Personal flotation devices are recommended for any water sport. A personal flotation device is commonly known as a life jacket. This should be the first item you buy if you plan to canoe or kayak. A life jacket should be worn at all times when you are in a canoe, kayak or on a boat. [...]
Standard Boating Safety Tips
Whether you are sailing, canoeing or kayaking, there are a few tips everyone should follow to ensure your safety. Enjoying the outdoors and the beautiful waterways is fun and exciting. However, it is always important to remember that accidents can happen. While enjoying your next trip on the water, make sure you are prepared and [...]
The Texas Water Safari
The Texas Water Safari has been dubbed as the World’s Toughest Boat Race. The course starts in San Marcos, Texas, on the San Marcos River and ends in Seadrift, Texas, in the San Antonio Bay. It’s a total of 262 miles long, and has been held annually since 1963 in June. It’s believed that, in [...]
The Missouri River 340
Canoe races require speed, endurance and skill in order to complete, particularly the lengthier marathons, reserved only for those highly trained in the sport. The Missouri River 340 race is the world’s longest non-stop river race. Three hundred and forty miles in length, the race travels from Kansas City, Missouri, to St. Charles, Missouri. The [...]
Ocean Sports in Martha’s Vineyard
Martha’s Vineyard offers the perfect island getaway for the whole family. The destination offers everything from bicycling and birding to fabulous food and fishing. It’s also known for the miles of scenic beaches that boast scenic views of the Atlantic Ocean. If you’re an ocean sport aficionado, Martha’s Vineyard offers an array of water activities [...]