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Forward Strokes and Free Beer: Grand Canyon in 6 Days
On Monday, September 21st, two friends launched from Lee's Ferry and began their self-support paddle through the Grand Canyon. Their goal? Make it to Pearce Ferry, 280 miles downstream, before September 27th. Kayaker Nick Gilbert breaks down his day by day experience of his "quick lap" in the Big Ditch.
3 Days to Plan a 280 Mile Self-Support Kayak Trip
On Friday, September 18th, two friends picked up a last-minute Grand Canyon permit. Their launch date? Three days later. Learn how they packed and planned for this self-support kayak trip through the Big Ditch.
Sand Mats: Not Just a Kitchen Floor!
If you review the regulations for any permitted section of river, pretty much all of them require having a floor for your kitchen as part of leav...
Why You Need a Captain's Cooler for your Raft
If you are looking for a more dialed set up the lowest hanging fruit is, undoubtedly, a captain's cooler.