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Make Your Canoe Easier to Rescue
Adding painter lines, end loops, and extra flotation will make your canoe easier to retrieve in the event of a capsize or spill.
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From Flotation to Growing plants
The Flotation method gives you the opportunity to control how you grow your winged seed species. Here's what to do with your seedlings when you are ready to plant them up.
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Flotation of Winged Seed Species
A method for germinating seeds that don't remain viable for long periods of time.
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Seed Germination - Flotation
If you have only considered growing the winged seed of Hippeastrum, Cyrtanthus or others in a soil mix, then stop to consider Flotation. It is a method with a lot of potential and much success.
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Mustang Rescue Stick
Mustang Survival Systems has introduced a new emergency floatation device that could be an effective part of your vessel's man overboard procedure.
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Five Top Spas in Denver, Colorado
From day spas to hotel spas to salons and wellness centers, Denver offers the latest massage, skin care and beauty treatments for weary business and holiday travelers.
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Kayak Fishing is Green Boating
The fishing kayak makes for a green sport. It creates no greenhouse gas emissions, uses no gasoline, requires no boat insurance, and it can be carried on a hybrid SUV.
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Water Fun for Infants and Toddlers
Teaching infants and toddlers to swim can be fun for both parent and child using games and activities to help small children become acquainted with the water.
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Life Jackets...So Many, So Different
All you ever wanted to know about PFDs.
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NMMA Certification Programs
Yachts, boats, dealerships, personal watercraft, boat trailers, and even engine oil enjoy a standards program sponsored by the National Marine Manufacturers Association
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Paddlers Safety Checklist
Here is an outline of actions and items that should be part of your next safe paddling trip compiled by the American Canoe Association and United States Coast Guard
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How to Survive a Rip Current
Learning what causes a rip current and knowing what to do when it happens will increase your chances of survival when this natural disaster occurs at the beach.
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Swimming With Dogs
Water games, beachcombing, and boating can be great summer fun while pool alarm systems, flotation devices, and other security measures keep your family and pets safe.
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Paddling Risk Management
Boating accidents are the final product of multiple factors contributing to the final event. Risk management looks to break the chain of events.
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Anatomy of a Sea Kayak
Sea kayaks have several important features of interest to paddlers. Here is a description of the basic components found in a sea kayak.
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Choosing the Best Snowshoe for Activity and Size
Snowshoes come in a variety of different models - style of snowshoeing, individual weight, and snow conditions must be considered in order to choose the right snowshoe.
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Fatal Falls Overboard
Recreational boaters can learn important safety lessons from a study recently published concerning fatal falls overboard in the commercial fishing industry.
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Teaching Kids to Canoe
Learning to handle a canoe is a lot like learning to swim. Once a child masters the skills needed, their confidence will carry them through many tricky situations.
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Boat Smart from the Start - National Safe Boating Week 1999
1999 National Safe Boating Week. Boat Smart from the Start. Wear Your Life Jacket.
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Calling All Kids and Snorkelers: SASY® and Snuba®
SASY® and Snuba® make it easy for everyone to enjoy the fantastic underwater world.
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Growing Lilies from Seed
The wonderful Lilium is commencing to flower now here in our spring weather. Seed is a practical and inexpensive way to propagate them. Why not have a go!
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Guest Article: Water Safety Smarts!
Be smart about water safety this summer. Get tips from an expert on how to keep your kids safe around the water!
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Off to the Races
Getting started in PWC racing.
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Missing But Not Lost
The Witchraft disppeared in the Bermuda Triangle in December 1967. The occupants are considered "missing - but not lost at sea".
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Fishing the Dry-Fly; Part One of Two
The history of the dry fly in it's self is quite interesting. Using the dry fly is a challenge that can be mastered.
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Happy Birthday, America!
The 4th of July in the United States: Independence Day
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ICE IS NICE
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MANY, MANY MAYFLIES
A quick look at Mayfly basics
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Paddling Glen Canyon
Take a relaxing and HIGHLY scenic float trip beneath vertical sandstone cliffs on the Colorado River. No permit needed! No Fees. Everything you need to know...
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Update: Boating Regulations
Keep up to date with the ever changing State boating regulations.
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Anatomy of a Canoe
A basic anatomy lesson describing the parts and terms used with canoes. A good starting point for learning more about the craft.
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Cold Water Near Drowning
Aggressively treat victims of drowning. Research and experience shows cold water has a positive effect on odds of potential survival in a submersion incident.
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Fairy Tale Birthday Party
A fairy tale theme is perfect for birthday parties that include both genders. There are many fun birthday activities and decorations that can make the day special.
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Give the Gift of Boating Safety for Christmas
There are many boating safety related items that would made a great gift with lasting benefits for friends and family that are boaters.
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Man Overboard Basics
Develop a plan to successfully retrieve your crew from the water and get them back on your boat. Practice MOB procedures.
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Prepare For Those First Open-Water Mask Drills
Replacing and clearing a face mask is a key skill for a diver. Here is an exercise to help nervous students transition from pool drills to performance in open water.
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Rip Current Safety Practices
Rip currents are present at any beach that experiences active surf. Here are some hints on how to improve safety around these potentially dangerous currents
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Safely Moor Your Vessel
Mooring a vessel in the wind can be challenging and somewhat entertaining at times. Plan ahead and practice your docking skills.
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Swimming with a Toddler
Toddlers may be hesitant when first being exposed to a swimming pool. A slow introduction can help a toddler overcome their fear.
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Cyrtanthus
Cyrtanthus is a wonderful genus with many species available, although some are only for the specialist. However, there are many hybrids and some species that you could easily add to your collection.
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Growing On
Potting up your seedlings properly helps to guarantee successful, healthy plants.
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Introduction to Snowboarding
Thinking of trying snowboarding, but you don't even ski? Get a taste of your winters to come!
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Sea Creatures 101: Sea Dragons: Are They Real?
Weedy and leafy sea-dragons: habitat, mating, and things that they have in common with sea-horses and pipe-fish.
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Soil Compaction
Soil compaction is a serious problem on the farm and can result in reduced crop yields. By recognizing the factors that contribute to the problem it is possible to practice better farming techniques which can reduce the cost of soil compaction.
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South Cadbury Environs Project, Somerset, England
This article examines a field school and archaeological volunteer opportunity at South Cadbury Environs Project, Somerset, England.
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About the English Bulldog Breed
The English Bulldog has increased in popularity over the past decade and is now in the AKC top ten dogs registered. Who can resist their lovable looks?
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Deepwater Starts on a Sailboard
The deepwater start is an important skill a windsurfer needs on a short board. It is vital because it is difficult to up-haul the sail on a short board.
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Defensive Swimming in Swift Water
Knowing basic defensive swimming skills will help reduce injury and improve boater safety when paddlers are inadvertently swept into swift water.
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Explore the Kohala Coast, HI
The west coast of the Big Island of Hawaii welcomes visitors to its unique Hawaiian shores.
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Flying with Self-Inflating PFDs
Self-inflating life jackets are important safety gear that should always be at hand. Carrying PFDs with CO2 cylinders onboard aircraft can create problems for boaters.
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