). For an additional $666, the SAA Vacations package covers international and local airfare as well as six nights' accommodations, all ground transportation, game drives, sightseeing, admission fees, the services of English speaking tour... (MSNBC -- Politics)
Ugandan highlights Nov 10, 2008
Whitewater rafting The river Nile, near Jinja, offers whitewater rafting, kayaking and river surfing that are on a par with the mighty Zambezi, but without the crowds ... Once you're hooked you can learn to kayak and plot your own route, or even head down the river in a tandem kayak or on a riverboard. (iAfrica.com)
Florida Cities on TripAdvisor's 200... Nov 8, 2008
This beach community on Florida s Southwest Gulf coast sits on Lemon Bay and embraces nature with its accessibility to Blueway Trails for paddling a kayak, bird watching, fishing, and five beaches. Sea treasures in the form of fossilized shark s teeth are found on Manasota Key at Stump Pass State Park. (Suite101.com)
POWAY: Man hopes for a cure Nov 8, 2008
Items to be raffled include a kayak, salon treatments, a ride in a firetruck, math tutoring, fishing trips, teeth-whitening treatments, wine, chocolate and many other items. To buy a ticket or donate an item for the raffle, stop by the Hair Zone, 12845 Poway Road. (North County Times)
River runners bask in natures glory Nov 8, 2008
Clearly, fate was smiling upon the organizers of Saturday s Roanoke River Ramble 2008, which saw kayak and canoe enthusiasts from across the state make their way to River Falls Park in Weldon for a morning of scenic paddling along the upper Roanoke River ... As the multi-colored mass of kayaks and canoes rounded the first bend in the river, the waters deepened and the current picked up speed, sending many of the paddlers gliding ahead of the motorized safety boat patrolling the waters ... By... (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Apalachicola's natural appeal Nov 7, 2008
With only one stoplight and an environmental protection mandate that encompasses 85 percent of the landscape, the county of 12,000 year-round residents is not forgotten by those who find their way here to fish, bird-watch, kayak and canoe, hike, and dine on some of the world s finest oysters, harvested by the plump, succulent ton from Apalachicola Bay ... Kayaking on a tributary of the Apalachicola River ... St. George Island is a good spot for kayaking, fishing and dolphin encounters. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Primal Quest has enjoyed quick rise in popularity Nov 7, 2008
Racing against the clock, other teams and the forces of nature, teams must trek, climb, kayak, raft and mountain bike to successfully reach the finish line. History shows that the competitors must be in outstanding physical and mental condition to be able to continue on course for up to 10 days with little or no sleep, said Bill Davis, Primal Quest race manager. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Nicaragua's 'Golden Route' to the Caribbean, Rio San Juan Nov 6, 2008
River adventure, tarpon fishing, kayak, canoes, wild life refuge. www. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Farewell to the bridge of our youth Nov 2, 2008
The minute I saw it, I wished that I had taken my kayak down to the river in the morning and witnessed the bridge come down from the water's surface. A couple of folks were standing like sentinels on a slender sandbar in the center of the river. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Tuolumne project nearing completion Nov 2, 2008
The idea is to have access points on the river for people to put a canoe or kayak in the river in Modesto and float downstream. The vision includes the parks being developed along the Tuolumne in Modesto and Ceres, riverfront parcels in Waterford and efforts to restore salmon in the river. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Lodi-Tokay Rotary give up cars for bikes (2) Nov 2, 2008
Sierra Adventure Outfitters contributed a kayak adventure pass for one lucky drawing winner who will get the use of any kayak of his or her choice. Members of the club decided to carry on in the new presidential year and ridership now averages five to seven members walking, riding bikes or motor scooters of less than 200cc every Monday. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Web site tournament virtually a reality now Nov 2, 2008
Jacksonville's resident kayak guru and mad computer scientist is at it again. Mike Kogan is probably best known for creating and operating what's billed as the world's largest kayak fishing tournament, the Jacksonville Kayak Fishing Classic ... He's also the guy behind jaxkayakfishing. (Florida Times-Union)
Alaska cruise, 7 nights, from $999 Oct 31, 2008
In a recent Kayak search, we found these round-trip airfares in early May 2009: $179 from Portland (Alaska), $300 from San Diego (Delta), $335 from Fort Lauderdale (AirTran), $349 from Denver (Delta), $360 from Boston (Delta), $379 from New York City (American, Alaska), $380 from Detroit (AirTran), and $457 from St. Louis (American). Don't miss these Travel stories from msnbc. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Where the presidents go to get away Oct 31, 2008
