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SHARK TAGGING BY KAYAK - Catch & Release Program for documenting threatened species. The slaughter of 100 million sharks a year has severe repercussions for the whole marine ecosystem - By Simon Everett
Paddling Among Sea Turtles in the Pulau Banyak Archipelago, Indonesia
Pulau Bangkaru is an amazing place struggling to recover from the 2004 Tsunami. The entire island a National Park and one of the most important nesting grounds for sea turtles in Southeast Asia. Join Georg Jackstadt on his paddle trip through this rainforest archipelago.

"How To Avoid Becoming Shark Bait - A Guide For Kayakers Against Shark, Alligator or Crocodile Attacks"
Opening The Eyes of Our Youth For Tomorrow:
Artist Boat of Galveston, Texas
Utilizing kayaks to help youth appreciate the environmental challenges facing the Galveston, TX area.
Sea Cave Basics By Dave Bunnell

Dave Bunnell has explored and surveyed over 500 sea caves. Carved by the power of oceans, sea caves may be gentle or treacherous to explore.
Waterkeepers: A History Contributed by David Whiteside
A Poignant account of great efforts by a few fishermen resulting in global changes in the way our waterways are protected & preserved.
After The Deluge By John Gray
Despite challenges John Gray's Sea Canoe of Thailand is in operation. Here is this Phuket kayak outfitter's account of the December 26, 2004 Tsunami that devastated Indian Ocean coastlines.
K-9 Kayaking By Lonnie Olson
Excellent detailed article about kayaking with your dog by Lonnie Olson Director of "Dog Scouts of America".

The Charles: A Reminiscence by Tom Holtey
As a young man I worked one my first jobs at the Charles River Canoe Service. Dramatic improvements in the pollution due to non-profit organizations and volunteers are evident today.

Protecting Our Waters From Polluted Run-off Did you know just one quart of oil can contaminate 250,000 gallons of water? Learn how you can help protect your local waters with these great tips from The San Diego Baykeepers organization.

Wildlife Viewing & Photography Tips by Andrew Thompson
Photographer / Kayaker Andrew Thompson of Wild Light Images shares tips on how to properly approach and observe wildlife for the best experience and photographs.
Rules of The Wild by Tom Holtey
Tom explores those close encounters with wildlife that tempt and engage the kayaker. Guidance and suggestions with links to booka as well as free publications.
"Almost Gone...But Not Forgotten: An Iraqi Kayaker Remembers His Homeland As A Paddler's Paradise"
Interview with Kayakers Azzam & Dr. Suzie Alwash; April 12, 2003 by Athena Holtey

102 Days Alone Around Vancouver Island A Northwest Fly Fisherman finds: "...deserted, sun-drenched beaches at the edge of a thumping North Pacific Ocean and a mother-lode of wilderness fly fishing potential."

"The Great Oswegatchie Canoe Wilderness" Learn how ecology and business profit from this Sierra Club proposal...and how you can help.
Lake Bag'in In The High Sierras  by Scott Shaw
Take a paddle with Scott & view the scenery off the bow of his kayak as he makes way through the June Lake Loop of the Eastern Sierras. Beautiful photos!


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