Resources
Is the weather outside no good? Don't worry we've got a full day of whitewater links for you to browse.
Dagger Affliates
AT
Adventure Technology is unquestionably the leader in ergonomically advanced kayak paddles. Since 1993 we have taken great pride in combining the vastly improved control and comfort of our patented designs with the lightest, strongest and most durable construction available. See what an AT can do for your boating experience. Try one and you'll never go back.
Harmony Gear
Harmony Gear your place for kayak accessories. Whether you're a radical rodeo king or the Buddha of the Boundary Waters, people can tell a lot about you just by eyeing your ride. Accessories are no different. But instead of fronting your attitude, they're the tell-tale signs of intelligence.
Dagger Australia
Serving Australia and New Zealand retail dealers and consumers with Dagger kayaks and canoes. Product line is specific to Aussie and Kiwi markets. Please use the Categories across the top bar to access links to sites concerning Travel, Maps, Organizations, State, Federal, Magazines, Forums and Instructional information!
Dagger Europe
Dagger Europe imports and manufactures Dagger kayaks for 18 different European nations from their UK base. With a massive line of new and older Dagger models to suit each nation, we offer products suitable for large club groups as well as committed individuals. Dagger Europe also suports many national partners and affiliated programs. Click through for details of products, the European Team D and local stockists.
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Travel
Lonely Planet
Hundreds of guides to thousands of places.
Lets Go.com
The resource for the independent traveler.
National Geographic Traveler
Resources for travelers including links, news, features and maps.
Expedia Travel
MSN site to find discount airfare, etc.
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Maps
Trails.com
30,000 Trails and Trips.
MapBlast
Driving directions and maps online.
MapQuest
Driving directions and maps online.
Expedia
Driving directions and maps online.
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Organizations
National Park Foundation
2005 National Parks Passes are available. Don't forget to buy one for yourself or as a gift for someone else.
Pacific Rivers Council
The Pacific Rivers Council is one of the largest and most successful river conservation organizations in the United States. Their mission is to protect and restore rivers, their watersheds and native aquatic species.
Canadian Recreational Canoeing Association
The CRCA was formed as a result of the perceived need that recreational paddling enthusiasts from across Canada required a national body to co-ordinate the efforts of those involved in non-competitive canoeing and kayaking.
American Whitewater Association
The mission of AWA is to conserve and restore America's whitewater resources and to enhance opportunities to enjoy them safely.
Sierra Club
"Explore, Enjoy and Protect the Planet" is the Sierra Club's motto. This site has links to events, issues and chapters in most states (US).
American Rivers
A nonprofit conservation organization dedicated to protecting and restoring rivers nationwide (US).
US Canoe and Kayak Team
Official website of the US Canoe and Kayak Team — a Slalom, Wildwater and Sprint racing resource.
American Canoe Association - ACA
American Canoe Association: Leader in Outdoor Recreation and Conservation since 1880.
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State
South Carolina State Parks
Official website of the South Carolina Parks Service.
Friends of the River (CA)
California's statewide river conservation organization.
Tennessee State Parks
Official website of Tennessee State Parks.
WaterWatch of Oregon
"Rivers need water" is their slogan. Their mission is to protect Oregon's Rivers. Part of the RiverAction Network.
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Federal
US Geological Survey - Water Levels
Find out where the water is running using the USGS website's map of river gauges.
National Oceanic&Atmospheric Administration(US)
Links to Weather, Ocean, Satellite, Coastal and Navigational information.
National Weather Service (USA)
Direct access to U.S. official weather forecast products and observations.
Rock Island TVA Water Releases
Winter freestyle kayaking in Appalachia? TVA's Rock Island (Great Falls Dam) is usually running most of the winter and well into the spring. You'll need two or more generators and CFS of 2,200 to 5,000 to surf it.
TVA River Information
Find out where the water's running using the Tennessee Valley Authority's stream flows page.
Wild and Scenic Rivers
Official website of National Wild and Scenic Rivers System (US).
US National Forest Map
Links to US National Forest websites many of which have information about rivers for paddlers.
National Park Guide
Website provided by National Park Service. Provides detailed information on US National Park locations.
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Magazines
Kayak Magazine
Kayak Magazine focuses on the cutting edge of whitewater kayaking in the US and Canada.
Paddler Magazine
Kayak Magazine focuses on the cutting edge of whitewater kayaking in the US and Canada.
Playak.com
The on-line magazine that unites the playboating community. Site includes a list of playboating spots around the globe.
Sea Kayaker
Sea Kayaker Magazine On-Line
American Whitewater Journal
The Journal of the American Whitewater Association.
Rapid Magazine
Rapid Magazine is Canada's best publication about whitewater paddling.
Canoe & Kayak Magazine
"The #1 Paddlesports Resource."
Kayak Session
"Fresh, powerful and inspiring... Yep, that's Kayak Session."
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Forums
Boat werks
Find out where the water is running using the USGS website's map of river gauges.
Boater talk
The voice of the paddling nation.
Mountain Buzz
Winter freestyle kayaking in Appalachia? TVA's Rock Island (Great Falls Dam) is usually running most of the winter and well into the spring. You'll need two or more generators and CFS of 2,200 to 5,000 to surf it.
Northeast Paddlers
Links to Weather, Ocean, Satellite, Coastal and Navigational information.
Wetdawg.com
Whitewater & sea kayaking forums, trip reports, feature stories, profiles, and photos.
Rec.Boats.Paddle
Winter freestyle kayaking in Appalachia? TVA's Rock Island (Great Falls Dam) is usually running most of the winter and well into the spring. You'll need two or more generators and CFS of 2,200 to 5,000 to surf it.
Paddling.Net
Canoeing and Kayaking Info: includes a buyer's guide and product reviews.
Playak.com
Kayak and whitewater paddle news. Boat database, event calendar, competition results, and kayak reviews.
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Instructional
Performance Video
Learn how to paddle or paddle better with Kent Ford.
Kayak Instruct.com
Learn it right the first time! Get your lesson from an ACA(American Canoe Association) Certified Instructor.
Adventure Kayaking.com
Whitewater kayak instruction and guided trips to Ecuador and the western US.
Montana Surf.com
Montana Surk Kayak School offers whitewater kayak instruction for all ages and skill levels throughout the Greater Yellowstone Valley and Southwestern Montana.
National Outdoor Leadership School
The premier teacher of outdoor skills and leadership, offers courses 10 days to full semesters in the world's most spectacular wilderness classrooms.
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