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Roanoke Welcomes National Bass Fishing Tourney Finale
ROANOKE, Va. – An eco-friendly bass fishing tournament that features human-powered boats and catch-and-release practices is stopping in the Roanoke Region, giving anglers a chance to explore the area’s lakes and rivers. The national 2011 River Bassin’ Tournament Trail, with stops in 15 locations across the United States, will hold its finale on Sept. 10, including a celebratory wrap-up...
Read MoreWin 2 Kayaks by Entering Inspiring Journeys Video Contest
In celebration of National Let’s Go Paddling Month, Jackson Kayak is giving away two kayaks to a the paddler whose unique journey touches the most Facebook fans’ hearts. The Inspiring Journeys Video Contest will launch on the <a href=”http://www.facebook.com/letsgopaddling”>Let’s Go Paddling Facebook fan page</a> on June 1, the start of National Let’s Go Paddling...
Read More5 Exercises Help Prep for Paddling Season
Originally posted on JacksonKayak.com by Heather Herbeck, 11/05/2011 Jackson Kayak team members, Samantha Brunner Ruppelt and Heather Herbeck, are teaming up to give you some guidance and suggestions on how your health, your fitness and your love for kayaking can affect each other and how to use these three components simultaneously to create longevity in your paddling! This post will help...
Read MorePaddling Can Be Weaved Into May’s Fitness Month Observations
When thinking about fitness, think about paddling especially these next weeks. The President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition is urging Americans to get out there and get active in May. If you need a reason to paddle or introduce someone new to paddling, these observations give you the perfect excuse: National Physical Fitness and Sports Month (May 1-31). Paddle one, paddle...
Read MoreRiver Recreationists Rally to Support Obama’s Commitment to Clean Water
American Whitewater, the nation’s leading voice for headwater rivers, is rallying river recreationists across the country to actively support President Barack Obama’s newly released national clean water framework. Guidance within the framework showcases the Administration’s comprehensive commitment to protecting the health of America’s waters. American Whitewater’s National...
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