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4 days 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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2 weeks 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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3 weeks 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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3 weeks 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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1 month 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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1 month ago | 
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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2 months ago | 
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?
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2 months ago | 
bluedotliving.com | Conor Mihell
Mark Balogh has enjoyed spending time in the woods for as long as he can remember. Growing up just outside of Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., Balogh found solace in the outdoors. “I was a bit of a loner and I spent a lot of time wandering the forest by myself,” he says. “I found some mystery there.” After stints as a bicycle messenger and tree planter, Balogh pursued forestry as “a job where I could have a professional designation and still have a large component of my time in the field,” he says.
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Feb 12, 2025 | 
paddlingmag.com | Conor Mihell
There are many different types of kayaks, but each kayak’s performance is ultimately determined by the shape of its bottom and how these curves (or “lines,” in nautical terms) interact with the water to influence characteristics like glide, stability and maneuverability. This article describes why hull types are integral to performance and investigates the attributes of different shapes you’ll find on recreational and touring kayaks. What is the hull of a kayak?
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Jan 30, 2025 | 
mensjournal.com | Conor Mihell
Bjorn Dihle’s new book explores humans’ complicated relationship with Alaskan brown bears and grizzlies, tracing the history of our interactions—from Meriwether Lewis to Theodore Roosevelt, Douglas Peacock and Timothy Treadwell. A Shape in the Dark: Living and Dying with Brown Bears (Mountaineers Books, $18) also includes profound personal reflection as Dihle, an Alaskan writer, naturalist guide and hunter, weaves his own vast experience into the narrative.
