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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.
High-Quality Wood Stand Up Paddleboard Manufacturer Launches Affiliate Program
ThreeBrothersBoards.com partners up with AffiliateManager.com to promote exotic hand-shaped wood stand-up paddle boards and accessories via the affiliate marketing channel. - July 16, 2015 - AffiliateManager.com
Swell Advantage Launches First Social Network for Boaters
Swell Advantage launches the first location based social network for boaters combining the ability to identify and track family and friends out on the water, with unique navigation tools. - July 12, 2015 - Swell Advantage
Fun & Sun Water Sports Club Receives 2015 Best of Sunnyvale Award
Sunnyvale Award Program Honors the Achievement. - July 11, 2015 - Fun and Sun Water Sports Club
Innovation Direct™ Spearheading Marketing Initiative for Got It Covered Tanning Towel Invention
An innovative and useful new twist on a conventional beach towel, the Got It Covered Tanning Towel, has been developed by inventor Bernadette Digabriele of Austin, Texas. The invention’s unique design enables its users to avoid some of the typical problems inherent in attempting to tan while... - July 10, 2015 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Empex Watertoys® Adds New Life to Lagan Valley Leisureplex
Empex Watertoys® has announced that their waterpark equipment will be integrated into Lagan Valley Leisureplex. Lagan Valley Leisureplex is based in the heart of Lisburn City; the Leisure Plex boasts the largest leisure pool in Northern Ireland. The Lisburn City Council has embarked on a major... - June 21, 2015 - Empex Watertoys
Tampa Bay Water Polo to Host 2015 Guy Harvey Outpost Beach Water Polo Classic
Tampa Bay Water Polo will host “2015 Guy Harvey Outpost Beach Water Polo Classic.” The high-energy and fun extreme sport debuts on St. Pete Beach this Saturday, June 13th, 2015, 7:30 am - 2:00 pm. A sport usually only found in Europe or along the beaches of southern California debuts... - June 12, 2015 - Tampa Bay Water Polo
Carole A. Feuerman Solo Show - "Swimming by the Harbour" at Harbour City, Hong Kong
Carole Feuerman has been invited to China for her first solo show in Hong Kong at Harbour City. The show, organized by Art in the City by Harbour City, runs from June 18th to July 5th.The sculptures will be on view daily from 10 am till 10pm. Harbour City is located on the spectacular Victoria Harbour, one of the busiest spots in Hong Kong, and right next to the famous Star Ferry terminal. - June 02, 2015 - Carole Feuerman
Empex Installs a New Splash Park at Singapore's Sports Hub
Empex Watertoys® has just completed the installation of an exciting Splash Park in Singapore’s Sports Hub. Working together with Playpoint Singapore, Empex created an exciting array of water features for children to age 12. A central Aquadek with swaying palms is the centerpiece of the... - May 23, 2015 - Empex Watertoys
Wettest Show on Earth at The Hilton Seoul
The Hilton Hotel in Korea’s capital, Seoul has installed the latest version of the Empex Aquacircus water playground. The new version is a downsized layout for installation in hotels and resorts, recreation centers, and areas where space is a premium. The Hilton water playground features an... - May 23, 2015 - Empex Watertoys
HydroGuard Launches Series of IPX6-Rated Water-Resistant Dry Bags
Designed to protect smartphones, cameras, clothing and other personal items while camping or boating, the new dry bags are available in 10L, 20L or 30L sizes. - May 20, 2015 - Aleratec
WAXTRAK Attends The Boardroom International Surfboard Show
WAXTRAK is excited to attend The Boardroom International Surfboard Show on May 16th and 17th in San Diego at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. WAXTRAK is set to launch their new line of traction patterns. The Boardroom will be showcasing the latest in surfboard design and surf equipment from around the... - May 06, 2015 - WAXTRAK Inc