directory of Sports related websites.
Website of camping related news, books and web resources.
Time spent on water connects people.
Welcome to your single source of information on fishing, boating and caring for the water. Water Works Wonders is packed with useful, localized information. Get out on the water and see where it takes you.
A Link Page of; Kayak Vendors, Canoe Vendors, Boat Building, Paddles, Paddling Gear, Outfitters/Retailers, Misc. Links, Classifieds/MSG boards, Magazines/Clubs/Organizations.
A kayak site where everyone can add or change things. It is worth a look.
The Mother of All Maritime Links
Everything about Surfing including web cams and lots of links.
These are the best sea kayaking magazines available.
All east coast paddlers should be reading Atlantic Coastal Kayaker. Every issue is full of useful information dealing with our local area. If you only subscribe to one kayaking magazine this should be it.
Sea Kayaker Magazine remains a standard for all North American paddlers.
Folding Kayaker
No website yet, but a great newsletter for all the folding boat enthusiasts. E-mail Ralph Diaz for information.
Northeast Paddlers Message Board
A great site to find all kind of kayaking information, from river conditions to clubs and other outfitters.
Paddlewise is the semi-moderated mailing list established for discussion of all paddling related topics in all areas of the world. Paddlewise is dedicated to safe and environmentally responsible sea kayaking and other paddle sports. Here you will find a wealth of knowledge and information made possible through frank and friendly discussions among its members who are willing to share their combined experiences, dedication and expertise. Both expert and novice have something to learn and to teach each other. The objective of this semi-moderated forum is to encourage useful interchange on the subject of paddling boats and represents a community of friendships formed from the mutual joy and interests shared in a great sport!
Is camping available near Peekskill?
Camping is available at Croton Point Park [(914) 271-3293], about 15 minutes south of Peekskill by car. The campground is accessible by car and by Metro-North railroad. They do not take reservations for tent sites, so plan accordingly. 4-person and 6-person cabins can be reserved. We are told that these cabins are also highly popular, and that reservations are already being taken for the summer.
What about motel accommodations near Peekskill?
The Peekskill Inn is less than a mile from the our site. Plan to reserve early, since the Inn fills up early.
USA Canoe/Kayak Polo Committee
A good site with most of the basic information.
Includes a photo gallery and international polo club list.
ICF Calendar, Rules & History.
University of London Canoe Polo Page - Includes a link to The Idiot's Guide to Canoe Polo.
Manufacturer of plastic and composite polo kayaks.
Manufacturer of polo kayaks in 3 sizes.
Gecko is the Polo Kayak from the well known manufacturer of kayaks (Eskimo).
Long Island Maritime Lawyer - Jones Act & Boating Accident Law
Tim Akpinar provides legal counsel for recreational boating and commercial seamen with salvage, collision, accident, injury, Jones Act, contract and other maritime law matters throughout the United States. Free & confidential initial consultation.
The Mountain Workshop offers all kind of outdoor programs, but specializes in kids and corporate programs.
Working Waterfront Association
This New York City organization has a site includes information on history, safety, environment, a photo gallery and much more. The Working Waterfront Association is a coalition of more than 200 organizations and individual members dedicated to an ideal of eliminating the boundaries that separate all of us from our natural connection to the water.
For a different experience try tubing the Esopus River in Phoenicia New York. Located in the heart of the Catskill Mountains is a five mile stretch of river that has become one of the most popular tubing courses around. This is the same area we run our white water cross training programs.
Everything you want in New York State.
Gail E. Ferris, 1 Bowhay Hill, Stony Creek, CT 06405-5701 USA, phone 1 203 481-4539; fax 1 203-488-7969; E-mail: gaileferris@hotmail.com, http://www.guillemot-kayaks.com/Trips/Gail/GailFerris.html.
Dr. Ben E. Benjamin has dedicated his life to helping people cope with and overcome the pain and stress caused by injury to the bodies soft tissues (muscles, tendons, ligaments). His muscular and friction therapy techniques help reduce and eliminate pain produced by adhesive scar tissue formed from soft tissue injury. As kayakers we need to take care of our bodies.
Written by several West Marine product advisors, the West Advisor attacks challenging problems head-on, and is not afraid to step out on a limb (or step on a few toes) in pursuit of providing the best information. Topics range from how to do minor gel coat repairs, to what's new in GPS, to how to pick the right wire for various applications on board. Most of the topics are chosen based on our customers' frequently asked questions, while others are descriptions of what we've learned, often the hard way, while enjoying the sport of boating. We welcome your comments, and encourage you to suggest topics for future West Advisors.
We call them Devil Heads, but they are really Water Chestnut. We seen them floating along the Hudson River and they are an invasive exotic plant that can be found from Canada to Virginia.
The expedition started on Dec. 5th, 1999 and was completed in April of 2000.
"A sea kayak battles the freezing Irish waters as the morning sun rises out of the countryside. On the western horizon is the pinnacle of Skellig Michael - seven hundred feet of vertical rock rising out of exploding seas. Somewhere on the isolated island are sixth century monastic ruins where the light of civilization was kept burning during the Dark Ages by early Christian monks. Puffins surface a few yards from the boat, as hundreds of gannets wheel overhead on six-foot wingspans. The ocean rises violently and tosses paddler and boat as if they were discarded floatsam." This is just one day of Chris Duff's incredible three-month journey ... more.