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What swims beneath -- and what doesn't Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 12:47PM(PhysOrg.com) -- Several times over the last four summers, Rutgers marine scientists have combined high and low technology to answer a straightforward scientific question: How do the fish in a big urban estuary react to big piers built by their human neighbors?
Paddle the Navesink on Sept. 18 Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 9:20AMRED BANK — A community-wide celebration of the Navesink River and all the recreational opportunities it provides will be held Sept. 18 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. On “Paddle the Navesink Day,” local boating organizations along Red Bank’s Navesink River will offer visitors the chance to experience kayaking, canoeing, sailing and rowing. read more
Safe boating campaign Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 2:59AMThe U.S. Coast Guard has launched a Great Lakes safe boating awareness effort focused on paddle sports. The Paddles Up Great Lakes campaign runs through Friday. Coast Guard and other authorities will pass out safety and education information as well as self-adhesive identification stickers for boats to canoe and kayak owners.
One woman's vision restores a Georgian jewel along the Delaware Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 2:14AMIt's amazing what a woman can do with a little painter's tape and a great ability to visualize. Adele Shea is no architect; maybe more of a Renaissance woman. But as the owner of the oldest house in Bristol, circa 1765, with enviable views of the Delaware River, she has spent two years bringing the stately Georgian into its latest incarnation, working with her own hands, historical reference ...
Canoeists, kayakers frolic on the river Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 11:44PMNEW ULM - Two men with colorful nicknames were among the timed canoe and kayak obstacle course contestants Saturday at Riverblast 2010 in Riverside Park.
Sign up now for the paper boat race at Harborfest Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 3:37AMONANCOCK --Onancock is calling on boat builders of all ages and abilities to enter their best boat design for The Great Paper Boat Race, to be held during Harborfest celebrations at the town Wharf on Saturday, Sept. 11.
Paddle the Esopus Creek Sunday Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 2:07AMTHE ESOPUS Creek Conservancy, in conjunction with the 11th Annual Hudson River Valley Ramble, is sponsoring a guided kayak and canoe paddle in the waters surrounding Esopus Bend Nature Preserve leaving at 9:30 a.m. Sunday from the Village Beach parking lot on Route 94 in the village of Saugerties.
Great outdoors wins over a homebody Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 2:07AMLAGUNA HILLS Ashelei Niehart is the first to admit she's an indoor person. The 13-year-old likes to spend time in the darkness of her bedroom, watching "Phineas and Ferb" cartoons, listening to Taylor Swift songs, or talking on the phone with her...
Pick a paddle Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 1:54AMLate summer may seem like a strange time of year to discuss picking the perfect kayak paddle, but some of the best paddling of the year is still ahead. There’s no better way to enjoy foliage than cruising in a kayak on a quite pond or gentle river.
Going down the Wallkill River Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 12:37AMPerfect Saturday summer weather greeted canoes and kayaks on the Wallkill River
Sinking worms bring rise in action for fishers Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 11:25PMAre you one of those bass anglers who has a ton of plastic lures, most of which you rarely use? Many of us are in the same situation and most of my other plastic lures are used even less since I started using sinking worms a few years ago.
Woman taking canoe down West Coast stops in Ventura, talks about protecting ocean Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 10:46PMMargo Pellegrino is making her way down the coast in an outrigger canoe trying to call attention to the plight of the oceans. She started July 3 in Seattle, and plans to end up in San Diego by Sept. 12.
Paddle boarding part of cowboy life in Bozeman Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 1:07AMBOZEMAN - Surf's up, Montana.
Van Horn paddles to Spring Creek win Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 10:37PMBELLEFONTE — Bellefonte’s Ethan Van Horn edged teammate Danny Warner at this year
Nicholas Deutsch Auctioneer 175 Buckley Road Whitehall, NY 12887 Saturday, Aug 28th 11 AM • Whitehall, NY Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 11:16PMA weekly newspaper serving the antiques and arts industry, collectors, and institutions. New information each week on antiques shows and auctions around the country and antiques dealer listings.
Local sports calendar Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 2:07AMBOWLING
Formosa Yacht club invents anew water sport Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 9:56AMMYSTIC - If you thought you'd seen it all, think again.
