Olympic Roll Models

The 2008 Summer Beijing Olympic Games were amazing. I tried to see every sport and I cheered for every athlete. I saw many athletes embrace the Olympic motto Citius, Altius, Fortius, “Faster, Higher, Stronger”; as well as, many illustrated that athletes can be competitive and respectful towards other athletes through the winning and loosing process. [...]

Kayak lifejackets for women

Safety is very important to my guests and me as we paddle together. And frequently my female guests talk about their frustration with kayaking PFD lifejackets. Their irritation comes from dealing with sales people, the fit, and the feeling of paddling during the hot humid days in Florida.
Most kayak shops are in the business of [...]

“Bridging the Gap”, Kayak Fundraisers, Mi.

Todd Salley is one of our kayaking friends from Michigan. Recently he paddled 90 miles to help raise funds for a variety of nonprofits and adaptive programs. Below is a copy of an article from The O&P Edge about the cool ways kayakers are helping people of mixed-abilities.
Kayak Fundraisers Paddle 90 Miles

Bridging the Gap team [...]

Columbia Sportswear Omni-Dry fabric

I spend a lot of time on the water and under the Florida sun. Which is great if you are like many people trying to achieve a healthy tan; unfortunately, too much sun can lead to the development of a malignant growth. And skin cancer is not a healthy thing.
To keep my skin healthy I [...]

Silver River, Florida

Our paddling guests on the Silver River had a great time Sunday August 3, 2008. Silver River is located east of Ocala Florida fed by Silver Springs. Most paddlers, us included, access the river via Ray Wayside Park 3 miles past the Silver Springs Attraction on SR 40.
After a person pays the $5 parking fee [...]