The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in northern Minnesota is one of the most beautiful places in the world, and it’s a place that changes lives. People who visit often return home with a greater understanding of the value of the outdoors and the need to protect it.
The Paddle Sports Film Festival saw the premier of Near the River, a film by Darby McAdams highlighting those who stand to lose the most should the Batoka Gorge Hydroelectric scheme flood the rapids of the Zambezi River.
Aniol Serrasolses demonstrates quick, decisive action to rescue a kayaker when they get backlooped on the Rio Claro in Chile. Showcasing how to setup safety when getting out of the boat is not possible!
Robert Lowery – Olympian Bob died on the morning of the 12th November 2024 at the age of 87. He was an inspirational figure long after he retired from the sport, not only because of the results he achieved but because of the standards he set himself in training and life.
Enjoy this recap from Cody Adams about him and his crew’s trip to Madagascar in August a unique country full of world class whitewater! « A truly amazing experience » « In August of 2024 I was fortunate...
If you beater, then beater with some style… Here is Jessi Gerstner doing exactly that on the classic Double Drop of the Upper Palguin! After being backlooped and preparing to drop off the second fall upside down...
The Rio Claro is arguably one of the most epic and breathtaking canyons, located just a few hours south of Santiago. With its crystal-clear waters, pristine drops, tight twists, and towering Basalt canyons, it offers a perfect blend of beauty and challenge.
Back when I was younger, I don’t think that I would have expected to ever write this post. But I now need readers to read maps when canoeing and kayaking. In that past in order to read the maps, I’d take off my sunglasses and put on a pair of readers.
Innovation plays a critical role in postgraduate research, acting as a catalyst for pushing boundaries and redefining the parameters of knowledge. At its core, innovation in research involves the introduction of novel ideas...
By: Maya Abbott Follow 12-year-old Maya Abbott as she runs her first waterfall alongside her hero, world champion kayaker Rivey Mutton – a true journey of courage and growth. My name is Maya Abbott, and I’m twelve years old.
The highly anticipated 2025 Product of the Year Awards Ceremony made its exciting return to this year’s Paddle Sports Show in Strasbourg on September 25, 2024. Featuring a wide array of innovative boats...
Well done to everyone receiving Royal Canoe Club awards this evening. A very Special Royal award to Sue Bovington – Life membership award to RCC in acknowledgment of her 30 years of coaching service.
Mission: Jungle Boogie in Río de Janeiro – A Brazilian Redemption Story Adrian Mattern, Bren Orton, and David Sodomka reunite with Joaocinho in the land of rivers: Brazil. This time, the jungles of Rìo tease, taunt, and ultimately reward—even if not the way Adrian first envisioned.
One of my frustrations with the Sawyer Squeeze is that they aren’t shipped with caps that close both ends, such as the ones on the Platypus QuickDraw. Light Up Outdoors has solved the problem with its Sawyer Squeeze End Caps.
