The essence of kayaking is simple: Just grab a paddle and go. But how you grab that paddle can be the difference between a journey that feels effortless, and one that ends in blisters, sore joints, and aching muscles. Here are the five most common grip mistakes I see and simple ways to fix them…. Read more »
The Level 1-2 ACA Kayak Instructor Certification Workshop is not like taking a CPR course – the certification cards are not pre-printed, attendance does not guarantee passing. Candidates have to work hard to pass. These five instructor candidates did four full days of paddling drills, wet exits, self and assisted rescues, towing, bracing, edging, tidal… Read more »
Fishing, paddling with the dolphins, enjoying the serenity, getting a workout – there are many reasons that you might want to paddle in the ocean. Regardless of the reason though, the one thing that everyone must do in order to paddle in the ocean is launch from the beach – which means making it through… Read more »