Tag Archive for: Instruction

Dana Chladek

Dana Chladek is the only American to win two medals in Olympic canoe slalom.

Roger Parsons

Almost every part of the sport as it exists in Canada today has been influenced by Roger Parsons in some way.

Isamu Tatsuno

Tatsuno's contribution to our sport goes beyond his business of selling paddling gear and outdoor experiences. 

Holger Machatschek

Have you ever wondered where large cockpits, bulkhead footrests, the throw bag, and life jackets came from? No other has influenced the "Alpine whitewater sport" more than Holger Machatschek, for several decades.
Dave Manby filming at the Orinocco, 1977

Dave Manby

As an Advocate, Dave Manby has spent fifty years at the center of the international river running scene, inspiring others to paddle rivers around the world.

Charlie Walbridge

Approachable, humble, and always friendly, Charlie has probably contributed more than any other single person to promote river safety and develop standards and rescuer techniques.

Bob McNair

Bob’s Basic River Canoeing was THE manual in the 1970’s and 1980’s for basic whitewater techniques used by many to learn and teach whitewater canoeing.

Payson Kennedy

Payson Kennedy co-founded the Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) in Wesser, NC in 1972 with Horace Holden and developed it to become a world-class facility.

Scott Shipley

Scott is a three-time Olympian and three-time World Champion in slalom kayak among the many other outstanding medal performances and contributions.

Eric Jackson

Eric Jackson is considered by many to be the best kayaker in the world. No one has excelled at as many different aspects of the sport as Jackson has.