Archives for Water Sports
Polar Plunge
by Mackenzie M. November 8th, 2011 | Water Sports
It is already that time of the year when fall is on its way out, and the threat of snow is in the weekly forecast. With the frigid water temperatures, and the imminent formation of ice across many of the water bodies of our nation, water sports have been put on the backburner for until the warmer days of spring; however, there is one very peculiar water sport that has been growing in popularity since the turn of the 20th century. Known as either ice swimming, or more commonly as a polar bear plunge, this intense and extremely cold
Water Sport Safety Tips
by Mackenzie M. October 21st, 2011 | Water Sports
Danger on the water is real. In fact, in 2007, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) relates that there were over 400 drowning deaths due to boating accidents.
Because of this, those who participate in water sports need to make safety a priority. And, although it is not peak water sport season, it is always important to keep safety in mind. That way, when the time comes to get back out on the water, you will be well informed of the most up-to-date and important safety tips. Here is a brief list of the most important things to keep in
Because of this, those who participate in water sports need to make safety a priority. And, although it is not peak water sport season, it is always important to keep safety in mind. That way, when the time comes to get back out on the water, you will be well informed of the most up-to-date and important safety tips. Here is a brief list of the most important things to keep in
Pumpkins, Candy, and Sailboats!
by Mackenzie M. October 11th, 2011 | Water Sports
Within the past few weeks, we have seen the leaves go from green to red, the fields from full to harvested, and the temperatures fall from hot to cool. There is no doubt fall is here. When it comes to water sports this time of year, unless you are in sunny Florida, there is not much offered; however, many cities in the Northeast have taken advantage of the season, and they have found a way to transfer the fun from the pumpkin patch to the water.
What has become a Northeast tradition, the Pumpkin Sail is the perfect opportunity to
What has become a Northeast tradition, the Pumpkin Sail is the perfect opportunity to
Kitesurfing to the Max
by Mackenzie M. September 23rd, 2011 | Water Sports
Living about one hour from the nearest ocean beach, this weekend I was in desperate need of spending some time on the water. Seeing as the massive Lake Pontchartrain is only about four miles away, I delved into research on what sort of water activities one can do on a lake, in the fall. I stumbled upon the water sport of kiteboarding, which come to find out, is one of the most popular beach water sports that can also be done on a lake. An adrenaline junkie’s dream, kiteboarding, or kitesurfing, is invigorating, extreme, and infinitely entertaining.
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Autumn Water Activities
by Mackenzie M. September 13th, 2011 | Water Sports
It is nearing autumn, and water sports are winding down for the season in much of the country; however, there are a few ways to take to the rivers, lakes, or seas that grace your region before the first snowfall. And luckily, the summer crowds have gone, making for a far more pleasurable experience. After doing some research and combining some of my favorite autumn water sports, I have compiled a must do list for this autumn.
Boston Harbor Islands National Park. Head into the Massachusetts Bay for a beautiful view of the city skyline and the fall foliage. Take
Boston Harbor Islands National Park. Head into the Massachusetts Bay for a beautiful view of the city skyline and the fall foliage. Take
