VOLUME 11, ISSUE 2
COVER PHOTO: RYAN CREARY / PADDLER: TIM SHUFF / LOCATION: SOUTH COAST, NEWFOUNDLAND // PHOTO THIS PAGE: PHIL TIFO / LOCATION: PORT HARDY, BC FEATURES 37 Plan Your Expedition
Everything you need to know to launch your own expedition— from how to get fit and handle international logistics to packing, eating, filming and more. Conor Mihell picks the brains of today’s preeminent kayak explorers. Plus: Don’t-leave-home-without-it gear, best expedition films and top expeditions of 2011.
43 Rough Water
expedition planning
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DEPAR TMENTS Channel 16
10 COMMUNITY: You love to roll; budget bungee tip; see you on the water.
12 EDITORIAL: Selfish expeditions, enjoy responsibly.
16 WATERLINES: Cross-cultural connection via a universal translator—the kayak.
Stills
18 PHOTO GALLERY: Sparks Lake tranquility, surfing after the storm, tide pool treasures in British Columbia.
Flotsam and Jetsam Revolution
Once deemed extreme, sea kayak touring’s rough and tumble alter ego is emerging as mainstream fun. David Johnston looks at the boats, gear, training and media that are making it so. If you haven’t tried rough water paddling, strap on a helmet and embrace your inner Ché. Viva la revolución!
22 PEOPLE: Tis summer’s most unlikely expedition team attempts a record Ellesmere Island circumnavigation.
23 SAFETY: Shark encounters are on the rise. Paddle faster.
24 ROCK THE BOAT: Cross- dressing meets cross draws in the battle for gender equality.
26 NEWS: North Shore kayaks cross the Atlantic
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www.adventurekayakmag.com 7 Dream Departures
54 CHANNEL ISLANDS NATIONAL PARK: See classic California on Santa Cruz Island.
Kayaker’s Journal
29 TECHNIQUE: Seeking speed? Te pros weigh in on the high-angle forward stroke.
30 SKILLS: Look up to predict the weather.
31 GEAR: Stay safe with new expedition-rated footwear, PFD, micro tow and handheld VHF radio.
32 BOATS: Value is supreme with the Delta Sixteen and the Advantage S16 by Stellar.
33 FOOD: Forget hash browns. Rösti is the ultimate trip breakfast.
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