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Land the Catch of a Lifetime! - Coastal Salt Box, the Exclusive Monthly Subscription Box for All Your Saltwater Fishing Needs

A monthly subscription box filled with high quality gear focusing on all types of saltwater fishing. The box targets the fish in your region and fish that are in season. - June 14, 2017 - Coastal Salt Box

Brand New ASA Accredited Sailing School in the Caribbean

The Caribbean has a new, fresh ASA accredited sailing school, based in Grenada. You can learn to ride the waves with SeaHorse Sailing School who began operating on the 1st June 2017. They are dedicated to teaching and aim to enable people to become safe, confident and competent sailors. - June 04, 2017 - SeaHorse Sailing School

Just Released - The 2017 Official Colorado Bed and Breakfast Inn Guide Featuring B&Bs Across the State to Get the Inn-Side Travel News & Award-Winning Breakfast Recipe

Bed and Breakfast Innkeepers of Colorado (BBIC), the Colorado Bed & Breakfast Association, recently released their 2017 printed or downloadable state association inn guide. The state guide lists quality bed and breakfast inns throughout the state of Colorado. This 30-year old trade association invites travelers to visit the many areas of the state, from Rocky Mountain majesties to the eastern fruited plains. - May 08, 2017 - Bed & Breakfast Innkeepers of Colorado

Appalachian Trail Adventures Vermont’s Premier Hiking Spa Celebrates Their 10-Year Anniversary

Appalachian Trail Adventures (ATA), provider of personalized all-inclusive vacations, is excited to have reached its 10-year anniversary as a leading provider of outdoor fitness vacations. Appalachian Trail Adventures is proud to celebrate a decade of fine tuning it’s all-inclusive personalized Vermont vacation. ATA remains committed to offering unsurpassed vacations at an affordable price. - May 08, 2017 - Appalachian Trail Adventures

Sunscreen’s Impacts on the Environment and Our Health – Stream2Sea Answers, “What is Reef-Safe,” as the Only Mineral-Based Brand Tested and Proven Safe to Coral Larvae

Dr. Craig Down’s of Haereticus Laboratory conducted extensive research analyzing the impact of sunscreen products on coral reef systems. His work, presented at the Coral Reef Symposium in Hawaii in June of 2016, brought researchers, formulators of personal care products, marine biologists,... - April 27, 2017 - Stream2Sea

4Ocean Announces Biggest Ocean Cleanup to Date

Ocean Trash removal company plans to make Earth Day one to remember. - April 20, 2017 - 4Ocean

PowerVision Announces Global Launch Tour for "Best of CES 2017" Award Winner PowerRay Underwater Robot to Start in Munich Then Other Major Cities in Europe, USA, and Asia

PowerVision Technology Group, a worldwide leader in UAV, robotics and big data technologies and the maker of PowerEgg and PowerEye drones, today announced that its "Best of CES 2017" award winner, PowerRay, an innovative underwater robot that features a 4K UHD integrated camera, will be featured during a Global Launch in cities worldwide. - March 02, 2017 - PowerVision Robot Corp

Dallas United Crew Brings Home Medals in All Three Spring Season Openers

Dallas United Crew (DUC) has had a strong start to the 2017 spring season, taking home top placements at all three of this year’s opening competitions. Four High School teams placed first at the Austin Invitational Regatta, two Varsity Men competed at the C.R.A.S.H.-b Sprints – World Indoor Rowing Championships, and multiple athletes of all ages medaled at the Southwest Ergometer Amateur Tournament (S.W.E.A.T.) in Dallas. DUC is a 501(c) 3 non-profit rowing organization based on White Rock Lake. - February 26, 2017 - Dallas United Crew

Introducing a New Way to Teach Sailing

Sailing schools and instructors can now create their own sailing lesson apps for their students. - February 17, 2017 - Little Pines Multimedia

Ocean Maps Creates New Diving Map of Florida Keys

Ocean Maps just released a new 3D dive map application for over 70 dive sites in the Florida Keys and will add new sites every other week to mark expansion into the U.S. Ocean Maps is an Austrian start-up and while it may seem weird that a small country with no ocean access would be home to the... - November 12, 2016 - Ocean Maps

Crooked Island Holdings Limited is Raffling off 88 Acres of Beachfront Property in the Bahamas at WinTheBeach.com

