Now You Can Run the Grand Canyon Online

A trip through the Grand Canyon on the Colorado River is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for most people, complete with big-water rapids, soaring red rock walls and a near-endless collection of hidden wonders along the way.

And now Web users can … Continue reading


SUP and River Kayaking in Newquay, Cornwall

Stand up paddleboarding (SUP) has become one of the world’s fastest growing water sports. Not only does it offer a great work out in the open air, it also enables you to progress in the water at your own pace. … Continue reading


Poole and Bournemouth Water Sports Tuition on Dorset’s Coast

Poole, in Dorset, on England’s south coast, is a haven for water sports. Its bay and vast harbour have become popular for windsurfing, water skiing and kitesurfing. With possibly the largest sheltered, natural harbour in Europe, it’s easy to see … Continue reading


Kayaking, Canoeing and More in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park

Spectacular scenery and a wide variety of water sports are what makes Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park so popular. Being the largest stretch of freshwater in mainland Britain, it’s little wonder that kayaking and canoeing enthusiasts flock there. … Continue reading


River Sports in Friday Harbor Washington State

With around 170 islands to dive from, Washington State’s San Juan Islands offer a huge variety of idyllic locations. And the scenery doesn’t stop at the waterline. Island Dive and Watersports, based in Friday Harbor, provides possibly the ultimate. Since … Continue reading


Water Sports on the Tamar River

The Tamar River is one mighty stretch of water. It flows for 80 kms, partly forming the natural boundary between Devon and Cornwall in southwest England. With tidal creeks ideal for exploring by boat, the river is a mecca for … Continue reading


Gone Fishing, British Columbia

fishing pole hanging over a river with mountains in background

There’s no denying it. British Columbia yields some of the Pacific Northwest’s best areas to reel in that elusive catch. Whether saltwater or freshwater fishing, the region always comes up ahead. And while you wait for the fish to bite, … Continue reading


Gear Review: KEEN Alpha WP CNX shoes

The KEEN Alpha WP CNX is a low drop, low-cut shoe featuring a waterproof breathable layer. It is neither a trail runner nor a light hiker, per se. It could fulfill either role, however, as well as offering an alternative … Continue reading


Gear Review: KEEN Clearwater Sandals

I am sitting here wearing a brand new pair of KEEN Clearwater sandals while I write this review. Which should raise the question of how I can write a review of a sandal designed for outdoor adventure if I am … Continue reading


The Unbearable Lightness of KEEN’s Clearwater CNX Sandals for Women

In the middle of Southern California’s heat-wave, I was anxious for good news. I was hoping for the first dousing of rain to arrive, but sometimes good news comes in the form of light packages delivered to your front door.… Continue reading