Winter is almost here. There’s nothing on Netflix, Hulu, Peacock, etc. Not much on You Tube. Good time to cozy up with a book by the fire. Here are some recommendations. The first mentioned are books we hope to report …
A Carolina Paddler story TRISARAHTOPS AND THE GORILLA Photography and text by Alton Chewning For many people -racers and fans- Sarah Ruhlen was the spirit of the Green Race. The sprite that raced from place to place, emerging one moment …
Up the Creek… Without a Paddle a Carolina Paddler article by Larry Ausley Much of the mental game that goes along with paddling is the planning (both in advance of the trip and as in-the-moment of the water right in …
Editor’s Note: As Paul mentions below, this article, “Nantahala Race Redoux” is a follow up to a much earlier article called, “Trying to Go Fast.” Please give a read of the original story and be sure to look at the …
Carolina Paddler Book Report: “Down to the River” Written by Caitlynne Garland Illustrated by Marian Gorin Our book reporters are Hadley and Dylan Mcpeake and Tucker and Cora Chandler. “Down to the River” is a water safety book recommended …
Lost Rapids of the Haw by Zach Schiada Often, I seem to find myself interested in the niche or what some might consider weird experiences in whitewater paddling. This sometimes leads me to explore creeks that are not documented as …
In this issue of Carolina Paddler: •A Celebration of Life for Sarah Elizabeth Ruhlen Family and friends gathered in Bryson City on September 24th to share the joy and memories of Sarah Ruhlen. •Larry’s Tips No. 7: Lights and Whistles …
Water Words: “Red Kayak” By Priscilla Cummings Penguin Group, 2006 208 pages Report by J.J. Payano “Red Kayak” is a fictional book. Characters: Brady likes oyster fishing and crabbing with his friends J.T. and Digger. J.T. likes Green Tea with …
Ask Dr. Shuttle • by Mark Brenneman Mark takes a humorous look at the fine art of setting shuttle. This article appeared in the Canoe Cruisers Association’s newsletter, Cruiser, in the September-October 2022 issue. When asked how long we should …
by Larry Ausley Be Seen. Be Heard. Paddlers enjoy a great deal of freedom from a myriad of boating laws that powerboaters and sailors have to meet. At least in NC, paddlers don’t need to register (nor pay registration fees) …
