The Pillar Series – Creeking Leadership

Pillar Series / By / 3 minutes of reading

[st_custom_image image=”6930″ size=”blog-large” position=”center” link_type=”lightbox” link=”” link_target=”_self” caption=”” custom_class=””] We created the “Pillar Series” to go a little more in depth of why we created the clinics than just our course descriptions. Many times our classes are prompted by experiences or observations we have on the river, in our paddling culture, or suggested by our guests. […]

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Go Kayaking Around the World Without Going Crazy

Adventure Travel, Chile, Instruction / By / 8 minutes of reading

Heading out of the country with your favorite whitewater toys for an international adventure can be daunting, stressful, and downright exhausting. As we embark on our second trip to Chile this winter, I’m using a layover to reflect on some tips and tricks that have made our travels with lots of gear and a bit

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Getting a Grip

1 Comment / Testimonials / By / 7 minutes of reading

The following post was written by friend and fellow paddler Nell Steed. She reflects honestly on what pushed her toward a breaking point of not wanting to kayak anymore, and how taking some time for herself helped her get a grip on her fears and set new precedents when moving downstream. Thank you for sharing

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ABC’s of a Kayaker’s Life in Chile

Adventure Travel, Chile, Instruction / By / 7 minutes of reading

A-     is for avocados. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: Sam was not overstating the pure magic that can be found in the avocados of Chile. They’re plentiful, they’re delicious, and they’re cheap… and, hence, a part of nearly every meal. B-      is for boofing. The rivers here are the perfect training

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My Anthem

Motivational / By / 5 minutes of reading

This year has been a true test in patience and grit. We are human after all. We are not infallible, we grow tired, succumb to critics, and overall show that we are just as vulnerable as any one else. Many look at these things as a weakness, but I believe our recognition of it is

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Moving Up and Getting Down: A Case for Different Boats and Different Sizes

Instruction, Quick Tip / By / 4 minutes of reading

It’s no secret: I love my Diesel 60. Seriously, I’ve spent so much time in that boat, I feel like I think what I want it to do and it responds. It was the boat I learned to roll in and remains my go-to craft any time I’m hopping on something new, namely because I

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Road Rules: Staying Healthy & Keeping it Cheap while Traveling

Lifestyle / By / 9 minutes of reading

We’ve been spending (a lot of) time on the road lately, and it has been an adjustment to stay healthy and present without blowing our budget or dirtbagging it too severely. With a bit of planning and a little resolve, you can keep your travels relatively cheap and fairly healthy if you keep your on-the-road

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