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Canoecopia charities for 2013 get a nice bump. Madison Wisconsin (PRWEB) March 31, 2013 Canoecopia 2013, world's largest canoe, kayak and Stand Up Paddle consumer expo, was successful in raising money for charities through its presenter, Rutabaga Paddlesports. "Kayakers and canoeists are generous people and when given a cause that resonates, they open their hearts and wallets," said Darren Bush, Chief Paddling Evangelist of Rutabaga Paddlesports. "Our charities are a...
Noah’s Ark has crafted a fun, affordable, stress-free family and newbie-friendly guided ducky trip down the class II whitewater section of Colorado’s Arkansas River called Fishermen’s Bridge. The five-mile paddle delights tweens to Baby Boomers with a hankering for soft adventure without the fear-factor of big whitewater rapids. It is also a perfect trip for experienced paddlers seeking a more intimate connection with the river. Buena Vista, CO (PRWEB) August 03, 2012 Get back to...
CLEARFIELD, Utah, July 30, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Lifetime Products, Inc., one of the largest kayak manufacturers in the U.S., is expanding its line of water sports products and introducing a youth paddleboard to allow family members of all ages to enjoy the fast-growing sport of Stand-Up Paddleboarding (SUP). (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120730/LA48791) The new Lifetime Hooligan(TM) Paddleboard is created specifically for youth ages 5 years and older, and up to 130...
WESSER, N.C., July 26, 2012 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- The Ocoee River in Southeastern Tennessee is home to two significant whitewater runs. The Middle Ocoee is the most popular section of whitewater in the country, while the Upper Ocoee--home to the 1996 Olympic whitewater events--remains the nation's only Olympic whitewater venue. NOC's Ocoee Outpost, a short 2-hour drive from Atlanta, has a number of exhilarating activities for families, such as whitewater rafting, the High Ropes...
DALLAS, July 10, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- One hundred years after the Titanic sank to the bottom of the ocean, Dr. Robert Ballard, a Life Scout and a world renowned oceanographer responsible for discovering the legendary ship, has invited an Eagle Scout and future leader in marine archaeology to explore the mysteries of the Black Sea. Alex Overman, an Old Dominion graduate from Hamilton, Va., has been selected as the Eagle Scout Argonaut to accompany Dr. Ballard's team aboard...
OTTAWA, June 26, 2012 /CNW/ - As Minister of State (Sport), I am pleased to congratulate canoe and kayak athletes Adam van Koeverden, Mark Oldershaw, Émilie Fournel, Hugues Fournel, Ryan Cochrane, Mark de Jonge, and Jason McCoombs, who were nominated to the 2012 Canadian Olympic Team. As the largest single contributor to sport in this country, our Government is proud to support sport participation and excellence from playground to podium. Canada is a top sport nation, and I,...
School Captures "America's Cup of Civil Engineering" Award For Third Year in a Row RENO, Nev., June 17, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- For the third year in a row, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo has won the National Concrete Canoe Competition. After putting their academic and athletic skills to the test in a grueling three-day battle at the American Society of Civil Engineers' 25th annual National Concrete Canoe Competition. The school's win came in their...
IRVING, Texas, June 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Contrary to media reports, the Boy Scouts of America has no plans to change its membership policy. The introduction of a resolution does not indicate the organization is "reviewing" a policy or signal a change in direction. Resolution:In April, a single individual submitted a resolution asking the Boy Scouts to consider amending its policy on not granting membership to open or avowed homosexuals. The resolution asked that the policy be...
River and Trail Outfitters offers outdoor enthusiasts with a thirst for wine and music the ultimate fun multi-adventure day of kayaking on the Potomac River, followed by wine tasting and live music at Virginia’s top-rated Tarara Winery. Knoxville, MD (PRWEB) June 06, 2012 River and Trail Outfitters has teamed with Tarara Winery, named “Best Winery in Loudoun County” for eight consecutive years, to create the ultimate fun multi-adventure day for outdoor enthusiasts with a thirst for...
It’s a kayak...it’s a boat… No, it’s a KaBoat! Saturn Inflatables announcing release of a brand new head-turning futuristic inflatable vessel called KaBoat, an innovative crossover between a Kayak and a Boat and it's the newest and coolest way to get you on the water on a budget. Miami, Florida (PRWEB) May 22, 2012 KaBoat creates the best of both worlds from kayaking and boating, and delivers them in a sexy new design. The slim hull modeled after narrow Asian Dragon boats is...
