Kayaking the Pacific Ocean Coast of California and Oregon
An adventure is an outing where the outcome is uncertain. - Bryant Burkhardt This book does not disappoint. Bryant has done it all, from dodging icebergs in Alaska and exploring the Channel Islands to creeking in L.A. and captaining the U.S. … [Continue reading] about A Paddler’s Journey by Bryant Burkhardt – A Review
Editor's note: Thanks to Robert Kendall for the photos and Medford Judo Academy for sharing the mat.Core stability is crucial to kayaking. We use our core muscles to stay upright in the boat, to flex forward when surfing, to keep our backs … [Continue reading] about Kayak Fitness – Core Strength and Stability
by Tsunami Ranger Commander Michael PowersEditor's note: Thanks to photographers Rob Cala and Dave Norket, as well as our own Michael Powers, for the photos!TRs Steve "El Rey" King and Tim Sullivan breaking the wave barrierOn a day with … [Continue reading] about Tsunami Rangers Go Inflatable
by Tsunami Ranger Commander Michael PowersEditor's note: Thanks to TRs Michael Powers and Jim Kakuk for the great photos! Winter storms pretty much destroyed our beloved kayak ramp and access to Miramar Beach out front – so for a while a race … [Continue reading] about Reef Madness 2015 – The Madness Continues!
Editor's note: This is the final part of our four part series on Ocean Survival Swimming. Eric wrote this a long time ago but he never deviated from his opinions on the topic. I've practiced many of the drills recommended in this series, and they're … [Continue reading] about Ocean Survival Swimming – Part 4
by Joanne and Doug SchwartzEditor's note: Always understanding kayaking as a place to be and a way to go, not a transport from here to there, Joanne and her husband Doug have paddled since the mid-1980's and are still exploring the world, … [Continue reading] about Opportunities Open Whenever You’re Ready -Kayak Touring the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia
Kayak Brother by Tsunami Ranger Commander Michael Powers He was drawn to the sea Like a child to Great Mother's knee For years he lingered by her shore Entranced by her power and learning her lore Then one fateful day he beheld A swift primal … [Continue reading] about Eric Soares: August 1, 1953 – February 1, 2012
Editor's note: This is Part Three of Eric's thesis on Ocean Survival Swimming, covering ocean swimming training. Part One introduces Tsunami Ranger Eric Soares' philosophy on this topic, Part Two covers the four prerequisites for ocean survival … [Continue reading] about Ocean Survival Swimming Part 3 – Ocean Swimming Training
by Tsunami Ranger Commander "Tortuga" Deb VolturnoEditor's note: 'Tis the Season, and once again we address the engrossing subject of What to Drink When Kayaking!A celebratory toasting tradition is rooted in river kayaking for me, and … [Continue reading] about Snake Bite Medicine – A Sea Kayaker’s Cure-all
by Barbara KossyEditor's note: Barbara Kossy is an artist and environmental activist. She lives in Moss Beach, California with her husband John Dixon, Tsunami Ranger and surfski paddler. She is a former president of Bay Area Sea Kayakers and … [Continue reading] about Paddle California 2014
Editor's note: This essay on the Four Prerequisites to Ocean Swimming is the second in our four part series on Ocean Survival Swimming. It's opinionated, funny, and informative. Enjoy.STAY WITH THE BOAT An old mariner's maxim. This rule is … [Continue reading] about Ocean Survival Swimming – Part 2
Captain Kuk: When Eric and I first came up with the idea of a kayaking team in 1984 we wanted to have a system for rating the skills of the paddlers that we planned on inviting to join us. Eric proposed that we use naval ranking. Having been in the … [Continue reading] about Tsunami Ranger Retreat 2014: A New Ranger!
Editor's Note: Tsunami Ranger Commander Eric Soares wrote this detailed thesis illustrating the Tsunami Rangers' emphasis on ocean survival swimming as a key skill for sea kayakers. We'll publish his thesis in four parts. This first part is the … [Continue reading] about Ocean Survival Swimming – A Sea Kayaker’s Guide to Staying Alive in the Water