Crooked Island Holdings Limited through their website WinTheBeach.com is offering a lucky winner an opportunity to own a 88 acre beachfront property, with a free and clear unencumbered title. The current Investor/Developer is retiring and liquidating by means of raffling the property which has limitless possibilities such as selling parcels to fund any future development for the lucky winner. - September 29, 2016 - Crooked Island Holdings Limited

SUPJet in Aliso Viejo, CA is Proudly Unveiling Its Newest Creation, the SUPJet Powered Paddle Board; SUPJet is a Pristinely Designed Jet Propelled Personal Watercraft

Versatile and sturdy at 11ft 6in, the SUPJet provides all ages and experience levels with hours of fun. The built in jet drive system is contained completely inside the board, so there is virtually no drag and no impeller safety issues. The SUPJet is the perfect companion for beginners through... - August 30, 2016 - SUP Jet

PADI IDC Gili Islands Has 3 in the House Course Directors

PADI IDC Gili Islands has 3 in the house course directors who will help you during the PADI Instructor Training Course. - August 21, 2016 - Oceans 5 Dive Gili Air

California Surf Museum to Honor Surfing Legend Nat Young at 9th Annual Gala Fundraiser

A world-class surf celebration is in the works for the California Surf Museum (CSM) as it celebrates its 30th year in business. The museum will hold its 9th Anniversary Gala Fundraiser honoring Nat Young from Sydney, Australia, winner of the ’66 World Surfing Championships at Ocean Beach, San... - August 21, 2016 - California Surf Museum

Arc Effect Launches “Savior” Campaign on Kickstarter

Support the World's First Durable, Waterproof, Compete Solar Charging System for the Outdoor Enthusiast from Now Through September 16. - August 18, 2016 - Arc Effect

Nate Goodman, San Diego Teen, Produces a Film for an International Organization (ReSurf) on Hawaii Mission Trip

Nate Goodman, age 17, a resident of San Diego California, recently traveled to Hawaii with 14 other ReSurf volunteers to distribute donated and refurbished surf boards to underprivileged children living on the West side of Oahu. Nate Goodman, a founding member of the San Diego ReSurf branch, brought his filmmaking skills and equipment to Hawaii to assist in the effort and document this excursion. The film will be debuted in San Diego on August 18th, 2016. - August 15, 2016 - Nate Goodman Enterprises

Dallas United Crew to Hold Fall 2016 Rowing Tryouts on August 20

Dallas United Crew will hold tryouts for its fall 2016 high school travel rowing team on August 20, 2016 at CrossFit Lake Highlands. Interested students must be entering the 9th-12th grades in the fall. No previous rowing experience or equipment is necessary. Dallas United Crew (DUC) is a 501(c) 3... - August 13, 2016 - Dallas United Crew

800 lb. White Sturgeon Caught on Fraser River, Canada

2 charter guests got the fish of a lifetime on August 5th, 2016 in pursuit of Fraser river Sturgeon. The giant Sturgeon measured 11 feet 3 inches measured nose to fork of the tail. This Sturgeon river monster was caught right in Mission, British Columbia, Canada which claims itself to be the Sturgeon capital of North America. The massive 110 yr. old White Sturgeon was promptly released after a few pics as per regulations. - August 08, 2016 - Silversides Fishing Adventures

All 4 Diving Brings Limited Period Scuba Diving Packages for All and Sundry

To avail the best of day trip and holiday experiences, All 4 Diving is what clients opt for and rightly so. - July 18, 2016 - All4Diving

The Rental Shop Announces the Launch of Fishing Kayaks and Yolo 12 Foot Paddleboards with a Weekly Rental Option

The Rental Shop, an established leader in Bike Rentals, Beach Bonfire Services, Kayak Rentals and Paddle Board Rentals, today announced the debut of the Fishing Kayaks and Yolo 12 Foot Paddleboards with a Weekly Rental Option. These new products will help kick off our introduction to weekly kayak and paddleboard rentals. - June 20, 2016 - The Rental Shop

Eta Nu Sigma Brooklyn & Queens Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated in Partnership with the Bedford YMCA Presents Swim1922 /Water Palooza

