Day off of work…Lets paddle By Nate Watt Kalama River – Red Barn Section Location – Kalama Washington Flow 260ish on the Canyon Creek Gauge – Good medium flow I’ve been itching to get out paddling for the last few weeks. I woke up and looked at the weather—clear blue skies, temperature in the high …
Team Alder Creek recently made a trip down to the Eugene River House Outdoor Center to sharpen their instructional skills and connect with fellow kayaking instructors from across the region. The class was sponsored by the American Canoe Association (ACA)—but what exactly is the ACA? The American Canoe Association is a leading organization in paddle sports education and …
By: E Emch Alder Creek just got in some new Liquidlogic whitewater boats including their versatile half slice the Sweet Ride. I have been paddling the Sweet Ride for about a year now and wanted to share my experience with you in case you’re interested in picking up one of your own. To start off, the …
Trip Report by E Emch In mid-June, I went on my first planned five day trip on the John Day River: Clarno to Cottonwood; a 70ish mile section. I also decided to add another first: doing the run in a canoe. I have been canoeing off and on for the past eight years or so, …
Review by E Emch First impressions after a few uses of this new high-end offering from Aqua Bound Paddles is that it looks pretty good. I purchased the Aerial Major 2-piece Versa-Lok Crankshaft Fiberglass Paddle 197-202 (what a name!) and was immediately surprised by the stiffness of the blades and flexibility of the shaft. I …
I love working at a paddlesports shop because I get to “nerd out” all day with other paddlers. I speak with people from all different parts of the sport – sea kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, canoeing, surf kayaking, rafting, and my favorite: whitewater kayaking. One of the most common things I hear from people …
