Basic Paddle Strokes

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  • Basic Strokes of Paddling a Kayak

    Learning the basic strokes to paddle a kayak will enhance your enjoyment and make paddling easier. These basic strokes serve as a foundation for further skills and advanced paddling techniques, so taking the time to master them will open future possibilities. read more

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  • Kayak Lessons in Chicago

    Chicago, Illinois seems to be a city made for kayaking. Historic waterways full of beautiful plant life, birds and small animals and the dramatic Chicago skyline provide kayakers with the best of the modern and natural worlds. Numerous… read more

  • The Best Paddle Strokes to Learn for Canoeing

    The best canoe paddle strokes to learn for beginners are the basic strokes that propel the canoe forward, slow or stop the canoe and change the direction in which the boat is moving. It is essential to learn these most basic paddle str… read more

  • How to Learn to Kayak in Brisbane

    Brisbane, Australia boasts miles of sandy beaches and access to the Indian Ocean. Sea kayaking on the coast is challenging due to the open coast, large ocean swells, marine wildlife and surf launches and landings. Learning how to kayak… read more

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    Backcountry Camping Tips

    Backcountry Camping Tips

    You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...

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    Beach Camping Near Pismo Beach, California

    Beach Camping Near Pismo Beach, California

    Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...

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    Common Sense Hiking Tips

    Common Sense Hiking Tips

    The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.

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