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What to Look For in a Summer Camp

Owen Johnson — Tue, 16 May 2023 20:20:44 +0000

Summer camps can easily be one of the most influential times in a child’s development. If it is held in a fun, safe, and inclusive environment, a child will easily thrive and grow throughout their time there. The magic of these camps is that a kid can develop strong values and a resilient personality without ...

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Aluminum vs. Kevlar Canoes

Owen Johnson — Mon, 13 Mar 2023 14:19:12 +0000

If you have either read the title of this article or searched it up, you are well aware that there are two primary types of canoes: Aluminum and Kevlar. Both have various strengths and weaknesses, and both have their own individual situations where they excel! Here, we will be examining five of the most important ...

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Kayak Carts

Owen Johnson — Thu, 02 Mar 2023 23:52:33 +0000

Nine out of ten times, you will see kayaks being transported via trailers on the rear end of a vehicle. However, if you are reading this right now, you most likely have either seen or thought of an alternative- kayak carts! Kayak carts are an excellent, space-saving, vehicle-free, reliable method to transport a kayak or ...

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Insulated Tents and Camping in Winter

Owen Johnson — Mon, 16 Jan 2023 21:59:17 +0000

Camping in the winter is often a daunting prospect, and for good reason! Sleeping in cold conditions can be dangerous or even fatal without proper preparation. Snow, too, can make it difficult to get up and moving on cold winter mornings. For these reasons, it is of critical importance to be properly equipped with a ...

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Kayak Trailers

Owen Johnson — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 23:26:13 +0000

If you own or are thinking of owning a kayak, chances are that you would like to take it somewhere! The way that you will most often be capable of doing this is by using a kayak trailer. Here we look at the market and the 3 best kayak trailers. What Types of Kayak Trailers ...

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Best 3 Point Slinger for a Camera

Owen Johnson — Mon, 07 Nov 2022 20:15:53 +0000

When out capturing the best scenes that nature has to offer, the last thing you want to worry about is your camera dropping into water or onto a bed of sharp rocks. Cameras and lenses are by no means inexpensive, and you don’t want a perfect outskirt being ruined by a damaged camera. One of ...

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Best Kids Kayaks

Owen Johnson — Tue, 01 Nov 2022 13:08:33 +0000

Kayaking is a great activity to do with your kids. Not only is it a lot of fun, but it also provides plenty of exercise with fresh air as you tread through the water. It can be a bit challenging to find the best kayaks for kids, though. There are so many options on the ...

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Fly Fishing Waders Overview

Owen Johnson — Mon, 31 Oct 2022 13:37:01 +0000

You undoubtedly have noticed that waders go hand in hand in fly fishing. In fact, many would argue that waders are the most important piece of gear for fly fishing, second only to a rod! It is very important to find a pair that will suit you and your needs perfectly. Waders are not a ...

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