Category Archives: Watersports

Something for almost everyone, from dawdling on calm waters to tackling raging rapids.

Self-Propelled Around the World

Posted on April 18, 2012 by

We’ve all had those trips. The ones that end too soon. The ones where we just want to keep on walking, pedaling, skiing, or paddling until we come full circle ‘round the globe. Colin Angus and Julie Wafaei have done … Continue reading →

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I Love Portaging, I Hate Portaging

Posted on April 9, 2012 by

Bill Mason was of the opinion that “anyone who says they like portaging is either a liar or crazy.” I made my portaging debut almost a year ago when my little family was no longer so little and forced the … Continue reading →

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The Journal Is the Reward

Posted on April 2, 2012 by

There are hundreds of little things that I try to remember on a daily basis: pay the bills, sign the permission forms, wash the shirt for the party. When I go canoe tripping, I multiply that tenfold: where was that … Continue reading →

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Dare to Be Deep in Big Eddy

Posted on March 29, 2012 by

MEC and our partner CPAWS bring you the Dare to Be Deep campaign. The project aims to create 12 new marine protected areas by the end of 2012. As part of the initiative we’re hoping 12,000 people will endorse a … Continue reading →

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On Winter Water: Sea Kayaking in the Off Season

Posted on February 13, 2012 by

With a gap in Vancouver’s winter rains, and light breezes in the forecast, it was an ideal day to get the kayak out. And to test my new sail system. I’ve written before about my interest in – some would … Continue reading →

Posted in Gear, Gear Testing, Tips and Tricks, Watersports | Tagged , , , , | 15 Comments