Nowadays, visitors to the 2,800-acre park can kayak, roam FDRs preserved homestead and hike the Roosevelts favorite trails. More from ForbesTraveler. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Arts & Culture: Downtown Tampa rejuvenation Oct 30, 2008
Small, kiosk-type enterprises such as bicycle, canoe and kayak rentals and cafes could follow a restaurant built to overlook the river. A section of the Riverwalk development is planned to open not long after the park, said Dan Mahurin, who chairs the not-for-profit Friends of Riverwalk. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Rogers' homemade boat is a testament to his artistic skills Oct 27, 2008
I d like to design a catamaran and also a foot-propelled kayak that would allow me to keep my hands free for fishing, he said. Grant passed his hand along the boat s bow and added, You learn a lot about yourself when you undertake a job like this. (New Iberia, LA)
Safeguards keep priceless sanctuary protected Oct 26, 2008
Here the creek is narrow and winding, with alligators keeping close watch over kayak paddlers ... Rental canoes and kayaks are available at Cracker Creek and a tour boat also is available. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Money woes force rural Wash. store to close Oct 25, 2008
He figures his town sits just 2 1/2 hours from 15 million people who don't have the money to travel overseas and instead come to the lake, resulting in a "phenomenal summer" with plenty of boat, canoe and kayak rentals ... North Shore Trading Co. has sold high-end canoes, kayaks and other recreation equipment for about five years, but sales have flatlined the last couple of years. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Celebrate town's heritage with food, friends and fun Oct 24, 2008
The auction will include vacation excursions (one-week stay at Anna Maria Island beach house, two one-night stays at Renaissance Orlando Resort at SeaWorld), golf packages (Keene's Pointe Country Club, Orange County National Golf , West Orange Country Club), entertainment (tickets to Walt Disney World, SeaWorld, Cypress Garden; Aardvark Kayak of Florida, Florida Eco Safaris, Enzian Theater, Garden Theatre, Carter Family Bowl). And dining (Jack's Bar-B-Q, Panera Bread, Romano's Macaroni Grill,... (Winter Garden West Orange Times, FL)
Kayaker is addicted to speed, even on dry land Oct 23, 2008
The kayak racer loves speed on the road as well as on the water ... He's one of the best kayakers in the world ... The 26-year-old kayak racer loves speed on the road as well as on the water. (Globe and Mail)
Close Female Friendships Start With Reaching Out - 10/23/2008 Oct 23, 2008
What about learning to ski, kayak or rock climb with other women. Or a running group, hiking club or tennis league. (FOX23.com, OK)
Whitsunday best Oct 23, 2008
That and an occasional whoosh/plop as a speckled head breaks the surface and a large green turtle grabs a gulp of fresh air before swimming beneath our double kayak, its enormous carapace easily visible. There are no resorts, no houses, no tour boats, no sailing boats, not even any fellow kayakers ... It might be a picnic on the fine, white powder of Whitehaven Beach followed by snorkelling at Chalkies Beach or zipping over to Cow and Calf islands, where we kayak in sheltered lagoons to look for... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Cancn air/resort, 3 nights, from $425 Oct 22, 2008
Why it's a deal: The lowest round-trip airfare between Orlando and Cancn starts at $297, including taxes, for travel in mid-November (multiple carriers), according to a recent Kayak search. In comparison, this package from Spirit turns out to be a great deal: It covers airfare as well as a three-night hotel stay, all meals and beverages, airport-hotel transfers, some activities, and all airport and hotel taxes, for an additional $322 per person ($619 total). (MSNBC -- Politics)
The wild and scenicThe Patagonia Film Festival will show eight movies with environmental ideas Oct 22, 2008
Their initial mission was simple to kayak some of the best whitewater in the Americas. But they soon made it about navigating the longest-ever petroleum-free road trip, as well. (Wood River Journal, ID)
Nova Scotia golf/hotel deals, from $170 Oct 21, 2008
In a recent Kayak search, we found the following round-trip airfares in late October: $552 from Denver (Northwest), $560 from Charlotte (Continental) and San Francisco (United), $619 from Miami (Continental), $642 from Boston (Delta), $659 from New York City (Air Canada), $668 from Chicago (United), and $770 from Portland (Alaska/United). Remember that U.S. citizens now need a valid passport to visit Canada. (MSNBC -- Politics)
RLFF's big grant creates big waves Oct 20, 2008
