READING LIST FOR LATIN AMERICAN TRAVELERS

Suggested Books to Read While Traveling in Latin America Bus rides, long shuttles, early nights after a full day of traveling... all of these are great reasons for uploading/bringing along a book with you when you travel.  Many inns have a book exchange, so if you...

International Travel Pointers for Women

For women traveling abroad, there are a few cultural hitches that can make for awkward moments. Nothing that should dissuade a female from embarking on an international trip, but if known ahead of time, can make traveling as a female a whole lot easier. Toilet Paper...

Why A Pool Roll Is Not Always A Whitewater Roll

There are a number of reasons why your winter pool roll might not work when you go kayaking on the river During the winter, it is tempting to save all your roll practice for the pool.   And for some - the winter pool sessions are the only time a roll is really ever...

Winter Fly Fishing and Streamer Fishing

I get asked all the time, "when is the best time to come and fish in Western North Carolina?"   Many anglers put their gear up for the year when winter arrives, but here in WNC, we have outstanding fly fishing opportunities year round. Mild weather makes for pleasant...

What is Directional Rolling?

Once upon a time it was called "rolling in a circle." The term directional rolling is an updated tag line, but it is still rolling in a circle; meaning setting up to roll in the direction you are falling.  Directional rolling is a skill that every boater should be...