The USA Swimming Foundation raises funds to support programs that save lives and build champions in the pool and in life. USA Swimming Foundation works to increase swim participation and decrease drowning rates in the community. - June 08, 2016 - Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated

Paddle Diva & Gurney's Collaborates to Offer Fun Programs for Hotel Guests

Paddle Diva Watersports, the leading firm offering Stand Up Paddling lessons offers their programs exclusively for guests at Gurney's Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa. - May 27, 2016 - Paddle Diva

The American Boat & Yacht Council Hires New Technical VP

The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC), the non-profit responsible for developing the safety standards for recreational boats, is pleased to announce that industry veteran Craig Scholten has joined the association as technical vice president. - May 18, 2016 - ABYC

Currency House Sponsors IMOCA Ocean Masters New York - Vendee Race

Currency House, an online forex broker specializing in trader education, is pleased to announce their sponsorship of the IMOCA Ocean Masters New York-Vendée Race as the presenting partner alongside SpaceCode, an intelligent asset management company. Starting on May 29th, 2016 from Downtown... - May 18, 2016 - Currency House

Dallas United Crew to Hold Fall 2016 Rowing Tryouts on May 21

Tryouts for Students Grades 6 – 12 to be held at CrossFit Lake Highlands - May 15, 2016 - Dallas United Crew

Dallas United Crew Men’s and Women's Varsity 8+ Teams Qualify for Nationals at The USRowing Central Youth Championships

Both the Men’s and Women’s Varsity 8+ teams Win Gold - May 14, 2016 - Dallas United Crew

Dallas United Crew and Big Brother Big Sister Lone Star Announce First-of-Its Kind Pilot Program to Introduce Rowing to Local Children

Teamwork and Leadership Skills Also Key Components of the Program Dallas United Crew and Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star announced today a first-of-its-kind pilot program to introduce rowing to children throughout the Dallas area who may not otherwise have the opportunity to experience this... - May 06, 2016 - Dallas United Crew

The Darker Side of Rowing in Newport Beach

As the oarsmen slice through the water and pry the boat down the course, they unquestionably follow the cadence of their coxswain's call “catch-swing-send.” The water is disrupted, churned - an unseen war is waged. - April 13, 2016 - Newport Sea Base Rowing

Fitness Enthusiasts Welcome New Approach to Stay in Shape

By offering Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) lessons, Paddle Diva encourages people to ditch the gym and embrace nature to attain physical fitness. - March 23, 2016 - Paddle Diva

Award Winning Sea Symphony Set to Sail Again

Sailing Yacht Sea Symphony gained notoriety in 2015's Atlantic Rally for Cruisers after being the last over the finishing line, and winning the best blog of the race. Engine problems have meant she has been stuck in St Lucia but now she is on the mend and ready to take charter guests. - March 04, 2016 - Sailing with Mike and Lesley

Tim N. Kremer Joins the Team at Club Med Academies as the Golf Peak Performance Coach

Club Med Academies, a sports and training facility and full-time academy in Port St. Lucie, has hired a new peak performance coach for their golf division, Tim N. Kremer, M.A.. Kremer is a visionary peak performance coach and consultant, and is the founder of Spirit of Golf, LLC, a program... - December 09, 2015 - Club Med Academies

Hire Divers Moves Operations to Lake George, NY

Hire Divers Association (HDA) completes move to Bolton Landing NY, on Lake George in the Adirondacks. - November 17, 2015 - HIRE DIVERS

BomBoard Launch Expected to be Largest Crowdfunding Campaign

Campaign launch introducing the world’s only modular, high performance, most reasonably priced personal watercraft. - November 16, 2015 - Laila, Inc

Blood Red to Sponsor the 2015 Asian Open Regatta in Discovery Bay, Hong Kong

Blood Red Clothing will be providing latest gear, such as event rash guards, caps as well as custom made wooden trophies, for the upcoming 2015 Asian Open Regatta, happening on 31st October to 1st November in Discovery Bay, Hong Kong. - October 31, 2015 - Blood Red Clothing

Crazy Paddlers: Announcing the Inaugural Clearwater Beach Classic, Hundreds of Paddlers This Weekend to Compete