It includes the American Sportfishing Association, Berkley Conservation Institute, Coastside Fishing Club, International Fish and Game Association, Kayak Fishing Association of California, National Marine Manufacturers Association, Northern California Kayak Anglers, Southern California Marine Association and the Sportfishing Association of California. Raftican confirmed this week that he accepted the $200,000 grant from the RLFF. He said he has taken much more money from them over the years in... (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Fall is looking golden in Maine's Kennebunks Oct 19, 2008
Work it off with a late afternoon or sunset kayak paddle with Cape Able Bike Shop's guided Port Paddle tours (207-967-4382, ) or indulge a little at Cottage Breeze Day Spa (31 Western Ave./Route 9, Lower Village, 207-967-2259, ). Or catch the waning light in Cape Porpoise, with visits to the Wright Gallery (5 Pier Road, 207-967-5053, ) and Bradbury Brothers Market (167 Main St./Route 9, 207-967-3939, ), which has been serving the community since 1934. (Boston Globe)
VIDEO: Couple streams life back into Reservoir Oct 18, 2008
A kayak cuts through the still waters of the Norton Reservoir. The Norton Kayak Company is currently offering kayak tours of the 530-acre reservoir ... Lennon, along with his wife, Liz and their newly spawned business venture, Norton Kayak Company, Lennon hopes to be a part of the reservoir s new life. (Easton Journal, MA)
EPSBA announces Scenic Celebration Winners Oct 15, 2008
Sierra Nevada Adventure Company (Kayak rental). Dan Sehnert, Williams, CA Ironstone Wines (case of assorted wine). (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
A holiday... in Zim? Oct 15, 2008
Or you could do a tandem kayak trip on those same rapids, or even try your hand at river-boarding not for wimps, as you negotiate those big and gnarly rapids on a boogie board. Then there is the bungy jump. (iAfrica.com)
Lodge proposal wins zoning OK from Floyd County supervisors Oct 15, 2008
The lodge would cater to canoe and kayak enthusiasts during the summer and snowmobilers in the winter. This is a great project for Floyd County, said Connie Parson, a Realtor working with Winterink. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Busting the myths of group travel Oct 14, 2008
Travel is not a spectator sport, so try some local activities - hire a mountain bike, go for a swim or a kayak or watch a game of football ... On tours to Cape Leveque, travellers are given the opportunity to tailor their own experience to their particular interests, whether it's snorkelling, walking, fishing or kayaking. (The Age, Australia -- Opinion)
Cooler weather brings changes to outdoor activities Oct 13, 2008
That's understandable with all the competing events like school and football season, but it's a great time to be out, especially in a canoe or kayak. Paddling in the cooler weather is much more pleasant, and reduced powerboat traffic means less wake to bounce you around. (Florida Times-Union)
Outstanding outdoors Oct 12, 2008
Being tossed about the McKenzie and coastal sand dunes, riding waves in a sea kayak, and running along Pre's Trail changed my thinking ... For a less harrowing view of the dunes and coastal wildlife, I rent a sea kayak and paddle down the Siuslaw River toward the Pacific ... I agree with guide Andy Small, who says kayaking allows "a more personal intimate outdoor experience," with seals and marine birds practically within reach. (Boston Globe)
Top 10 fun fall foliage adventures Oct 11, 2008
Take a leisurely autumnal paddle on the scenic Saco River with a fall-foliage kayak or canoe trip from Saco Bound. This pristine New Hampshire waterway courses through some of New Englands more scenic autumnal forests and farmlands (including some in Maine), and boats are available for hire through mid-October the height of the spectacular foliage display. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Gear up: Foldable kayak frees up space Oct 10, 2008
MCT Photo The Citibot Kayak from Folbot is a foldable kayak ... Kayaking is sort of a universal activity it can be enjoyed in the city, suburbs or countryside ... All that is required is a kayak, paddle and a decent body of water. (Montana Standard, MT)
Warisno: Sharing his love of boating Oct 10, 2008
At the 2008 POPDA, which was held in Bandung, Warisno's students garnered five golds, two silvers and one bronze medal across the kayak, canoe and rowing events. Due to his success in boosting the name of Purwakarta, the regional government decided to award Warisno. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Georgetown news in brief Oct 10, 2008
The raffle items are: a 2008 Red Glide kayak manufactured by Emotion. It is a 9 foot by 10 foot polyethylene kayak; a Toro Power Max 828 LXE 8hp snow thrower with a 28 foot cleaning width. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Threepeat: Mills claims third Coosa River Challenge crown Oct 8, 2008
