Paddling The Blue Podcast

#91 - Renata Chlumska-Circumnavigating the USA by kayak and bike

Today’s guest is Renata Chlumska. She is a legendary professional adventurer who brings an incredible history, having reached the Seven Summits, the highest points on each continent. Today she joins us to talk about another expedition that doesn’t involve high peaks, but one with great personal meaning to her.
Join us as Renata describes paddling and biking 11,300 miles over 439 days covering 32 states to circumnavigate the continental US by kayak and bicycle. 
Connect:
RenataChlumska.com
Learn:
Seven Summits (Wikipedia)
Renata Chlumska | TEDx | Seeking New Thrills
Ultimate High by Goran Kropp
 
 
 
 

#90 -John Huth - The Lost Art of Finding Our Way

John Huth is a Harvard physics professor, a paddler, and author of the book “The Lost Art of Finding our Way”.  We had a fascinating conversation about his different view of navigation using the world around us, what inspired him to write the book and how it can benefit you.
Learn:
The Lost Art of Finding Our Way (Amazon)
Harvard Physics Faculty Website
Personal Website
Connect:
Email
 

#89 - Catriona Woods - Learning and Growing Through Coaching

Today’s guest is an inspiration to many. I found Catriona Woods through Facebook and followed her adventures throughout Ireland with great interest.  Catriona started paddling late in life and as a reaction to disappointing news. From day one, she sought the support of quality coaching and that, along with determination and good friends, have led her to some great life experiences. She brings an incredible message of learning and growing, along with some really big crossing!
Learn:
PerformanceSeaKayak.co.uk
ISKGA
Oileain
Islay
Rockpool Kayaks
Kokatat
Connect:
Facebook
Email

#88 - Jon Hynes - Wild Atlantic Warrior

Today I am pleased to bring you a really fun conversation with Jon Hynes.  Some of you may already know Jon from the acclaimed documentary with Sean Cahill, Sea Kayak Around Ireland. Others may know him from his work with the Irish Canoe Union, and others through the Kinsale Outdoor Education Centre. Today, we explore his take on adventure, preparation, and caring for the environment in which we paddle.
Learn:
Wild Atlantic Way-Ireland's Spectacular Coastal Route
Kinsale Outdoor Education Centre
Sustainable Sea Kayaking
Fastnet Rock
Royal National Lifeboat Institution
Irish Canoe Union
Connect:
Jon Hynes
Facebook
Instagram
 

#87 - Nigel Dennis - Breaking the rules to make a Classic

Today I am honored to bring you a conversation with the one and only, Nigel Dennis. Nigel has received more requests by other guests as a future guest. Thank you to GInni Callahan, Olly Sanders, and all the others who made the recommendation. 
Today we talk about the founding of Sea Kayaking UK, formerly Nigel Dennis Kayaks, the creation of the Romany Classic, Easter Island, Cape Horn, Antarctica, and more.
Learn:
Sea Kayaking UK
Connect:
info@seakayakinguk.com
 
 

#86 - Alistair Wilson - A Life of Adventure Behind a Lendal Paddle

Today I am pleased to bring you a great conversation with Alistair Wilson. Alistair has had an amazing life blessed with personal, family, and business successes, including two trips to the Olympics and the founding of Lendal Paddle. He is an original innovator in the world of paddle design and today we hear his story firsthand.
Enjoy today’s episode with Alistair Wilson.
Learn:
Behind the Paddle book
Alistair Wilson (Facebook)
 
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#85 - Richard Barnes - 67 days solo across the Tasman Sea on Weet-Bix and Coke

Today you get to hear first hand from Richard Barnes. Richard recently completed a solo kayak crossing of the Tasman Sea from Australia to New Zealand, in a kayak that he designed and built. His is only the second solo of the Tasman Sea and the first unassisted effort. 
Level Six has been a great supporter of Paddling the Blue and they have stepped up again with a special offer just for you as a Paddling the Blue podcast listener. If you would like to pick up some great Level Six drywear or other kit, visit their website at levelsix.com and use the coupon code PTBPODCAST at checkout for 10% off your order. 
Also, if you’re not already a subscriber to onlineseakayaking.com, James and Simon keep on delivering great content. Visit onlineseakayaking.com and use the coupon code PTBPODCAST at checkout and you’ll get 10% off up to 12 months of your subscription investment.  
Enjoy today’s episode with Richard Barnes.
Learn:
Blue Moon (Facebook)
Trip resources and infographic (Lane Cove River Kayakers)

#84 - Canoecopia 2023 - Madison, WI

We are coming to you today from one of our all-time favorite shows, Canoecopia, which is the world’s largest paddlesports expo, held in Madison, Wisconsin. This event is 100,000 square feet of canoes, kayaks, kit, outfitters, everything you can imagine, plus more than 100 speakers on an incredible array of topics.  Thanks to Stig Larssen and the entire Level Six team for the use of their booth to record this episode. 
Enjoy today’s episode from the Canoecopia!
Learn and Connect:
Susan Conrad
Wildly Inside
Inside: One woman's journey through the Inside Passage
Inside my Sea of Dreams: The adventures of Kami and Suz
Books by Susan's inspiration, Audrey Sutherland
Paddling North: A solo adventure along the Inside Passage
Paddling My Own Canoe: A solo adventure along the coast of Molokai
Paddling Hawaii
Just Around the Pointe (Facebook)
P&H Sea Kayaks
P&H - the full carbon clear Cetus
Pyranha EVO
Little Bay Boards
Level Six
Paddlesports Trade Coalition
Turning Point Boatworks
Werner Paddles
Isle Royale Families and Friends Association
Rutabaga
Canoecopia

#83 - Quiet Adventures Symposium 2023 - Lansing, MI

Today’s episode comes from the 28th annual Quiet Adventures Symposium in Lansing, MI.  We talked with exhibitors from the US Great Lakes region including chats with Chicago Adventure Therapy, Paddling Adventures Radio, the Lake Superior Watershed Conservancy, Paddle Antrim, and others working to educate paddlers, protect our waterways, and keep the Great Lakes great.
Enjoy today’s episode from the Quiet Adventures Symposium!
Learn and connect:
Paddle Antrim
Chicago Adventure Therapy
Association of State Dam Safety Officials
Lake Superior Watershed Conservancy
Paddling Adventures Radio
Great Lakes Sea Kayak Symposium
West Michigan Coastal Kayakers Association
 
 

#82 - Dale Greybeard Sanders Dan Faust and Matthew Briggs - Setting a World Record on the Mississippi River

Today we will be talking with a trio of guests, featuring none other than Dale “Greybeard” Sanders, and friends and fellow Mississippi River paddlers, Dan Faust and Matthew Briggs. Dale is a multi-time World Record holder for both paddling and hiking and is currently the reigning record holder as the oldest to paddle the Mississippi River source to sea at age 87. They had a great journey down the river for Dale’s most recent record-setting run and they’re going to share it with you today.
Enjoy today’s episode with Dale Greybeard Sanders, Dan Faust, and Matthew Briggs!
Learn and Connect:
Greybeard Adventurer
The Man, The Myth, The Mississippi
Dan Faust: The Blogs
River Gator
Mississippi River Angels (Facebook)
Matt Briggs
Special offer for Paddling the Blue listeners:
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