"Paddle The World" July Newsletter - 2011

Summer is here and paddling is in full swing. This month's newsletter has articles on Stand Up Paddle boarding, sun screen and a review of the Advanced Elements Lagoon 2 kayak. Our picture shows Gretchen H. from Michigan in her "maiden voyage" in a Sea Eagle 330 inflatable kayak. Check out the "Web News" for some crazy kayakers and a float tube tip. And, if you or a friend are in the market for a kayak or float tube, check out the PortableKayaks.com Summer Sale! This month's outdoor tip is a handy one about "Backwards Batteries" and our recipe is for an interesting treat, "Hawaiian Fish Jerky."

"Paddle The World" Tips & Info
Helpful tips for kayaking, camping and other outdoor activities!

Kayaking In Upper Michigan
In May, we took a trip to Michigan's Upper Peninsula to visit family. Here's a recap of our chilly, but enjoyable, paddling adventures in Upper Michigan ...

Kayaking In The Galapagos Islands
A long way from Upper Michigan, here's an article and some videos about kayaking and the natural scenery in one of the world's most amazing locales, the Galapagos Islands ...

What Does "Hoe he'e nalu" Mean?
It means "Stand Up Paddle Board" in Hawaiian. That's where the sport began and this is how Sam Wright was introduced to the fastest growing water sport in the world ...

Protect Your Skin This Summer
Summer has arrived and the sun isn't always a good friend to our skin. Check out these tips for using sun screen and taking care of your skin this Summer ...

Product Review of the Month

Advanced Elements Lagoon 2 Kayak Review

Excellent calm water, inflatable kayak for beginners. Check out the summary review of buyer comments from various online review sites.

The Advanced Elements Lagoon 2 Kayak Is On Sale Here!

Outdoor Tip - Backwards Battery Tip
This is a tip for back-packers or campers, but it might even come in handy around the house. Have you ever had your flashlight or any other battery-operated equipment accidently get turned on without you realizing it? Then when you go to use it, you find out that the battery is dead. A good way to prevent this from happening is to put the batteries in backwards while storing or carrying the flashlight on your hike.

Recipe - Hawaiian Fish Jerky
It's common to see beef jerky and turkey jerky all across the continental United States. But this recipe for Hawaiian Fish Jerky is something a little different. I thought I would share it with you. Let us know if you try it and tell us what you think. Here's how to prepare Hawaiian Fish Jerky ...

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"Paddle The World" is a monthly newsletter that features kayaking tips, techniques and other information including a recipe of the month that's related to kayaking, fishing, camping or other outdoor activities. Other "Paddle The World" newsletter features include product reviews and links to interesting stories and videos we've seen on the web.
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