We both like to kayak, said Max ... From there participants still in running gear and a lifevest had to swim against the current back to the boat landing to get a kayak ... Once back on land, racers grabbed a kayak for a paddle to Little Beaver Island and then through the Moccasin Gap rapids before stopping for an archery challenge sponsored by Outdoor Women Unlimited. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
An escape artist in Hong Kong Oct 7, 2008
From tiny village harbors, there's ocean kayaking and sailing, trips to pristine mainland strands and crescent beaches on uninhabited dollops of land sprinkled in clear turquoise waters ... I'd contacted Paul Etherington, a British expatriate who runs Kayak and Hike ... We selected the Black Mamba Full Day Trip, a powerboat-kayaking-snorkeling-lunch extravaganza, for $112 per person. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Family Time In Africa Oct 7, 2008
Kids 15 and older can raft the Zambezi's Class V rapids; plunge in a 330-foot bungy jump off the Victoria Falls Bridge, take a microlight or helicopter ride, river board below the falls or kayak above them. Too young to do the extreme adventures, Sofia and I were content to stare into the abyss of the falls, take dawn boat trips to seek wildlife and visit the school at the local village. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Boat launches suspended at Diamond Valley Oct 5, 2008
There was some good news for shoreline anglers and those who fish from a kayak or canoe ... And kayaks and canoes that meet the lake's guidelines will be permitted on the lake as long as the boarding docks are serviceable. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Oregon bureaucrat devoted career to restoring state's waterways Oct 5, 2008
In fact, if Roger Wood was on a boat or in the water anywhere, he was all smiles: kayaking, dragon boat paddling, scuba diving, rafting, canoeing, on a wooden sailboat, a powerboat ... He hoped to gets his abs back, then try kayak surfing. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Get Out Events, Hunting & Fishing Calendar (Today) Oct 5, 2008
Free kayaking on Lake Elizabeth, Allegheny Commons, North Side ... Weekends through October $5 student kayak rental at Kayak Pittsburgh, under Roberto Clemente Bridge, North Shore. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
VC Calhoun to celebrate first birthday Oct 5, 2008
Proceeds from the silent auction will be used to support local scholarships and items in the auction will include a sit-on-top kayak and guided kayak fishing trip, a Hunter s Delight package and a Calhoun Sandcrab Package. The party will be held in the auditorium at the Center and festivities will last from 5 to 7 p.m.. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
CSA sets guidelines for selling scrap Oct 4, 2008
To start, we have 1,000 feet of 66-inch pipeline, said manager Thomas Kakabar (Somerset Daily American, PA)
When all else fails ... you can rely on luck Oct 4, 2008
The map takes up the entire dashboard and could function well as a sail were we to tack it on a small kayak. After winding through what seems to be some of the roughest, most intertwined, mixed up roads in the county, we come upon a green Game and Fish Truck with dog kennel in the back. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Kayakers head out for trip on the river Oct 4, 2008
Kayaks of all shapes, sizes and colors were launched at the Wood Pawcatuck River Watershed headquarters last week on the Wood River as 22 people headed out on a short paddle upstream ... Dark clouds gave way to a brightening sky as paddles flashed and the wakes from kayaks melted into the current as the group headed out ... They call themselves beginning kayakers, though they have ventured to Sandy Point in Little Narragansett Bay. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Like Action and Adventure? Travel to Scotland Oct 4, 2008
Scotland is known in adventure circles as one of the best kayaking destinations on the planet. From your sea kayak, it's not uncommon to see wildlife such as eagles, puffins, fox, otter, seals, dolphins and Minke whales intermingled with cliffs and ancient castles ... Teams of four adults will have a chance to win an all-inclusive free trip to battle against one another in speedboats and dirt buggies, scale mountains, kayak and raft through rushing rapids and bike over the punishing terrain from... (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
More of this story Oct 4, 2008
Those interested in participating in this activity, but who have no canoe or kayak, may use one of the city's eight kayaks by on a first come, first served basis. Some experience in using sit-on-top kayaks is required ... Participants may use their own canoes or kayaks, as well. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Goodbye, summer Oct 3, 2008
Kayaker Marvin Owen got help from his friend Bob Cart for his 1,250-mile trip down the length of the Columbia River. Owen portaged around the Bonneville Dam, then dropped his kayak in at Beacon Rock to continue. (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
Kenya air/safari, from $2,899 Oct 3, 2008
