Summer 2013 Issue of California Paddler Magazine is now Published

The Summer 2013 issue of California Paddler Magazine (formerly California Kayaker Magazine) has been published.

Contents include How to Buy a SUP, Blending Strokes for Improved Performance, Paddling with Kids, Big Bear, Ocean-Going Native American Plank Canoe, reviews of the This is the Sea 5 DVD, Rock the Boat DVD, and BC Coast Explorer Guide Book and much more...

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About California Paddler Magazine:

California Paddler Magazine (formerly California Kayaker Magazine) is a print and online magazine focusing on being the source for paddlesports information for the Southwest. We are dedicated to promoting fun and responsible paddling, and advocating for increased paddling opportunities in this region.

The stories in California Paddler Magazine are written by local experts and include articles on places to paddle, tips on how to improve your paddling experience, and information of concern to paddlers and the local paddling environment. Covers all types of paddlesports (sea kayaking/touring, white water, surfing, fishing, stand up paddling, canoeing, etc.) and for paddlers of all levels (those entering the sport to pros).

 More information on the magazine can be found at www.calpaddlermag.com

California Kayaker Magazine renamed to California Paddler Magazine

Here is a press release for the upcoming name change from California Kayaker Magazine to California Paddler Magazine.



FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
California Kayaker Magazine Changes Name to California Paddler Magazine
San Francisco, CA — April 12, 2013 — Starting with the Summer 2013 issue (#11), California Kayaker Magazine will be published under the name California Paddler Magazine.

By changing the name from "kayaker" to "paddler" the magazine seeks to expand the content to cover all paddle sports. “Canoes and rafts have somewhat limited retail markets in our geography, so likely will only be covered from time to time,” said Peter Donohue, California Kayaker Magazine’s Editor, “but with this change we do plan to have stand up paddleboard (SUP) content in each issue, reflecting its fast growth and popularity.”

Donohue also said that beyond the addition of SUP, the rest of the magazine will not see major changes.  “We will continue to print on high quality paper stock, distribute through all the same locations – with the addition of SUP-specific retailers, print on the same schedule for 2013, increasing to 3 issues for 2014." – he added. “And keeping our loyal kayaking readers in mind we will continue to include great kayak content in each issue."

Donohue offered that the first SUP article will be about the different types of SUPs (displacement boards versus planing boards, etc.), written by Scotto of Clavey Paddlesports, a past contributor to the magazine.

About California Paddler Magazine:
California Paddler Magazine (formerly California Kayaker Magazine) is focused on being the South West's source for paddle sports information. We cover all forms of paddle sports (SUP, kayaking, canoeing, etc.) and for readers ranging from those just entering the sport to professionals. California Paddler is printed on glossy stock and packed with photos and stories written by local experts. Articles include trip experiences, skills, product reviews, news, how to get started, etc. Print runs exceed 10,000 copies per issue, which are distributed free at paddle sports, general sports, and boating outlets in California, Oregon, Arizona, and Nevada. Each issue is also available to be read online.

Spring 2013 issue is published

The Spring 2013 issue of California Kayaker Magazine has been published.

Contents include solo trip on Glen Canyon, paddling Ahjumawi State Park and Fall River area, Trolling for Trout, the basic types of kayaks, T-Rescue skills, Sportsman’s Best - Kayak Fishing book review, and much more...

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About California Kayaker Magazine:

California Kayaker Magazine is a print and online magazine focusing on being the source for kayaking information for California. We are dedicated to promoting fun and responsible kayaking, and advocating for increased paddling opportunities in this region.

The stories in California Kayaker Magazine are written by local experts and include articles on places to paddle, tips on how to improve your paddling experience, and information of concern to paddlers and the local paddling environment. Covers all types of kayaking (touring, white water, surfing, fishing, etc.) and for paddlers of all levels (those entering the sport to 5 star paddlers).

More information on the magazine can be found at www.calkayakermag.com

2013 California Kayaker Magazine Plans

2013 is coming together for California Kayaker Magazine. There will be 2 issues - a Spring (published end of February) and Summer (end of June).  Content is starting to be lined up now.

Advertising info is also set, and can be seen at http://www.calkayakermag.com/advertise.html. Prices have been held the same as 2012 (and even lowered slightly for those who commit to advertising in both issues). 

Local Access TV Interview - "Darlene Carmen Presents"

I was interviewed on a local access TV show that plays in the San Jose area called "Darlene Carman Presents".  They interviewed me on kayaking and the magazine.  Neither of the interviewers had ever kayaked, which made it both challenging and good.  Challenging in that the questions seemed to come out of the blue, but good in that it forced me to talk about kayaking at a level of someone who doesn't, which is really what their viewers likely are.</p>


The show can be viewed online at http://www.creatvsj.org/Show.aspx?show=14852.


In the interview, they talk about more videos of mine that one can watch.  These can be seen on my Youtube page.

