Greetings Paddlers - The print edition of WaveLength Magazine's Dec-Jan issue is currently being distributed around North America, and the on-line edition is now available FREE at http://www.WaveLengthMagazine.com <http://www.wavelengthmagazine.com/> . <http://www.wavelengthmagazine.com/> Titled What's New in Paddling, this issue looks at some of the trends and developments in paddling, including: . the kayaking component of adventure racing . why wing paddles are powering a growing number of racers . the technology of thermoforming . the virtues of sit-on-tops . the growing popularity of recreational kayaks . how fishermen are turning on to kayaks in a big way . new paddling gear suitable for women . cultural renewal through First Nations tourism training . new techniques in kayak instruction . the growth in recreational water trails in Washington State . the return of otters to the west coast . issues in the Broughton Archipelago . and we offer you a Boats, Gear & Gifts section. 2005 is WaveLength's 15th year. And happy 10th birthday to WaveLengthMagazine.com. Back in 1994, thanks to the ingenuity of Howard Stiff, WaveLength added an on-line version of the magazine, extending our readership around the world. _____ NEXT ISSUE: Feb-Mar 2005: Our annual mothership kayaking issue - Cruising With Kayaks. DEADLINE: December 20th. Available February 1st. _____ Alan Wilson <mailto:Alan_at_WaveLengthMagazine.com> , Editor WaveLength Magazine Gabriola Island, British Columbia Canada Bringing people to paddling *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
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