The Organic Mulberry Farm, Laos Oct 30, 2009
Within the scenery, visitors can enjoy caving, kayaking, cycling and trekking for a fraction of the price of similarly breathtaking countries in Europe. But adventure sports are not the main attraction here. (Suite101.com)
Student Recreation Center plans renovations Oct 29, 2009
The Discovery Outdoor Center which offers adventure trips such as kayaking and backpacking is also located in the SRC. Registration is on a first-come-first-serve basis and those interested can sign up in the center's office, located on the first floor of the SRC. Page 1 of 2. Article Tools. (The Seahawk, NC)
Editorial: Buy a yearly pass to help river parkway Oct 28, 2009
This 5,000-acre natural asset stretching from the confluence with the Sacramento River to the Folsom Lake State Recreation Area supports jogging, hiking, bicycling, picnicking, birding, horseback riding, canoeing, kayaking, rafting, sailing and fishing. Increasingly, however, the county's budget crisis is taking a toll on basic security and maintenance. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
ms Rotterdam's 2010 Alaskan Explorer Cruises Highlight Hubbard Glacier Oct 28, 2009
In Alaska's capital of Juneau, guests can visit the Alaska State Museum or opt for an active adventure such as kayaking, rafting, whale-watching or flight-seeing over the Mendenhall Glacier. In Sitka guests can learn about Alaska's Russian heritage at onion-domed St. Michael's Cathedral, visit the renowned Raptor Center, or see otters, whales and seabird rookeries up close by day boat or kayak. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Answers target specific age groups Oct 27, 2009
Can western be defined as hiking, biking, climbing, kayaking, shopping, dining and appreciation for great wine. Western culture in Cody. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Sports for Non-Athletic Teenagers Oct 25, 2009
Canoing and Kayaking For outdoor enthusiasts, canoing and kayaking offer a great upper body workout ... The scouts may offer canoe or kayaking opportunities, as well, but a canoe and kayak club will have more regular time on the water ... Paired with Canoing or Kayaking, which are seasonal activities, swimming provides a winter activity and the chance to develop a useful skill should their canoe or kayak ever tip over. (Suite101.com)
Travel Mexico to Mazatlan Oct 25, 2009
Visitors can also partake in activities such as: fishing, kayaking, scuba diving, shopping, site seeing, surfing, swimming and of course sunning. A short kayak trip (about 20 minutes) to the small islands of Deer or Wolf Islands across from the Holiday Inn Sunspree is a worthwhile adventure for a hike, bird watching or a lazy picnic on the quiet beach. (Suite101.com)
Stirring up Big Bear Lake Oct 24, 2009
Rental company owners claim they provide a service that the marinas didn t focus on and as a result have turned the lake into a kayaking destination. Ron Cotta of Johnny s Ski Rental in Boulder Bay believes there is room for everyone. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
EBMUD approves Pardee expansion plan Oct 23, 2009
Of five possible Pardee expansion options, the largest would inundate nearly two miles of the Mokelumne, known as the Middle Bar Reach, a popular rafting, kayaking, fishing and picnicking area. The board voted to nix the largest option but kept four options on the table. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
New trail honors doctor Oct 22, 2009
Paul was a cardiologist with Pocatello Cardiology Associates and died in 2007 from a kayaking accident. He was a native of Poland. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Top ready-made autumn adventures Oct 22, 2009
Sea kayaking amid killer whales in British Columbia. Operator. (CNN)
Le Jardin makes a big splash in ILH kayaking Oct 22, 2009
It's a mix of experience, fun and familiar faces for the Le Jardin kayaking program ... There are no multiple divisions in ILH kayaking like other league sports ... Erwin started the kayaking program about six years ago, and it has been built gradually over the years. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Beacon Hill Roll Call: Legislature debates animal control laws Oct 20, 2009
RULES FOR KAYAKING (S 974) ... Opponents said that the bill goes too far and gives excessive power to the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife to set all kinds of rules about kayaking. (Needham Tab, MA)
Top Ten Things to do on the Gold Co... Oct 19, 2009
take a hot air balloon ride, go water skiiing, go-karting, kayaking or snorkelling; to name just a few (phew. of the adventure sports available to adrenalin junkies. (Suite101.com)
For Julie Mohs, all trails led back home to Cuyuna Country Oct 19, 2009