Summer 2012 issue is published

The Summer 2012 issue of California Kayaker Magazine has been published.

Contents include Kayaking & Small Living Places, Forward Stroke, SUP for Kayakers, Eel River Headwaters to Sea, Santa Monica, Book Excerpt “With the Sea Beside Me”, Book Review: “Sea Kayaking the Redwood Coast”, and much more...

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About California Kayaker Magazine:

California Kayaker Magazine is a print and online magazine focusing on being the source for kayaking information for California. We are dedicated to promoting fun and responsible kayaking, and advocating for increased paddling opportunities in this region.

The stories in California Kayaker Magazine are written by local experts and include articles on places to paddle, tips on how to improve your paddling experience, and information of concern to paddlers and the local paddling environment. Covers all types of kayaking (touring, white water, surfing, fishing, etc.) and for paddlers of all levels (those entering the sport to 5 star paddlers).

More information on the magazine can be found at www.calkayakermag.com

California Kayaker Magazine - Spring 2012 issue

The Spring 2012 issue of California Kayaker Magazine has been published.

Contents include Getting Butt Time, Big Sur Learnings, Critters from Kayaks: White Pelicans, Interview with Surf Kayaker Rachael Krugman, Petaluma to Napa by Surf Ski, Building Your Own Kayak Primer, Review of the Gordon Brown Rescue DVD, a must-see Center Hatch photo, and much more...

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About California Kayaker Magazine:

California Kayaker Magazine is a print and online magazine focusing on being the source for kayaking information for California. We are dedicated to promoting fun and responsible kayaking, and advocating for increased paddling opportunities in this region.

The stories in California Kayaker Magazine are written by local experts and include articles on places to paddle, tips on how to improve your paddling experience, and information of concern to paddlers and the local paddling environment. Covers all types of kayaking (touring, white water, surfing, fishing, etc.) and for paddlers of all levels (those entering the sport to 5 star paddlers).

More information on the magazine can be found at www.calkayakermag.com

Open Letter: Changes to California Kayaker Magazine

I am writing to announce some changes at California Kayaker Magazine. Effective immediately, the Winter 2011 issue has been canceled. And for 2012, we will only have 2 issues - Spring and Summer.

The magazine has always been more of a labor of love for me than a money-making opportunity. I’ve known from the start that this would never be something that would make me rich, but I did (and still do) have hopes that it would at some point more than cover its costs. The Summer 2011 issue did that, but unfortunately, the Fall issue slipped back into being a loss. And based on preliminary ad sales, the Winter issue would also be a loss.

Unfortunately, my other sources of income, which I had been using to keep the magazine afloat during startup, have seen cuts such that I can’t afford to carry the magazine right now.

The Spring and Summer issues have been in greater demand by both advertisers and readers, so the plan is to publish just these issues for 2012. There are a sizable number of “seasonal” advertisers who only want to promote their businesses in Spring and Summer. And readership is also higher, as more people are interested in kayaking during these seasons (and some shops in the mountains and tourist areas reopen, after seasonal closures). So the plan for 2012 is to focus on these two issues.

I am sorry that I have to make these changes. Feel free to post a comment or email to me any questions, or any comments or suggestions on how I should take this magazine forward.

Sincerely,
Peter Donohue
Editor

California Kayaker Magazine - Fall 2011 issue

The Fall 2011 issue of California Kayaker Magazine has been published.

Contents include Cowboy Scramble recovery, Traditional Arctic Kayak Symposium, Salton Sea, comparison review of GoPro HD Hero vs Oregon Scientific ATC9K "mountable" waterproof cameras, review of Delta 10 kayak, Interview of American Whitewater's President, and much more...

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About California Kayaker Magazine:

California Kayaker Magazine is a print and online magazine focusing on being the source for kayaking information for California. We are dedicated to promoting fun and responsible kayaking, and advocating for increased paddling opportunities in this region.

The stories in California Kayaker Magazine are written by local experts and include articles on places to paddle, tips on how to improve your paddling experience, and information of concern to paddlers and the local paddling environment. Covers all types of kayaking (touring, white water, surfing, fishing, etc.) and for paddlers of all levels (those entering the sport to 5 star paddlers).

More information on the magazine can be found at www.calkayakermag.com

California Kayaker Magazine - Summer 2011 issue

The Summer 2011 issue of California Kayaker Magazine has been published.

Contents include swimming for kayaking skills, surfing Baja, paddle ergonomics, tips for Eppie's Great Race, comparison review of Pentax Optio WG-1 vs Olympus Tough TG-610 waterproof cameras, review of Yoga for Kayaking DVD, and much more...

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About California Kayaker Magazine:

California Kayaker Magazine is a print and online magazine focusing on being the source for kayaking information for California. We are dedicated to promoting fun and responsible kayaking, and advocating for increased paddling opportunities in this region.