Missouri River Race passes by Jefferson City Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 5:03PMThe 5th Annual Missouri River 340 passed by Jefferson City Wednesday morning. The race features all kinds of boats and all kinds of people with all kinds of motivation.
Boy, 14, paddles to dog's rescue in Liberty Bay Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 7:13PMNeighbors are giving 14-year-old Kohl Serwold a hero's welcome after he rescued his dog from drowning last week.
At 61, Diana Nyad ready to swim Cuba to Keys 32 years after first attempt Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 3:33AMIt's Aug. 15, 1978, and Diana Nyad is in distress, slamming into 8-foot waves, bobbing in the tumultuous open waters of the Florida Straits. She's in a shark cage and has been swimming for 41 hours, 39 minutes, since she waded into the surf near Bahía Honda, Cuba.
BEN column - Warren on chapel; Washington's horse buried here; Joe feeling better; David Harris checks in Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 11:20PMGood morning! The rain continues today and tonight.
32 years later, Diana Nyad to try Cuba-Florida Keys swim again Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 10:02PMIt's Aug. 15, 1978, and Diana Nyad is in distress, slamming into eight-foot waves, bobbing in the tumultuous open waters of the Florida Straits. She's in a shark cage and has been swimming for 41 hours, 39 minutes, since she waded into the surf near Bahía Honda, Cuba.
NV men race to the midnight sun Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 8:39PMThe Yukon River Quest is the world's longest annual canoe and kayak race. It follows the Yukon River from Whitehorse to Dawson City over a distance of 740 kilometres.
32 years later, woman to try again on Cuba-Keys swim Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 5:03PMIt's Aug. 15, 1978, and Diana Nyad is in distress, slamming into eight-foot waves, bobbing in the tumultuous open waters of the Florida Straits. She's in a shark cage and has been swimming for 41 hours, 39 minutes, since she waded into the beach near Bahia Honda, Cuba.
Canadian Vincent-Lapointe paddles to pair of golds Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 6:35PMLaurence Vincent-Lapointe of Trois-Rivieres, Que., won a pair of gold medals Sunday to highlight a four-medal day for Canada at the world canoe and kayak championships.
Kayaking in the Coastal Bend Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 11:10AMOn 3 News First Edition, we learned about 'Essentials of Kayak Touring courses offered on the last Saturday of each month through October.
Mom paddles for ocean awareness Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 10:19AMThough few were around to see it, Margo Pellegrino and her outrigger canoe appeared through the fog off the Noyo bar last Friday at about 8 p.
Daytrippers: Kayaking In Rowayton Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 9:31AMEvery few weeks, Mother Nature creates a showstopper in the sky. So, the owner of a Rowayton kayak shop decided to take advantage of this monthly spectacle. DownUnder Kayaking provides Full Moon Paddles for a few nights each month, May through September. Visitors say, it's an experience they will never forget.
Woman paddles kayak 740 miles - ends in Maine Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 3:37PMBANGOR, Maine (NEWS CENTER) -- A New Jersey woman is on her way home from Maine after accomplishing quite an extraordinary feat.
New Jersey Mom Completes Kayak Trip Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 7:50AMThe first woman to complete the 740 mile Northern Forest Canoe Trail alone has laid down her paddles and pulled her kayak out of the water after finishing the landmark trip yesterday. Cathy Mumford, a 50 year old mother from New Jersey, started the trip June 19th in New York and paddled through . . .
Brian Aust explores nature’s gifts Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 7:35AMBrian Aust leads 16 interpretive programs at the state parks in Waterbury. ... - By Mary Gow Correspondent
Portage to Portage kayak trip almost over Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 11:35PMA Wausau man is nearing the end of a 5,000-mile kayaking expedition that started in Portage and took him halfway around the country.
Michigan's Upper Peninsula destinations offer unique paddling experience Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 6:45AMWe were suspended between gray-green water and a misty sky during an evening kayak tour of the Keweenaw Peninsula in Lake Superior. I realized the source of Native America lake legends and I sprinkled tobacco in the water to pay tribute, as told to do by a veteran paddler.
Use pedals, not paddles with Hobie kayaks Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 2:51AMIf you were a fish swimming in Torch Lake near Alden the other day, you'd be forgiven for thinking that some giant red-and-yellow penguins must have got loose from the zoo.
