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  • Kayak InstructionBuild paddling skills, confidence, and sound judgment with Jeff Fabiszewski and Sean Fitzgibbon in Tampa Bay, Florida.
    • Class GuideCompare current group, specialty, and private kayak lessons, including pricing and booking information.
    • Kayak LessonsExplore paddling techniques, safety skills, and lesson options for your next step on the water.
    • Private InstructionArrange individual kayak instruction tailored to your experience, interests, and learning goals.
    • ACA CoursesExplore American Canoe Association kayak instruction and find current course and booking information.
    • Greenland SkillsDiscover traditional Greenland paddling and rolling skills through relaxed, attentive instruction.
      • Rolling VideosWatch demonstrations of Greenland kayak rolls and recovery techniques
    • Paddleboard AdventuresExplore paddleboarding techniques, safety, and opportunities to build confidence on the water
    • Kayak FishingDiscover kayak fishing clinics that combine paddling skills, safety, and fishing techniques.
    • Outdoor LecturesExplore outdoor presentations, paddling topics, and lecture information from Jeff and Sean.
  • 🌀 Safety and First AidExplore paddling safety, wilderness first aid, and hurricane preparedness for Florida waters and backcountry adventures.
    • First Aid ArticlesRead wilderness first aid lessons and SOAP patient assessment stories drawn from paddling and backcountry situations
    • Paddling ComfortExplore personal experiences and practical considerations for greater comfort in your kayak.
      • Kayak ElbowRead about elbow discomfort associated with paddling and considerations for technique and equipment.
      • Back PainExplore personal experiences with back discomfort and considerations for comfort while kayaking.
  • Bushcraft and CampingDiscover bushcraft skills, kayak camping, and outdoor learning opportunities with Jeff Fabiszewski and Sean Fitzgibbon.
    • Kayak CampingExplore equipment, packing, meal preparation, and skills for overnight journeys by kayak.
  • Backcountry KitchenExplore camp cooking recipes, meal planning, and practical techniques that bring family and friends together around the fire.
  • ExpeditionsFollow Florida kayaking expeditions and discover lessons in preparation, teamwork, and life on the water.
    • Calusa Blueway 2011Revisit Jeff and Sean’s 2011 expedition along Florida’s Great Calusa Blueway Paddling Trail.
    • Suwannee River 2009Follow the stories and experiences of the 2009 Suwannee River expedition
    • Suwannee RiverExplore stories and lessons gathered across multiple Suwannee River kayaking adventures.
    • Florida Keys 2008 and 2009Revisit Florida Keys kayaking adventures from 2008 and 2009.
    • Pinellas Blueways 2007Follow the 2007 fundraising expedition around Pinellas County’s coastal paddling trail
  • JournalRead field stories, practical advice, and reflections on kayaking, outdoor skills, and expedition life.
    • Gear ReviewsRead practical reviews of kayaking and camping equipment used on the water and in camp.
      • HikingExplore hiking articles and equipment for adventures beyond the shoreline
    • Paddling ResourcesStay connected to outdoor adventure with ideas and resources for days spent ashore.
    • MoviesDiscover paddling and outdoor films for inspiration when you cannot be on the water.
  • About UsMeet Jeff Fabiszewski and Sean Fitzgibbon and learn about their experience, qualifications, and approach to outdoor education.
    • Jeff FabiszewskiMeet coastal kayaking instructor, expedition guide, author, and outdoor educator Jeff Fabiszewski.
    • Sean FitzgibbonMeet paddling instructor and Solid Ground Survival and Bushcraft creator Sean Fitzgibbon.
  • PodcastCampfire conversations about kayaking, wilderness skills, camp cooking, and outdoor traditions. Episodes are in preparation.

Author: maynardc

Gear Reviews…

🎦 Euro Paddlers and Greenland Paddlers, Here is a Greenlander DVD for Your Christmas List

9 Nov 20113 Mar 2023
Well it is now less than seven weeks to Christmas and I am starting to look around for gifts for friends and family. Of course while shopping for them I…
Expeditions & Trip Reports

Onto Big Hickey Island and then Home

29 Sep 201121 Aug 2026
Team Sweetwater (Jeff and Sean) spent most of yesterday, Wednesday the 28th, exploring the sights, sounds of Koreshan State Park. Today we find them back on the water and headed…
Expeditions & Trip Reports

Koreshan State Park

27 Sep 201121 Aug 2026
They arrive at Koreshan State Park early this afternoon. The plans for tomorrow include staying at Koreshan State Park for second night. This does not mean a day off the…
Florida Kayaking

Visiting CROW and Hitting the Road

26 Sep 201115 Jul 2015
Most of today was spent visiting at the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW). As mentioned previously CROW is located on 12.5 acres on Sanibel Island, south of the…
Florida Kayaking

Turning South and on to Sanibel Island

25 Sep 201115 Jul 2015
They are on the move again and heading south. A special thanks to the park service on Cayo Costa for transporting Team Sweetwater (Jeff and Sean) back to their boats…
Florida Kayaking

Day Off

24 Sep 201115 Jul 2015
Today was a planned day of rest with an extra day on Cayo Costa. This is their fifth day on the water and of promoting the Clinic for Rehabilitation of Wildlife…
Florida Kayaking

Off to Cayo Costa

23 Sep 201115 Jul 2015
They left Jug Creek Cottages on Bokeelia Island and have traveled west to Cayo Costa State Park. During their trip they saw dolphins and a variety of other marine life.…
Florida Kayaking

Bad Weather But on Schedule

22 Sep 201115 Jul 2015
Heading off around 9:30 a.m. this morning from the Sun and Moon Inn, Jeff and Sean were headed for their next destination, Bokeelia Island by way of marker 99 in…
Florida Kayaking

Heading North

21 Sep 201115 Jul 2015
This morning Jeff and Sean found themselves being breakfast for the local no-see-ums and mosquito population. These bugs, which can be found worldwide, were a minor nuisance and not unexpected. So after…
Florida Kayaking

Downstream and into Open Water

20 Sep 201115 Jul 2015
The journey continues by heading downstream to the mouth of the Caloosahatchee River and beyond. The destination for today is Picnic Island. Picnic Island located about three miles southwest of…
Florida Kayaking

They’re Off

19 Sep 201115 Jul 2015
Today is the offical first day of the trip and everything went well. The overnight pre-departure camping went without incident and they launched from Caloosahatchee Regional Park, which is located near Alva.…
Florida Kayaking

Let the Journey Begin!!

18 Sep 201115 Jul 2015
LEE COUNTY- Two men are to begin their expedition tomorrow to raise money for the Great Calusa Blueway Paddling Trail and Clinic for Rehabilitation of Wildlife. (From http://www.fox4now.com/news/local/130064938.html) Sean Fitzgibbon and…
Expeditions & Trip Reports

The Great Calusa Blueway Paddling Trail expedition

18 Sep 201121 Aug 2026
 September 18, 2011 - Let the Journey Begin!! LEE COUNTY- Two men are to begin their expedition tomorrow to raise money for the Great Calusa Blueway Paddling Trail and Clinic for…
Florida Kayaking

Taking Extra Time On Your Journey

9 Jun 201121 Jul 2015
How often do we plan a trip, pack our stuff, run out the door, race to our destination, load our boat, paddle within a specified time period, and then race…
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