Clearwater Beach Classic is a 3 day paddling event featuring races, clinics and demos. Races range from 6-Person Outrigger Canoe’s to SUP, Surfski, Prone-Boards, and single person outrigger canoes. Take time to perfect your skills with world renowned coaches and elite paddlers. Discover the latest models and designs in the industry with opportunities to demo new models in SUP, OC and more. - October 22, 2015 - Crazy Paddlers

Blood Red Sponsors the Vistra Hobie Asian Championship 2015 in Tai Tam Bay, Hong Kong

Blood Red Clothing is proud to be official sailing gear sponsor for the Hobie Asian Championship 2015, happening on October 10, 2015 in Tai Tam Bay, Hong Kong. - October 08, 2015 - Blood Red Clothing

Empex Watertoys® Introduces New Aquatropica™ Selection

Markham, ON-based Empex Watertoys® has just announced that they’ve created a new line of interactive water features, each of which offers its own tropical theme. The company’s new Aquatropica™ features tropical trees, flowers, caterpillars, monkeys and birds that will provide... - October 01, 2015 - Empex Watertoys

Empex Watertoys® Now Offering Their AQUATOTS™ Line Around the Globe

Markham, ON-based waterpark equipment manufacturers, Empex Watertoys® have recently announced they’re now offering their AQUATOTS™ line of equipment to day care facilities and preschool-focused water park facilities across the globe. The company’s AQUATOTS™ products are... - October 01, 2015 - Empex Watertoys

Fun Corps Dives Goggles-First Into Amazon

Toronto-based company launches "comfortable and competitive" swimming goggles on Amazon. - September 02, 2015 - Fun Corps

Warm Winds, in a Partnership with Freedive Hawaii and PFI, Offers Freediving Course in Rhode Island

Warm Winds is as a trusted name in the surfing industry. Recognizing the complementary benefits of freediving to surfing, the Narragansett surf shop partnered with two trusted names in the freediving industry – Freedive Hawaii and Performance Freediving International – to offer a freediving course in Rhode Island. - August 23, 2015 - Warm Winds

Jerome Brarda Aims to Smash Miami-Bimini Speed Record in 42' Supercat — InterZone Pictures Will Film Event

InterZone Pictures will film speed record attempt as part of its plan for a series of TV films about offshore powerboat racing. - August 17, 2015 - InterZone Pictures

The Gateway Family YMCA Swim Team Tryout Dates Announced

The Gateway Family YMCA – Rahway Branch announces swim team dates. - August 12, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA

Mark "Occy" Occhilupo is Coming to Warm Winds in Narragansett Rhode Island for the Billabong East Coast Tour

Billabong is coming to Warm Winds in Narragansett and they're bringing Mark Occhilupo with them. Occy will be part of their East Coast Tour and will be available for a signing and meet and greet session. - August 08, 2015 - Warm Winds

Nepalese Future Olympian Smashes Swimming National Record at Fina World Championships

A Nepalese swimmer has smashed a National Record at the FINA World Championships just three months after she spent a month sleeping in a car, without any training, following the devastating Nepal Earthquake. Sofia Gadegaard Shah, 17, a future Olympian, showed that she is the symbol of resilience... - August 07, 2015 - Thanyapura

Big Wave Surfer Niccolo Porcella Signs with The Go Big Project to Star in LIFTOFF

Professional big wave surfer Niccolo Porcella officially signs with the award-winning production company The Go Big Project to star in the original series “LIFTOFF.” Produced by The Go Big Project and shot in 4K resolution, the show will take viewers on a journey filled with adventure... - July 31, 2015 - The Go Big Project

Big Wave Surfer Garrett McNamara Signs with The Go Big Project to Star in Maverick Moments

Professional Big Wave Surfer Garrett McNamara officially signs with the award-winning production company The Go Big Project, to star in the original series "Maverick Moments." Produced by The Go Big Project and shot in 4K resolution, the show will take viewers on a journey filled with... - July 31, 2015 - The Go Big Project

Innovation Direct™ at Helm of Marketing Campaign for Party Tubes Invention

An innovative and eye-catching new twist on a widely used outdoor leisure and sporting goods accessory, Party Tubes, has been developed by inventor Spring McCurry of Madison, Ohio. The invention’s unique design provides inner tubes with a fun and exciting look. The Party Tubes’ remote... - July 31, 2015 - Innovation Direct, Inc.