Rinke claims fourth straight kayak victory Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 2:18AMROW, ROW, ROW YOUR BOAT: Bertus Rinke methodically paddles as he approaches the finish line in Saturday’s Bullhead City Regatta kayak race. Rinke captured his fourth consecutive overall victory in the event.
Outriggers competition draws athletes to Oxnard harbor Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 1:11AMAfter an absence of more than 30 years, outrigger racing returned to Channel Islands Harbor on Saturday under the guise of the Anacapa Classic. Hosted by the Oxnard Canoe and Kayak Club, the competition was sanctioned by the Southern California Outrigger Racing Association.
Great Canadian Kayak Challenge entries up Saturday, August 14, 2010 @ 7:55AMThe Mattagami River is often a quiet scene, with waters running past those out enjoying the park or a day on the boat. But on Aug. 28, the paddles of hundreds of kayakers will break those tranquil waters for the second annual Great Canadian Kayak Challenge.[...]
Book Review: A Refreshing Look at Renewable Energy with Max Axiom, Super Scientist Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 6:05PMWhat if you were able to impart solid science in a way that would be interesting to learn? Say, with graphic-novel style illustrations, and a super-cool, super-powered, super-scientist?
North Pinellas entertainment calendar Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 2:06PMTimes staff Thursday, August 12, 2010 back-to-school pool safety with phinley and clifford the big red dog Join Threshers mascot Phinley, Clifford the Big Red Dog, Sparky the Fire Dog and members of the Florida Safe Pools & Safe Kids @ All Children's Hospital for a back-to-school pool safety event on the mall's first floor in front of JCPenney. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. today. Free. Westfield ...
ROGER BEUKEMA: Outdoors programs provide women with great opportunities Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 6:38PMWomen wanting to learn about the outdoors and related activities have several programs with a lot of opportunity available to them.
Pair make paddle board trek to benefit American Cancer Society Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 8:20AMStand up and paddle. That's what David Fader and Tony Forcier will be doing for 350 miles. Both men, in their 50s, are on a 21-day adventure from the waters just off Vandenberg Air Force Base in Santa Barbara County to the Coronado Bridge in San Diego.
Kayak competition kicks off today Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 7:32AMRacers paddle down Ten Mile Creek in last year's race. To put it pretty simply, the Ten Mile One Mile isn't an ordinary kayak race. There's no timing, no staggered starts, and no order — at least while racers are on the river.
Council members get close to Palo Alto baylands Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 2:45AMby PaloAltoOnline.com Two City Council members who were recently given a canoe-paddler's eye-view of Palo Alto baylands waterways and sloughs say they would like the city to find ways to share the experience with more people. Photo courtesy City of Palo Alto staff.
Commonwealth Rowing Championships put Welland in sports spotlight Monday, August 9, 2010 @ 9:33PMWELLAND — Some members of the Welland Sports Tourism Alliance (WSTA) were present at the 2010 Commonwealth rowing championships July 31-Aug 1. Sue Morin said that "these games were a great way to showcase our city to the world, and having the opportunity to announce results in both English and [...]
Gordy's live auction to benefit Feed My People Food Bank Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 7:54AMA grocery store is hoping to help feed a need in the community.
Get ready for a wild, bumpy ride at Avon Descent Thursday, August 5, 2010 @ 6:41PMThe worst fears of Avon Descent competitors have come true, with water levels for this weekend's down-river classic officially their lowest ever.
Kayaker hits Florence on Tennessee River trek Thursday, August 5, 2010 @ 3:46AMBy Trevor Stokes Staff Writer Josh Gregory's 652-mile adventure to kayak the Tennessee River started with a splash, but on the second day, all his gear was stolen 3 miles from where he started. The theft didn't deter Gregory, who bought another kayak and camping equipment and has since been more fortunate, having reached Florence Harbor Marina on Wednesday morning.
Paddling the Snake: The challenges and joys of first-time canoeists Wednesday, August 4, 2010 @ 8:08PM
Summer paddle through local waters Wednesday, August 4, 2010 @ 11:54AMBreaking News: No One of the most enjoyable programs the Quinnipiac River Watershed Association offers is its read more
Kings River rescue Saturday, July 31, 2010 @ 10:44PMA woman had to be rescued from the Kings River Saturday in an area some people say she and her friends should not have been.