Mohs, a real estate lender with the Deerwood Bank in Deerwood, said the recreational area has great potential and is already a popular site for fishing, swimming kayaking, hiking and scuba diving. She said studies have supported the economic benefits that can be derived from popular recreation areas and she said that mountain biking enthusiasts tend to earn relatively high incomes. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Beacon Hill Roll Call: Senate rejects new dog fee system Oct 17, 2009
(A Yes" vote is for the amendment. A "No" vote is against the amendment). Sen. Anthony Galluccio No Sen. Anthony Petruccelli No Sen. Steven Tolman No RULES FOR KAYAKING (S 974) Senate 29-4, gave near final approval to and sent to the House a bill that would require any person aboard a kayak to wear a Coast Guard-approved personal flotation device (PFD). The measure also gives the state's Department of Fisheries and Wildlife the power to mandate that other safety equipment be aboard. Other... (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Story » Oct 17, 2009
"Like wildlife officers, the gender of some outdoor guides is changing, too. If you think the typical North Country guide is still a big, burly guy with a beard wearing a plaid shirt, think again. It may instead be a competent young woman.Such is the case with Jessie Hadley, owner and operator of , headquartered in Hessel, Mich. Hadley has been guiding for eight years in the Les Cheneaux Islands area, offering her clients kayaking, biking, hiking, birding, skiing, dog sledding, and snowshoeing... (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Dont sweat it! Top 10 (affordable) spas Oct 17, 2009
Best deal: For $259 a night through the end of November, the Red Rock Girlfriends Getaway includes all meals, daily hikes and classes, gym access, a massage, and an afternoon of guided kayaking or horseback riding. 877/246-4453. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Wineries Coming of Age in the Arizona Desert Oct 15, 2009
The area also allows for an itinerary of sipping wine before or after hiking or kayaking. Tina Gibson, of Phoenix, became such a big advocate of Arizona wines, that she and her family started their own tour, Arizona Grape Escapes. (Fox News)
Arizona wineries rise above desert climate Oct 15, 2009
The area also allows for an itinerary of sipping wine before or after hiking or kayaking. INTERACTIVE. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Makaha, the Undiscovered Jewel of O... Oct 15, 2009
Water sports like kayaking, snorkeling, diving and surfing are enjoyed there, in addition to hiking the scenic trail to Kaena Point, the westernmost part of the island. An ancient legend said that departing souls went to the afterlife from Kaena Point, and it is very special to the Hawaiian people. (Suite101.com)
Springing into Alaska: Plenty to do and see before the snow melts Oct 14, 2009
We sure were glad we weren't kayaking when the wind whipped at us as we hiked past early wildflowers near patches of snow that were a dirty gray with volcanic ash. The next day, our intrepid kayak guide, whose enthusiasm for nature is infectious, made us hot tea after a chilly night of camping and a cold boat ride and gave us big boots and warm gloves. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Stop and smell the thermals Oct 11, 2009
In addition to kayaking, fishing, and nature watching, Lassen is also an ideal place for moderately fit people looking to step up to big mountain hiking. Yes, you too can experience altitude sickness just like a world-class mountaineer. (Boston Globe)
10 top hideaways by the sea Oct 10, 2009
Horseback rides $52 U.S. for 90 minutes; sea kayaking $57. 20 U.S. for half-day. (CNN)
A tour of discovery: The Republic of Srpska Oct 9, 2009
The Vrbas River, which cuts through the heart of town, is known for excellent whitewater rafting and kayaking. A 16th-century castle overlooking the river is a popular venue for summer music and dance festivals. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Peak 2 Peak underway Oct 9, 2009
The summer program includes water skiing, kayaking, sailing, fishing and off-roading. Twenty-two cyclists and 18 support volunteers made the five-day trek this year. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
Florida park's a great spot for camping getaway Oct 8, 2009
The advanced search function also allows for a search of nearly 40 types of activities and outdoor recreation, from biking and bird watching to hunting and fishing, golfing and kayaking. Links to information about outdoor recreation, festivals and special events in each of the 50 states are provided along with helpful information for first time campers, such as "What to Pack" lists and recipes. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