Why it's a deal: According to a recent search on Kayak, round-trip fares between New York City and Nairobi, departing in mid-November, start at $1,400, including taxes (Northwest). For an additional $1,794, 2Afrika covers round-trip international airfare as well as six nights' hotel accommodations, most meals, all lodging and airport taxes, all local transfers, seven game drives, and the services of English-speaking local guides and drivers. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Marine reserve stakeholders begin to get notification Oct 3, 2008
W. Scott Dunn, an independent kayak guide and instructor. Paul Lebowitz of the Kayak Fishing Association of California ... W. Scott Dunn, independent kayak guide and instructor; Jonna Engel, Staff Ecologist, California Coastal Commission; Dr. John M. 'Jack' Engle, Associate Research Biologist, Marine Science Institute, University of California, Santa Barbara (alternate for Phyllis Grifman); Roy 'Buck' Everingham, Owner, Everingham Brothers Bait Company (alternate for Ciro Ferrigno). (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Man Swims 5 Hours At Sea After Kayak Cracks Oct 3, 2008
-- A lobster fisherman made quite a catch Tuesday night, rescuing a North County man whose kayak broke in half in the ocean. Police said , 45, was reported missing after going boating alone in a one-man Outrigger canoe. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Hard at work in White Pines Park Oct 3, 2008
Thanks to a donation of a kayak by Jill Seale from Sierra Nevada Adventure Company, a fundraiser raised money to put some new sand over the dirt. Thanks goes out to everyone who purchased tickets for the kayak drawing. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Around Town -- Find bargains at book sale Oct 3, 2008
Outdoor activities include hiking, backpacking, rock climbing, sailing and kayaking. Students hike in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, canoe on the Connecticut River or sail and kayak in Boston Harbor and Massachusetts Bay ... Outdoor activities include hiking, backpacking, rock climbing, sailing and kayaking. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Seattle's urban adventure is low cost Sep 25, 2008
If you re itching to get out in a boat, look to the Northwest Outdoor Center, , 206-281-9694, to put you on a kayak for just $13; the UW Waterfront Activities Center, 206-543-9433, for canoes and rowboats at just $7 ... Keep an eye out for special events: NOC offers sporadic Paddle Seattle kayak tours at sunset and moonrise, and the Center for Wooden Boats has free Sunday afternoon sails. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Chile's Remote Archipielago of Chil... Sep 25, 2008
Boat and sea kayak trips around the islands to visit Spanish forts and traditional fishing villages ... For the more adventurous there are sea kayak tours and homestays in farmhouses. (Suite101.com)
Palawan Island Sep 25, 2008
The resorts' activities coordinators occasionally jostled me awake to participate in guided adventures, including fishing, scuba and kayaking trips to nearby lagoons ... Eco-tourism in El Nido town can be as simple as renting a kayak and paddling out to sea ... I entered the El Nido Art Cafe and paid the equivalent of seven dollars for a half-day kayak rental. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Carmine Oliverio, an environmental specialist with the Department of Environmental Protection, makes a presentation to the Ichetucknee Springs Basin Working Group. Oliverio shows photos of overflowing waste oil drums at a Quality Repair shop on South Marion that is potentially polluting Alligator Lake. An investigation is under way. JASON MATTHEW WALKER/Lake City Reporter Sep 24, 2008
Campbell said it will be available in all the Florida state parks and in all the canoe and kayak liveries and similar venues. We have the final draft going out to all the partners for one last review and were opening the bids Tuesday on the printing, and we intend to have a finished product by the end of October, Campbell said. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Clean getaways around the country Sep 24, 2008
But the best way to travel is by kayak, so you can see the rugged landscape from the water and get up close and personal with the flying fish and sea lions. Descanso Beach Ocean Sports offers rentals and day tours for both first-time and experienced paddlers that take you to the base of 2,000-foot peaks, remote beaches, and bluffs studded with cherry trees. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Seattle on the cheap: Urban adventure awaits Sep 24, 2008
Look to the Northwest Outdoor Center to put you on a kayak for just $13 ... If you're itching to get out in a boat, look to the to put you on a kayak for just $13; the UW Waterfront Activities Center (206-543-9433) for canoes and rowboats, at just $7 ... Keep an eye out for special events: NOC offers sporadic Paddle Seattle kayak tours at sunset and moonrise, and the Center for Wooden Boats has free Sunday afternoon sails. (CNN -- Travel)
