Tag: paddling
When It Comes To Cars, Americans Are Living Large
Americans are gobbling up large SUVs and trucks at a record pace as regulatory changes have made them more profitable.
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Michigan adventurer returns to Great Lakes after paddling to Florida and back
A 24-year-old adventurer canoed the Great Loop, a 6,000 mile trip between the Great Lakes and Florida. The Michigander returned home to share his journey about enduring obstacles like floodwaters, […]
Nibi Chronicles: Your hands will know what to do
Wiigwaasi-jiimaanan (birch bark canoes) are one of the essential tools invented by Ojibwe-Anishinaabe people, using materials commonly found in the Great Lakes region — our homeland for 1,000s of years. These lightweight and durable vehicles formed the basis of travel for everyone in the region, not just the Ojibwe. I have come to think of the Ojibwe canoe as the driver of early economies across Turtle Island.
Bruce Peninsula Multisport Race running strong in its 15th year
The paddle-bike-run race was inspired by a similar race in New Zealand and takes participants through the rugged and beautiful Bruce Peninsula landscape.
Families ride wave of fun at cardboard boat races in Southampton
About 65 cardboard vessels of all shapes, sizes and designs took part in Marine Heritage Festival event.