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So when she was approached about competing in Primal Quest a 10-day adventure race covering 600 miles of biking, trekking, climbing, caving, kayaking, river boarding and more with the majority of the miles coming on the bike she couldn't refuse. So she joined a three other Stockton Bicycle Club members who were in need of a female rider for the coed race and headed to South Dakota in mid-August. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Avid paddler Frank Eichenlaub of Lincoln Township has two kayaks on top of his car, one for him and one for his wife. John Madill / H-P staff Oct 7, 2009
A retired couple with an outdoorsy streak, they picked up kayaking as a way to explore the waterways of Southwest Michigan. "As we drove across the St. Joseph River bridge, I looked down over the river and I said, 'We gotta get some kind of boat, with all the water around here,' " Eichenlaub said. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
Get a move on Oct 6, 2009
And there are scores of walks, hikes, runs, biking, kayaking and other opportunities to lure us out of our summer estivation. Whether you're into organized events or independent adventures, here are four ideas to inspire you to get moving. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Will he hold your purse? Oct 4, 2009
Must like long walks on beach at sunset, cats, they write, or French food, kayaking, travel. Or a perennial favorite: Looking for fishing buddy; must be good with bait. (Boston Globe)
Kayak adventure of a lifetime Oct 4, 2009
Well, here's a San Joaquin River story that hasn't gotten much attention - unless you're plugged into the expedition kayaking community. It's about four adventurers who took advantage of an unexpected release to complete a historic first descent of the river's South Fork. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
It’s plain sailing for Boy Scout Troop 45 Oct 2, 2009
Members of Maspeth Boy Scout Troop 45 are just steps away from receiving their water safety badges, thanks to Operation Paddle Smart, an eight-hour boat, canoeing and kayaking responsibility course hosted by the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary at the Old Mill Yacht Club in Howard Beach. It s early Saturday morning at the Old Mill Yacht Club in Howard Beach and, not surprisingly, the Boy Scouts from Troop 45 of Maspeth too young to have ever even sampled coffee are falling asleep at the... (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Mother has left lasting impression on kayaker Oct 2, 2009
Mid-Pacific's Kalei Kahookele has made a successful transition from canoe paddling to kayaking in the past year ... Kalei picked up kayaking last year, transitioning from outrigger paddling, and has quickly surged ahead locally and nationally ... They were successful in paddling, but saw the national and international opportunities available in kayaking. (Honolulu Advertiser)
New sports writer loves the outdoors Oct 2, 2009
Running, bicycling, lifting weights, playing basketball, hiking and kayaking are some of the activities enjoyed by the new sports writer. "You can follow William Campbell sports and other extracurricular opportunities that the students participate in by reading my articles each week! she said. Comments: Name: Email: (optional) Comments:Image Verification: (Case sensitive) nput type="text" id="usernumber" name="usernumber" title="Please enter the numbers from the image to the left" size="5" />... (Brookneal Union Star, VA)
Acton-based AccesSportAmerica brings athletics to disabled Sep 26, 2009
Acton-based AccesSportAmerica has been inspiring for nearly 15 years children and adults of all disabilities to achieve their bests through mostly fitness and non-traditional sports, including windsurfing, canoeing and kayaking. Thousands of athletes, including some Acton residents, participate annually in high-challenge programs, such as soccer and tennis, personal training and conditioning. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Travel Mexico Visiting Playa Del Ca... Sep 26, 2009
A multitude of activities are available to take part in seasonal festivals, nature treks, Mayan Ruin tours, sailing, kayaking, windurfing, fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, beach-combing and people watching. You can also take the ferry to nearby Cozumel for the day. (Suite101.com)
Ancient journey: Athlete follows Native American route by paddling, hiking ... Sep 26, 2009
Friday, September 25, 2009 1:21 PM EDT Holland resident Brian Stauffer spent five days kayaking, hiking and biking miles of rivers and trails in Northern Michigan ... Stauffer completed a five-day kayaking/backpacking trip Aug. 31-Sept. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Colonie's reservoir on block for $8.7M Sep 23, 2009
