creative, passionate, driven
creative, passionate, driven
It’s been two years since our last video series “The Playboater Troubleshooter” hit the airwaves and we had all intentions of following up the next season with our newest series which we have been moving forward with production since late last month. We’re excited to get the ball rolling on this project and anticipate official release […]
Chile Whitewater Rescue Read More »
Having taken a on a much larger role within H2o Dreams this past year, I found myself aboard a plane on New Year’s Day on my way to Chile for three packed full weeks of prepping, leading, and finally, unwinding from our Chile Enchantment trip. This was going to be an entirely new experience for me
Friend, boater, and fellow adventurer Chris Baer guest writes on what he carries with him on the river. Heading to a new run that might be at the high end of your skill set? That’s an expedition… Time to get prepared! You’re going to want some tools just in case it gets a little wilder out there
Minimalist Expedition Kayaking Read More »
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
Go Kayaking Around the World Without Going Crazy Read More »
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
ABC’s of a Kayaker’s Life in Chile Read More »
Kayaking is a fickle beast. Okay, okay… allow me to rephrase. The River knows no dominion, and as hopeful explorers we will discover this for ourselves sooner or later. We’re merely along for the ride until the River decides we are in need of some serious humility. You know what shape this takes: gnarly swims,
Getting Out of a Rut: A Kayaker’s Guide to Getting Back on the Horse Read More »
Words provided by Michelle Layser, Chile trip guest 2014. Photos Chris Wing Yet here I was, standing unbalanced on the rocks, declaring that this rapid—this one, of all the rapids on the trip—might be the one I portage. Standing on the slippery, moss-covered rocks that protruded from the right side of the river bank, I watched
Yesterday we concluded our first ever season of adventure travel trips when we said our goodbyes to our intermediate group of paddlers. It is a bittersweet, and even a somewhat awkward feeling sending people off to go home to their day to day life. Bittersweet because you are tired, broken down, sun and sand cracked
A Note of Reflection: Our First Year in Chile Read More »
Actually, Sam Fulbright wanted to title this article, “Top 5 list of waterfalls that are dope. so dope. illest.” Sam and Pablo (2 of our guides) have been ranting and raving about the list of perfect waterfalls that can be run in Chile, and honestly, a list of five hardly suffices. This is just a (very)
Top 5 Waterfalls in Chile Read More »
I sit in the eddy, alone. My hands tremble uncontrollably until I wrap them tightly around the shaft of my paddle. Once again, I thank my lucky stars that I’ve chosen a sport that does not require me to stand on two legs as I am certain there’s no way I could do so with
A Case for Travel, Paddling & Being Present Read More »
