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SAME Weather Radios

Weather alert radio receivers are important tools for kayakers and other outdoor enthusiasts. Equipped with SAME technology, these simple devices can receive NOAA Weather Radio alerts, forecasts, and other information which are broadcast in the VHF Public Service band. SAME … Continue reading

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National Safe Boating Week 2012

The National Safe Boating Council, along with a number of national and state organizations are promoting National Safe Boating Week and the importance of wearing a life vest. This year, National Safe Boating Week is May 19-25. In 2010, drowning … Continue reading

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Schuylkill River Sojourn

The 14th Annual Schuylkill River Sojourn will be held June 2 thru 8, 2012. The Schuylkill River Sojourn is a guided canoe/kayak trip on the Schuylkill River. The 112-mile paddling trip begins in rural Schuylkill Haven and ends seven days … Continue reading

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Access Permit Required to Kayak in Virginia DGIF Lakes

Beginning January 1, 2012, kayaking or other access to public fishing lakes owned by the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries will require an Access Permit unless the user already possess a valid Virginia hunting, freshwater fishing, or trapping … Continue reading

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Rod Holders for Fishing Kayaks

Rod holders are essential for kayak fishing. Although most fishing kayaks are factory equipped with rod holders, many recreational kayaks lack them. Even fishing kayaks sometimes benefit from the addition of extra rod holders. In either case, aftermarket rod holders … Continue reading

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