Governor General Grants Patronage To The Canadian Canoe Museum
The Canadian Canoe Museum (CCM) is honoured to announce that Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, has granted Viceregal Patronage to the Museum.
Paddlesports Deaths Remained High In 2021, Coast Guard Data Shows
The U.S. Coast Guard has released its 2021 boating accident data.
“The good news is that after the explosive growth and record number of accidents and fatalities that occurred during the pandemic year of 2020, the number of recreational boating incidents and fatalities declined in 2021,” says Water Sports Foundation Executive Director Jim Emmons.
Celebrate National Canoe Day on June 26th with The Canadian Canoe Museum
June 26th was coined National Canoe Day by The Canadian Canoe Museum following a CBC campaign that, in 2007, declared the canoe one of the Seven Wonders of Canada. Ever since, and in many ways – from proclamations to paddling parties – Canadians have connected and shared their affinity for canoes! Since the COVID-19 pandemic, National Canoe Day has also been celebrated virtually.
Pelican International Acquires GSI Outdoors
Pelican is expanding its product lines and international presence with a marked entry and as a key player in the camping and outdoor equipment sector.
Swell Watercraft To Open New Factory In Iowa
Swell Watercraft has successfully raised over $145,000 at Wefunder.com on its quest to build a world-class rotomolding facility in the U.S. Now it’s taking the next steps towards fulfilling that goal.
Record-Setting 119 Teams Registered For Yukon River Quest 2022
Enthusiasm for the Yukon River Quest is at an all-time high this year, with a record-setting field of 119 teams currently registered. That doesn’t surprise anyone, says board president, Deb Bartlette, considering the 2020 race was a no-go due to the pandemic and 2021 was cancelled due to flooding.
Lone Kayaker Saves Two Men From Sinking Motorboat
Unlikely hero credits kayak safety training for rescue of two non-swimmers from South Carolina Lake.
“We Are Werner” Celebrates The People Behind the Paddles
Last week Werner Paddles debuted a nine-minute tribute film to the folks who make the company’s paddles in suburban Seattle. The project, four years in the making, is an homage to the “all the team members who work hard every day to put Werner Paddles in the hands of paddlers around the world.”
Registrations for The Big Gear Show Surge
The Big Gear Show has continued to show strength in numbers on both the retail registrations front, as well as with exhibitor booth sales. Currently, over 200 retail businesses, representing more than 900 stores have registered, eclipsing the total number of retailers that attended the 2021 event.
Astral Debuts Water Sandals
"In Spring ’22 Astral will proudly introduce its highly anticipated first two sandals, The PFD Sandal™ and Webber Sandal™. Decades in the making The PFD Sandal™ and Webber Sandal™, represent Astral’s dedication to building the high performance equipment, made in the least toxic, lowest impact way.
NRS Announces New Generation of Dry Wear With GORE-TEX® Pro Line
Northwest River Supplies (NRS), a worldwide leader in paddlesports equipment and apparel, is introducing a new generation of dry wear developed in partnership with GORE-TEX and built with the GORE-TEX Pro line of materials.
Wing Inflatables Releases New Raft in Throwback Blue Colorway
A historical nudge for commitment into the future
Oru’s Most Minimalist Folding Kayak Has Surpassed $2.5M On Kickstarter
The Lake is the lightest non-inflatable kayak in the world and is Oru’s most affordable boat to date.
Outdoor Retailer Announces Move Back To Salt Lake City
Outdoor industry's largest trade show moves back to Utah amid boycott threats.
Launch Kayaks Not Missiles: Paddlesports Rallies To Ukraine Relief
Inside industry efforts and initiatives from manufacturers, the ACA, ICF and local paddlers.
Red Bull Rapids Making U.S. Debut At Riversport OKC
50 teams are selected to create their own man-made vessels to race down a 258-yard whitewater course.
Water Sports Foundation Wins IBWSS Communication Award
This is the organization's third national boating safety recognition for its 2021 marketing outreach.
ICF Announces 2022 Canoe Super Cup, World Cup To Move From Russia To OKC
Change comes in response to the IOC’s directive to move international competition out of Russia in the wake of the Russian invasion and the war in Ukraine.
Pyranha On Track To Raise £120,000 For Ukraine Fundraiser
Pyranha produced a limited number of the P&H Virgo and Pyranha Scorch in a custom blue/yellow colorway.
Ed Vater Announces Retirement
Vater’s retirement is the end of an era at Aqua Bound and Bending Branches, after enjoying 20 years with the brands.