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1 month ago | 
paddlingmag.com | Conor Mihell
Cartographers like Dan Coe battle the notion that everything on the planet has already been mapped. “The world is always changing and is full of new data and phenomena that can be visualized most effectively with maps,” insists Coe, a paddler and geographer based in Olympia, Washington. “Maps offer a sense of discovery and exploration.
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1 month ago | 
paddlingmag.com | Conor Mihell
You can buy almost anything at Walmart—household items, groceries, pharmaceuticals, sporting goods…and even kayaks! Walmart kayaks are meant for casual paddlers looking for a budget-friendly way to enjoy the occasional outing on calm, sheltered water. Consider a Walmart kayak if you want to dabble in paddling but have no specific aspirations to develop your skills and progress beyond quiet water and beginner conditions.
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1 month ago | 
flipboard.com | Conor Mihell
3 hours agoMay 22, 1996: Mission: Impossible opens in a record-breaking 3,012 theaters. Nearly three decades later, Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning posts a franchise-best opening weekend. Since its debut, the Mission: Impossible franchise has become a global cultural force, spanning eight films, five …
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1 month ago | 
bluedotliving.com | Conor Mihell
To say that Brock Yordy has mud in his veins — a common descriptor of workers in the drilling trade — is an understatement. Yordy, 44, is a third-generation driller whose father and grandfather operated a water well business in Michigan. He grew up on construction sites, and although his life has taken some twists and turns, he’s always returned to the science and art of boring precise holes deep into the earth.
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1 month ago | 
paddlingmag.com | Conor Mihell
Pelican’s Ram-X is a time-tested, ultra-durable material used in the construction of recreational kayaks and canoes. This reinforced polyethylene plastic is used exclusively in Pelican boats, including the popular Pelican Sentinel kayak and Pelican 15.5 canoe. This Pelican Ram-X review provides an overview of why the material is an outstanding choice for paddlers looking for a bombproof, no-maintenance kayak or canoe for many applications.
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2 months ago | 
paddlingmag.com | Conor Mihell
Mustang Survival had no intentions of reinventing the wheel last year when it took on the challenge of updating its Hudson and Helix drysuits. The men’s- and women’s- specific models had already pioneered game-changing features when they hit the market in 2021, including the praised Closed Comfort System—a non-latex adjustable gasket. The drysuit line was also already fulfilling its number-one priority, keeping paddlers dry and warm.
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2 months ago | 
flipboard.com | Conor Mihell
1 hour ago🔴 LIVE - Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach presented by Bonsoy 2025 - Day 4Shop limited edition merch from the 2025 Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach on WSLStore.com -https://www.wslstore.com/collections/the-2025-rip-curl-pro-bells-beach-collection Play WSL Fantasy here - https://ctfantasy.worldsurfleague.com/ Bells Beach on Victoria’s South Coast is the longest-running surfing competition and will host the 62nd edition this year. Bells is Australian surfing heritage.
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2 months ago | 
paddlingmag.com | Conor Mihell
You don’t have to break the bank to get into kayaking. There are plenty of cheap kayaks on the market that will grant you painless entry into the paddling world. Recreational kayaks best suit the needs of both entry-level paddlers and those working within a conservative budget. For that reason, the focus of this article will largely be on recreational kayaks that fall under the $500 mark.
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Mar 19, 2025 | 
paddlingmag.com | Conor Mihell
Regardless of how and where you plan to paddle, price is often a determining factor in purchasing a kayak. It’s a common question when people are considering getting into the sport: “So, how much does a kayak cost?” As with other queries, kayak prices vary with the style and—most importantly—construction and features. What you might really be seeking to learn though is how low of a price is reasonable for a boat you can depend on to float or carry you on a voyage of your wildest aspirations.
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Mar 6, 2025 | 
onnaturemagazine.com | Caroline M. Schultz |Brian Banks |Jade Prévost-Manuel |Conor Mihell
A Time of Change. By Caroline SchultzThe annual migration of common green darner dragonflies is less understood than that of monarch butterflies, but scientists are starting to discover just how epic these insects’ journeys are. By Brian BanksWith threats to forests multiplying, Ontario researchers are seeking ways to keep the woods resilient. Can forests adapt in time to stay ahead of climate change?
