Monthly Archives: February 2011

Witnessing Catastrophe

Posted on February 14, 2011 by

One of CCK’s instructors Matt Krizan made the news around the world recently when he was instrumental in saving the life of a surfer at Mavericks. Here is Matt’s account of the incident: Witnessing catastrophe The lagoon east of the reef … Continue reading →

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A Beach for All Reasons

Posted on February 11, 2011 by

Susan B. Sandslammer (aka “Suicide Susie”) was stumped.  She and her hubbie, Thomas J. Lillydipper III, were looking for a new paddling destination for their local chapter of the International Paddlewhakkers Assoc. (IPA).  The problem was that about half of … Continue reading →

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Parents! Teach Your Kids To Paddle…

Posted on February 6, 2011 by

California Canoe & Kayak’s owner and President Keith Miller received this letter out of the blue recently: Keith, This is Joe Booth, Bob Booth’s son.  I just wanted to say publicly that CCK helped make me the paddler I am … Continue reading →

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You Never Stop Learning

Posted on February 5, 2011 by

CCK’s Instructor Training Day As part of CCK’s never-ending strive to be the best kayak school on the planet our instructors attend an annual Instructor Training Day as part of their professional development mandated by the American Canoe Association (ACA) … Continue reading →

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