The regulations do not allow hiking, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, row boating, fishing or swimming there. Mahan said those restrictions were put in place years ago by the town. (Albany Times Union)
Luxury Personally Defined Sep 22, 2009
On trend with eco-sports and back-to-nature pastimes like hiking Mount Norman or kayaking in Beaumont Marine Park, will keep you busy, but this is also a great place to do nothing. The busy marina is a pleasure to watch even if you prefer land sports. (RealtyTimes)
Kayak Fishing 101 Sep 21, 2009
The original design is the cockpit-style "sit-in" kayak, used most commonly for river running and competitive kayaking. These kayaks are not at all as safe for fishing because. (Suite101.com)
Free swim Sunday Sep 21, 2009
maybe instead of golf, tiger, phil, and the rest can do olympic style kayaking down peachhtree. I Report/ Vast White Wing Conspirator (-: You Whine ). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
New England hoping revenues rise as leaves fall Sep 19, 2009
He is considering backpacking in western Maine or New Hampshire's White Mountains, a road trip up Maine's Coastal Route 1, a bike tour in Maine or kayaking along the Maine coast. Whatever he decides, he hopes to keep his expenses under $100 for a four-day trip. (Concord Monitor)
Michael Jeneid, outdoorsman and author, dies Sep 16, 2009
An influential figure in the growth of Outward Bound-type programs in the United States, he left behind legions of admirers and stacks of books he wrote about everything from kayaking to knot tying ... Mr. Jeneid began kayaking as a teenager and kept it up his whole life ... He taught the SURGE program at Boston University, where he was named associate professor, taking students on harrowing canoeing, backpacking and kayaking expeditions. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Boiling Springs students head outdoors for gym Sep 16, 2009
Units covered include kayaking, cross country skiing, snow shoeing and mountain biking. The school is currently seeking a grant to fund an archery program for next year, Ferrell said. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Making your trip green Sep 13, 2009
Spend your days in a rain forest on the edge of the sea with interpretive hikes, dolphin and whale watching, bird watching, kayaking, and even surfing. It could be too much of a good thing, but in Belize you can get the rain forest experience and learn about chocolate from bean to bar at the same time at Cotton Tree Lodge (, 866-480-4534, from $170 per day). (Boston Globe)
Let it glow, let it glow, let it glow Sep 13, 2009
The center offers hiking and running trails, biking, and yoga, but its most appealing options are sculling, canoeing, and kayaking, because they let you see the trees blazing oranges and reds reflected in the mirror of Great Hosmer Pond. Lodging starts at $75 a night. (Boston Globe)
Another week on "Golden pond"? Sep 12, 2009
Our 'Team' entering the Triathlon, granddaughter Melinda swimming, son Dickon (from Colorado, a stranger to kayaks) kayaking and son Tim running. They receive badges at suppertime for placing Fourth. (Littleton Independent, MA)
Palawan, The Island Paradise Sep 12, 2009
Apart from this, great adventure also await visitors as they can always indulge in outdoor activities and water sports such as kayaking, snorkelling, diving and many more. Visitors may also go island hopping or go trekking. (Suite101.com)
McKinney: Ready for an EcoAdventure? Sep 11, 2009
New canoeing and kayaking programs start up at the Heard Museum ... Corry said she's been working to get grants to re-start the canoeing/kayaking programs at the heard for the last three years ... The programs will begin this fall with canoe trips and kayaking will start next spring. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
3 price points: Virginia Beach, Va. Sep 11, 2009
All-day flat-water kayaking trips in the Back Bay Refuge are $100-$115; www. tidewateradventures. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
For veterans, a different way to heal Sep 11, 2009
Along with a group of other volunteers, Bakinowski and a company called AccesSportAmerica, a national non-profit organization that inspires higher function and fitness for children and adults of all disabilities through high-challenge sports helped disabled veterans learn several water sports including canoeing, kayaking, rowing and adaptive wind surfing. While AccesSportAmerica has been around since 1995 helping all ages and walks of life, this pilot program, specific to veterans, was a big... (Westford Eagle, MA)
25 Best Places to Retire Sep 10, 2009
And there's great bird watching in 42,000-acre Charlotte Harbor Preserve State Park, which has hundreds of avian species and is crisscrossed with hiking trails and kayaking blueways. The lack of a Florida tax on income -- including interest and dividend income -- only sweetens the deal. (CNN -- Money)
