June Paddling Recap
June has been packed with unforgettable paddling stories, expert safety advice and standout gear reviews. From a once-in-a-lifetime orca encounter and a 1,000-mile canoe expedition to life-saving rescues and the latest innovations in paddling safety, here are the stories our readers couldn't stop talking about this month.
Here are some of the top stories making waves this month:
Kayaker’s emotional reunion with rescuer after near-fatal drowning (Video)
Why sea kayaking's most glorified skill might not be the one that saves you
A new class of PFD has arrived
Kayaker’s Emotional Reunion With Rescuer After Near-Fatal Drowning (Video)
Ten years after she was caught in a strainer, Nichole Gaertner reunites with the first responder who rescued her and shares his top tips for avoiding dangerous river hazards.
Orca Encounter Of A Lifetime (Video)
A kayaking guide captured an up-close-and-personal encounter with a pod of orcas during a tour near Vancouver.
Stranded Canoeists Rescued In Helicopter Mission (Video)
Dramatic video from the Minnesota Air Rescue Team shows a helicopter mission that extracted a pair of paddlers from the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA).
Rafting The Wildest River In East Tennessee (Video)
The Nolichucky cuts one of the deepest gorges in the Appalachians, and these river guides know why the whitewater is worth the voyage
Review: Niphean Pro Touring Inflatable Paddleboard
Read our review of the budget-friendly inflatable paddleboard.
Myth Of The Bombproof Roll
Sea kayaking’s most glorified skill might not be the one that saves you.
Behind The Rescue: Kayakers Save Family After Car Plunges Into River
The inside story on how veteran river runners leapt into action and saved two lives.
A New Class Of PFD Has Arrived
The U.S. Coast Guard approval of Level 50 PFDs brings a comfortable new safety option for paddlers.
How To Thread A Quick-Release Rescue Belt
Whitewater rescue pros weigh in with best practices for sketchy situations.
Learn Why Survival Stories Make Us Better Paddlers
Why survival stories light up our brains and make us better paddlers
