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2010 Whitewater Symposium – “The Next Rapid Evolution”
Posted by James McBeath - Jul 20,2010 - WK News
The 2010 Whitewater Symposium is coming to the Nantahala Outdoor Center in Bryson City, NC October 8-10. Like past Symposiums, this 7th version of the event seeks to advance the sport of whitewater paddling by bringing together key players from all aspects of the whitewater spectrum including clubs, instruction, recreation, manufacturing, competition, retail, adventure travel, and stewardship .
It’s a truly unique opportunity for paddlers and industry leaders alike to exchange ideas about trends in programs, promotion, CONTINUE READING » New Kayakeducation.com Scholarships for schools, clubs and instructors
Posted by James McBeath - Jul 5,2010 - WK News
Thanks to the generocity of our sponsors, we will be waiving the first year’s educator fees for access to our Welcome Center/educator portal and benefits. For the first 200 kayak schools, clubs or instructors, access will be free for the duration of 2010 at kayakeducation.com. To apply simply go to http://letsgopaddling.com/welcome-centers/become-a-welcome-center-2/welcome-center-application/ and fill out the form in detail. World Kayak will be responding to each applicant directly.
World Kayak’s kayakeducation.com was built to support a global conversation and CONTINUE READING » US Team Trials Final Results – Your new US TEAM!
Posted by James McBeath - Jul 2,2010 - WK Competition News, WK News, WK Throwdown Posts
Text by Lee Hart of BrandAMP Missoula, MT – The future of freestyle kayaking looks bright if results from the US National Freestyle Kayak Team Trials are an indicator. Kayaking’s version of the ratpack, teens Jason Craig, Dane Jackson Jordan Poffenberger and Lauren Burress all turned in impressive performances as they battled in various divisions for the chance to represent the US at World Championships in Germany next summer. Jackson, 16, not only CONTINUE READING »PADDLING INSPIRATION
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