The stories in California Kayaker Magazine are written by local experts and include articles on places to paddle, tips on how to improve your paddling experience, and information of concern to paddlers and the local paddling environment. Covers all types of kayaking (touring, white water, surfing, fishing, etc.) and for paddlers of all levels (those entering the sport to 5 star paddlers).

More information on the magazine can be found at www.calkayakermag.com

California Kayaker Magazine - Spring 2011 issue

The Spring 2011 issue of California Kayaker Magazine has been published.

Contents include draw strokes skills article, common murres, outfitting your boat (footbeds), review of Advanced Elements AirFusion, and much more...

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About California Kayaker Magazine:

California Kayaker Magazine is a print and online magazine focusing on being the source for kayaking information for California. We are dedicated to promoting fun and responsible kayaking, and advocating for increased paddling opportunities in this region.

The stories in California Kayaker Magazine are written by local experts and include articles on places to paddle, tips on how to improve your paddling experience, and information of concern to paddlers and the local paddling environment. Covers all types of kayaking (touring, white water, surfing, fishing, etc.) and for paddlers of all levels (those entering the sport to 5 star paddlers).

More information on the magazine can be found at www.calkayakermag.com

California Kayaker Magazine - Winter 2010 issue

The Winter issue of California Kayaker Magazine has been published.


Contents include skills article on using a Greenland paddle, gray whales, running Racheria Creek, dry storage, outfitting your boat, and much more....


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About California Kayaker Magazine:

California Kayaker Magazine is a print and online magazine focusing on being the source for kayaking information for California. We are dedicated to promoting fun and responsible kayaking, and advocating for increased paddling opportunities in this region.


The stories in California Kayaker Magazine are written by local experts and include articles on places to paddle, tips on how to improve your paddling experience, and information of concern to paddlers and the local paddling environment. Covers all types of kayaking (touring, white water, surfing, fishing, etc.) and for paddlers of all levels (those entering the sport to 5 star paddlers).


More information on the magazine can be found at www.calkayakermag.com

California Kayaker Magazine - Fall 2010 issue

The Fall issue of California Kayaker Magazine has been published.


Contents include an interview with Sean Morley, skills article on eddy turns, leopard sharks, paddling the Channel Islands, Outdoor Retailer Summer Market follow-up, review of "Simplifying the Roll" DVD, and much more...


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About California Kayaker Magazine:

California Kayaker Magazine is a quarterly magazine focusing on being the source for kayaking information for California. We are dedicated to promoting fun and responsible kayaking, and advocating for increased paddling opportunities in this region.


The stories in California Kayaker Magazine are written by local experts and include articles on places to paddle, tips on how to improve your paddling experience, and information of concern to paddlers and the local paddling environment. Covers all types of kayaking (touring, white water, surfing, fishing, etc.) and for paddlers of all levels (those entering the sport to 5 star paddlers).


More information on the magazine can be found at www.calkayakermag.com

California Kayaker Magazine - Summer 2010 issue

The Summer issue of California Kayaker Magazine has been published.


Contents include an interview with Helen Wilson, whitewater run on Dinkey Creek, paddling under Sacramento bridges, chasing Lost Coast's Lingzilla, making the most of your waterproof point and shoot, review of Hobie Mirage and Native Watercraft Propel pedal drives, and much more...


Download the PDF (7.5 megabytes) or Read the issue online using Yudu.com

About California Kayaker Magazine:

California Kayaker Magazine is a quarterly magazine focusing on being the source for kayaking information for California. We are dedicated to promoting fun and responsible kayaking, and advocating for increased paddling opportunities in this region.


The stories in California Kayaker Magazine are written by local experts and include articles on places to paddle, tips on how to improve your paddling experience, and information of concern to paddlers and the local paddling environment. Covers all types of kayaking (touring, white water, surfing, fishing, etc.) and for paddlers of all levels (those entering the sport to 5 star paddlers).


More information on the magazine can be found at www.calkayakermag.com

California Kayaker Magazine - Spring 2010 issue

The first issue of California Kayaker Magazine was just published!


Contents include skills article on bracing, interview with Penny Wells, info on paddling Mendocino/Fort Bragg area and in Bolinas Lagoon, Review of Dagger Kaos and Paddle California DVD, and much more...


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Read the issue online using Yudu.com


About California Kayaker Magazine:

California Kayaker Magazine is a quarterly magazine focusing on being the source for kayaking information for California. We are dedicated to promoting fun and responsible kayaking, and advocating for increased paddling opportunities in this region.


The stories in California Kayaker Magazine are written by local experts and include articles on places to paddle, tips on how to improve your paddling experience, and information of concern to paddlers and the local paddling environment. Covers all types of kayaking (touring, white water, surfing, fishing, etc.) and for paddlers of all levels (those entering the sport to 5 star paddlers).


More information on the magazine can be found at www.calkayakermag.com