Kayak Festival… Sweetwater Paddle for the Cure 11 May 201121 Jul 2015 At 5 am Saturday May 7, 2011I woke up, not because my son was calling me, nor for any emergency.Β I woke up before the sun started to shine to…
Florida Kayaking… Slip-Slop-Slap: Sun Safety 1 Jun 200913 May 2009 June is UV Safety Month. In 1981, the Cancer Council Victoria gave birth to a seagull named Sid.Β Sid is the popular figure that promotes how to reduce sun exposure…
Gear Reviews… Preventing Skin Cancer: kayak kit 5 May 200912 May 2009 I paddle in Florida.Β And playing outside increases my risks of developing skin cancer.Β I do takeΒ precautions to protect my skin.Β Β I wear sunblock that is high in a broad spectrum…
Florida Kayaking… Tuktu Greenland Paddle 1 May 200911 Mar 2014 I use a Greenland style paddle designed by Chris Raab owner of Tuktu Paddles.Β I have to admit Tuktu Paddles designs all of my Greenland paddles.Β At one time I…
Gear Reviews… BollΓ© Sunglasses 7 Jan 200913 May 2009 My paddling friends all know that I am useless without my glasses. I do not wear contacts; consequently, it is a struggle to find quality sunglasses that work on the…
Gear Reviews… Columbia Sportswear Omni-Dry fabric 6 Aug 200811 Mar 2014 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,…