Family travel five: Find some final summer fun Sep 9, 2009
All of these features make the W60 ideal for outdoor winter activities like skiing and summer water sports like boating, fishing, snorkeling, kayaking, etc. Looking for a European adventure. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
More of this story Sep 9, 2009
The lodge provides year round opportunities for hunting, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, water sports and just plain relaxation. History enthusiasts will be able to explore the area traveled by Lewis and Clark as well as 7th Cavalry history, Hutterite history and more. (Tyndall Tribune & Register, SD)
Frumpy Middle-Aged Mom: My kid wants the World's Strictest Parents' Sep 8, 2009
To compensate for the lack of testosterone in our house, I put Cheetah Boy into a very active Boy Scout troop, where he's getting a constant infusion of Manly Men activities: rock climbing, kayaking, swimming, snowboarding and fishing. He plays sports all year round, with lots of coaches. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Surprising Spots To See Great Fall Foliage Sep 8, 2009
Kayaking and canoeing is a great way to experience the fall colors, whether it's on the Escanaba River or along the Manistique River into the nearly 96,000-acre Seney Wildlife Refuge. The Upper Peninsula has some of the best trails in the country. (CBS News -- US)
State asks public to critique park trail plan Sep 8, 2009
Summer visitors use them for hiking, mountain climbing, backcountry cycling, fishing, mountain running, horseback riding, orienteering, kayaking, rafting, ATV riding, paragliding, berry picking, wildlife watching, camping or hunting. Winter may see skiers, snowboarders, snowshoers, snowmobilers, mushers, skijorers, ice boaters, skaters and winter bikers. (Anchorage Daily News)
Riverview Recreation Area projects in full swing Sep 5, 2009
The recreation area, which as been in development since the early 1990s, is divided into a state-sanctioned off-road vehicle area for motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles and a "passive recreation" area at the end of Mitchell Avenue, which includes areas for fishing, kayaking and hiking. A $200,000 Resource Enhancement and Protection grant from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources is helping fund about $300,000 in amenities to the passive park side, including picnic shelters, recreational... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Canadas hidden gems Sep 4, 2009
"There's high-end luxury accommodation and gourmet cuisine at places like the Wickaninnish Inn and Clayoquot Wilderness Resort, plus hiking in virgin forests, kayaking, eagle watching and surfing with a wet suit.". The western edge of Canada isn't the only part of the country where picky travelers can find an out-of-the-way treasure. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Topock Gorge: Rugged scenery, sandy beaches. Sep 4, 2009
Kayaking in Topock Gorge. Where: Topock Gorge is part of Havasu National Wildlife Refuge, about 220 miles northwest of Phoenix. (AZCentral -- Travel)
ARC offers trips, rental equipment Sep 3, 2009
UTC Outdoors also hosts weekend field trips in kayaking, backpacking, mountain biking and caving for a $20 deposit. Page 1 of 1. (The University Echo, TN)
• Devils Lake offers prime Oregon trout fishing Sep 3, 2009
"Nestled within lava rock below South Sister with a shimmering light-blue hue, Devils Lake turns a lot of heads in the vehicles passing on nearby Cascade Lakes Highway.Devils Lake is a small (23 acres), nutrient-poor water body, and one would assume that fishing is just an afterthought at the lake, where camping, kayaking and hiking are popular - most South Sister climbers start their journey at Devils Lake. But anglers can actually find frequent success for hatchery rainbow trout on the lake,... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Lodge owner, developer at odds Sep 1, 2009
Stevens bought the small complex of cabins and a restaurant five years ago, billing it as offering hiking, kayaking, berry picking and fishing. However, that last activity as is true in so many places is the sticking point. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Officials identify 2 killed in crash amid wildfire Aug 31, 2009
Drowning on Kings A 38-year-old Visalia woman drowned Saturday afternoon while kayaking with her family on the Kings River. Nadine Acosta was on the river with her husband and two children when her kayak overturned shortly before Fresno County sheriff s deputies were called to the river, south of Highway 180 at 2:20 p.m. Her body was recovered three hours later. (Fresno Bee -- State)
