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Kayakers Smash 150-Mile River Record in Under 18 Hours
Sports3h ago

Kayakers Smash 150-Mile River Record in Under 18 Hours

Two world champion athletes paddled 150 miles down Oregon's Willamette River in just 17 hours and 44 minutes, breaking speed records while training for an even bigger challenge. For one of them, it was her first major test in a kayak.

Google News - World Record2 min read
India's Anija Resort Brings Kayaking to Rural Odisha
Planet WinsApr 2

India's Anija Resort Brings Kayaking to Rural Odisha

A quiet village in Odisha has transformed into an eco-friendly adventure destination where visitors can kayak down the Nagavali River, trek through cashew plantations, and experience rural life without sacrificing sustainability. The resort employs locals and sources organic produce while protecting 500 trees across 30 acres.

The Hindu3 min read
Athlete Wins Coast to Coast After Falling in River
Community HeroesFeb 14

Athlete Wins Coast to Coast After Falling in River

New Zealand endurance racer Hamish Elliott turned a kayaking mishap into motivation, claiming his second Coast to Coast title with a 20-minute lead. His response to the setback shows the power of embracing life's unexpected challenges.

Stuff NZ2 min read
Inuit Scientist Kayaks Greenland, Finds Car Tire Pollution
Community HeroesFeb 14

Inuit Scientist Kayaks Greenland, Finds Car Tire Pollution

An Inuit scientist kayaking to Greenland's most remote glacier discovered car tire particles thousands of miles from the nearest road. Now he's building a coalition to tackle this invisible threat to Arctic communities.

Euronews2 min read
Ghana Radio Station Takes Listeners on Safari Adventure
Acts of KindnessFeb 13

Ghana Radio Station Takes Listeners on Safari Adventure

JOY FM is swapping studio time for campfires, taking lucky listeners on a three-day nature escape to celebrate Ghana Month. The trip brings radio hosts and fans together for kayaking, wildlife watching, and storytelling under the stars.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
Kids Learn Sea Kayaking at India's Rushikonda Beach
Community HeroesFeb 12

Kids Learn Sea Kayaking at India's Rushikonda Beach

Children in Visakhapatnam can now learn sea kayaking through a free training program that teaches water safety, confidence, and fitness. The early morning sessions at Rushikonda Beach combine beach practice with real ocean experience under expert supervision.

The Hindu2 min read
Teen Swims 4 Hours to Save Family Off Australian Coast
Community HeroesFeb 3

Teen Swims 4 Hours to Save Family Off Australian Coast

A 13-year-old boy swam nearly 3 miles through choppy ocean waters for four hours to rescue his family after they were swept out to sea while kayaking in Western Australia. His determination and courage brought his mother and two younger siblings home safely.

South China Morning Post2 min read