Canoeing and kayaking

Water surrounds Manhattan, and it is in constant motion. New York City's most famous island is set in one of the most complex harbor and waterways systems of any great city. The Atlantic Ocean meets the Hudson River on the west side of Manhattan, and  the Atlantic also flows up and back down the East River, thru the Hells Gate narrows, and out to the Long Island Sound on the other side. North of Hells Gate on the East Side, the skinny Harlem River completes the water route, connecting the... Read Full Story

Playboating is the art of doing stunts and tricks in a single person manpowered boat. It is usually done in a kayak or a canoe while staying in one spot or area. Essentially it is a way to show off and demonstrate some of the tricks and skills that you have mastered on the water. In this type of kayaking it is sometimes referred to as rodeo or free styling since it usually made up as you go and in many cases you need to hang on to stay afloat. Types Of Playboating There are various types... Read Full Story

When going across long distances of predominately calm or peaceful water, this is often referred to as ocean or sea kayaking. It does not usually involve rapids or the attempt at going over a small waterfall in order to achieve an adrenaline rush. It is a peaceful sport that is usually for the purpose of either leisure or exercise. It can also be used as a form of race. The Kayak When going on a sea kayak expedition a specific style and type of kayak is recommended. These kayaks usually... Read Full Story

Kayaking On the Rapids by Gary Pearson When whitewater kayaking, the kayaker must be familiar with the different types of whitewater rapids. Knowing the different classifications of whitewater rapids is critical to the kayak enthusiast; each classification requires a different level of kayaking skill. Further, along with the different rapid classifications, kayakers must be equally familiar with the different types of water features. Knowing the waters is the first step in kayaking safety... Read Full Story

As the name implies, this type of kayaking is done on white water or on the rapids as they are referred to. Originally the kayaks that are used in this type of kayaking consist of a frame that is then covered with stretched skins. It then progressed to fiberglass and Kevlar as the shell of the craft. It is now primarily a craft that is made up of a tough plastic that is slightly flexible and extremely durable. Depending on what it is that you are looking to accomplish and the thrill that... Read Full Story

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Free Travel and Tourism Press Releases West Michigan – August is the perfect time to go floating down a river and in Michigan you have many to choose from! (Michigan is home to 36,000 miles of rivers & streams!) Whether you are looking for a relaxing float down a quiet river or the challenge of navigating the Sturgeon River, the fastest river in Michigan’s lower peninsula, you will find it here in West Michigan! Try canoeing, kayaking or tubing at any of these... Read Full Story

More and more mature people are taking up kayaking on the Muskegon River and area lakes as a hobby or recreational sport. Each year, more people find the time to start kayaking, whether they do it as a sport, as a hobby, or just for fun while they're on vacation. Unlike some other recreational activities or sports, kayaking can fit the activity level (even seniors) that you want and can provide hours or even days of fun for entire families - or just for one person. Kayaking originated with... Read Full Story