Saturday, March 20, 2010

Writer Examines Joys of Kayaking


Local writer Leslee Johnson-Allen joined Sea Kayak Carolina's Introduction to Kayak class last weekend, and she's posted her impressions on the Examiner.com Charleston website.

Her observations are a pleasant reminder to those of us who may occasionally take our pastime for granted — and a fine recommendation for anyone who's thought about getting out on the water for the first time:

“As an art, a sport and a practice, sea kayaking opens up the wild world of waterways and reveals the mysteries water protects. The secrets barrier islands keep, glimpses of the swallow tailed kite, intimate encounters with dolphins: a hidden realm opens wide for those who know how to finesse a paddle and extend their bodies in such a way as to be able to sit on water.”
     ›› Read the rest of her article now