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Playak News Flash - April 4, 2024
The world's latest paddling headlines.

Fy25 Appropriations American Rivers - President Joe Biden on Saturday signed a $460 billion package of spending bills approved by the Senate in time to avoid a shutdown of many key federal agencies including EPA, NPS, NOAA, and DOI. Bit of a Backslide Trash Paddler - Spring did a bit of a backslide this past week with some blustery winter-like conditions. I was able to get in a couple of weekday paddles: Wednesday on the Merrimack River in North Chelmsford, MA and Friday on the Assabet River in West Concord, MA. Have You Seen the Great New Gear From NRS? WWTCC - For 2024 we’re excited to introduce NRS’s latest range of Buoyancy Aids and PFD’s. Considered a leading producer of top-tier gear, NRS have crafted these especially for kayaking, rafting, and paddleboarding, these are well worth a look if you’re in the market for a new buoyancy aid this year. Landmark Decision Reached to Protect Croatia’s Mrežnica and Tounjčica Rivers Paddling Life - Decision marks a significant milestone in the United for Rivers campaign to protect over 400 kilometres of rivers throughout the Western Balkans In a groundbreaking decision, the Karlovac County Assembly has officially confirmed the protection of the Mrežnica and Tounjčica rivers and the establishment of two new protected areas, an important signal of Croatia’s commitment to. The post Landmark decision reached to protect Croatia’s Mrežnica and Tounjčica Rivers appeared first on Paddling Life. 7.5 Km UK Prone Downwind – Boscombe Pier to Hengistbury Head SUP Tonic - Jack Galloway takes us on an exciting coastal journey as he navigates the challenging 7.5 km prone downwind route from Boscombe Pier to Hengistbury Head – check it out! McGrath to Join Paralympics Australia Board After Paris 2024 ICF - Paracanoe star Curtis McGrath has been named as one of four new Board Directors at Paralympics Australia. Avoid These 5 Mistakes When Learning to Downwind Paddle SUP World Mag - Join Ethan Huff again, this time he explains mistakes to avoid when taking the first steps into Downwind SUP/FOIL! Ethan brings up the subject of standing in the right spot, switching stances depending on the situation, and maybe one of the most important – getting back onto your board the correct and hassle-free way. Molokai2Oahu Foil Edition 2024 Returns to Racing With Its Own Day on the Kaiwi on July 21, 2024 SUP Tonic - The Molokai2Oahu Foil Edition 2024 event is set to return on July 21, 2024, with its own dedicated day on the Kaiwi Channel. This year, participants will have the opportunity to tackle the challenge over two weekends, featuring an expanded course and increased capacity for the FOIL divisions. Global iSUP Brand Red Paddle Co Celebrates B Corp Month TotalSUP - Throughout March, Red Paddle Co joins an ever-growing group of B Corp organizations that are committed to prioritizing the environment and society within every aspect of their business. Race for All Ages: 6,000€ SUP Showdown at the Battle for Hercules in Spain TotalSUP - Get ready for the much-anticipated Battle for Hercules, set to unfold at the Club Náutico Marítimo de Benalmádena, Playa de Malapesquera, Spain, from 12 to 14 April 2024. Croatian Canoe Federation President Curkovic Passes Away at 78 ICF - Croatian canoeing is mourning the death of Marko Curkovic who has passed away at the age of 78 after a short and serious illness. Check Out This Awesome Canoe Accessory: One Stern Spring Traversing - Picture yourself portaging down a technical portage, you weren’t paying attention to the back end of the canoe when all of the sudden clunk! The stern endcap struck a rock and the reverberation rings in your ears. Canoe Marathon Making Great Strides in Argentina and Uruguay ICF - The International Canoe Federation is delighted by the development of Canoe Marathon in South America following a visit to the region. SUP Puerto Rico Hala - What better way to escape the winter cold than heading to the Caribbean? And what better way to explore the area than with a paddleboard? That was my thought this past February as my partner and I flew to Puerto Rico with our Hala inflatable boards. Introducing Surftech'S 2024 Lineup of SUPs SUP Connect - Surftech, a global leader in paddle board manufacturing, is thrilled to unveil its highly anticipated 2024 lineup of stand up paddle boards (SUPs). With a legacy rooted in innovation and quality, Surftech continues to push boundaries with its new range, featuring the award-winning Generator, groundbreaking Madera construction, vibrant Lido colorway, and the return of crowd favorites - Aleka, Catalyst, and Chameleon.