KAYAKING

For a Texan, I do one heck of a Russian accent. Actually, I can also deliver a pretty good Shakespearean accent too...at least, that's what my ninth graders tell me. I teach ninth grade English and art, and when I'm not reading "The Most Dangerous Game" or "Romeo and Juliet" for the umpteenth time, I'm usually doing something to stretch my visual creativity...or I'm eating Mexican food (Hey! I'm from Texas...that's a requirement!) When I'm not in the classroom, I'm usually hitting the rivers here in Texas in my kayak. I'm a level one kayaking instructor and I take folks on guided river trips and give Intro to Kayaking classes on the weekends. I love being out in nature...almost as much as I love Mexican food. At home, if I'm not painting or drawing something, I'm usually either curled up with a romance novel or trying out a new recipe in the kitchen...be it sour cream chicken enchiladas, taco soup, or just a mean cup of queso. (Are you noticing a trend here?) Last, but certainly not least, I'm the awesome owner of three of the cutest and most spoiled dogs you've ever met. Yeah, I'm one of those crazy single ladies that adopts dogs like Angelina Jolie adopts babies. But coming home to them is truly the best part of my day...oh, that and eating Mexican food ;-)

I am a husband, father, friend, coach and mentor. I have been married over 40 years to the same wonderful woman and have three amazing children. I am retired entrepreneur who had a very successful executive search business for approximately 20 years. I now spend my time helping online marketers create an income. I also spend a great deal of time volunteering. Assuming I am not traveling, visiting my kids,flyfishing, riding my bicycle or kayaking,you can usually find me on the computer. For over 20 Years, I have led experiential workshops that help individuals overcome their personal roadblocks to success. My wife and I have also taught parenting workshops. I am a life long learner I have many areas of interest that I have pursued. In some of these areas I continue to be a student. In some areas I have become quite proficient and in some areas I actually teach and coach.

By day Jan works as an E-Learning Professional providing instructional design and project leadership for training programs delivered electronically. The rest of the time she enjoys a variety of outdoor activities and travel adventures. In the winter Jan enjoys cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, downhill skiing and other winter sports. Her primary winter playground is the Sierra Nevada Mountains but she also enjoys other destinations. In the warmer months of summer, Jan enjoys hiking many of the same areas she frequents in winter. Throughout the year Jan enjoys a variety of water sports including SCUBA diving, and sea kayaking. Jan is an underwater photographer and SCUBA instructor and has traveled around the world diving. As a lifetime swimmer Jan has competed in both pool and open water. She enjoys the challenge of cold water swims and training toward a goal.

I was born and raised in California when the Northern part of the state was farm fields and wild flowers. In my youth I remember collecting flowers for my mother outside the bull pen (down a dirt road), playing hide and seek with neighborhood friends, and building forts. Over the last 20 years I have worked as a manager in everything from retail to casinos. In 2006, I went back to school and obtained my Associates Degree in Business then continued with a Bachelors of Science in Psychology. I am currently working on a Doctoral degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology with University of Phoenix. When my degree is complete I would like to teach Psychology at the college level and run a psychology lab. My range of life experience extends over raising my sons the last 23 years, coaching soccer, volunteer work, and working in the church. When I am not working I enjoy exploring and kayaking. My hobbies include painting, decorating, sewing, crafting, genealogy, antiques, and reading. On the side I study brain mapping, world religions, and culture on my own as well as though college classes. We have three dogs all mixed breeds, a king snake, a leopard gecko, and a mouse (the one the snake didn’t eat). I believe that the United States is an amazing country that is still full of opportunities although we have to work harder to find those opportunities.

I am a bachelor who was raised on Eastern Long Island and now resides in S. Florida. My hobbies include kayaking, boating,sailing,scuba diving and many others especially spending time with loved ones. I have worn many caps but now I am taking on what has always been a passion of mine...writing. I love to read just about anything and listen to music of all kinds. I am an avid internet user and use it as a tool for information and to widen my view of the world and its peoples. I am a humanist and a free thinker who sees through the political left/right paradigm. I wish to contribute to the "notion" of pulling this country back up by its bootstraps and giving it back to the people where it belongs.

I m a teacher who loves lighthouses. Right now, I keep busy with family, writing and kayaking. I have worked in non-profits and a variety of educational environments. One of my favorites was working in an educational toy store. I enjoy new opportunities that keep life interesting.

I enjoy walking my dogs every day or hiking in the mountains where I live.I also enjoy kayaking - my favorite place is Jefferson Lake. In my spare time i enjoy reading fiction or watching old movies. I also enjoy creative writing: previously poetry and now that I have some free time, in my journal and some fiction. I'm recently unemployed and am pursuing a new direction in my life, to publish what I write.

Dr. Randy Martin is a licensed pharmacist and business entrepreneur living and working in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. He has appeared as an invited speaker for the Texas Society of Health-System Pharmacists and is a published author/researcher in the field of pharmacy. Randy is an avid foodie, wine & beer enthusiast, and former professional musician. This combination of interests results in a great deal of time spent with his wife seeking out new restaurants, pubs, venues, haunts, and hole-in-the-wall gems. Randy also travels frequently and enjoys a wide range of outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, rock climbing, and kayaking.

Geoffrey Taylor is a 30 something living in Small Town America, on the West Coast of Florida to be more precise. He loves cycling, golf, football and really, really wants to get into the sport of Kayaking. I have an interest in politics, and that really just consists of watching the news and yelling at the TV. However, I do that a whole bunch, so I would say I have a pretty dedicated interest in the matter. I am also interested in the education matters that the USA feels like they are facing today. I am confused by it. I came from public schools and went to a public university, so I believe that our education system is adequate, but I am not sure that a 4 year degree should be a requirement for everyone. Professionally, I have worked in the Car Rental industry in the past, and I bring a wealth of knowledge on that subject.

I am the biggest outdoor enthusiast. I love being outdoors fishing, hiking, biking,kayaking and gardening. Growing plants and herbs is my escape from the busy world.I am 45 years old and have lived my whole life in NC exploring the beautiful mountains and lakes.I am amazed by God's works of nature here. I am married with 2 beautiful daughters who are adults now. I am a Baptist and love studying the Bible. Currently I live in Granite Falls, NC and am self employed.

I am an outdoorsy person who loves kayaking, geocaching, climbing mountains in the adirondacks, and general hiking. I also enjoy running and teaching zumba. A goal of mine is to be accepted into a school that offers a health and wellness degree and to someday become a physical therapist.

As a born and raised Vancouverite, the flavour and culture of the west coast and mountains runs deep within me. I now live in the beautiful Okanagan area of British Columbia, on a large acreage in a custom log home my husband and I built. We live off-grid, our home powered by solar and are actively engaged in a sustainable lifestyle. Outdoor sports and activities have always played a large role in my life. I hold professional certificates in the equestrian world as a coach/trainer and my students have competed and won at the provincial and national level. I have been active in the horse world for the better part of 30 years. A lifelong passion for skiing led me to earn my instructor's certification with the Canadian Ski Instructor's Alliance. Backcountry pursuits including ski touring, climbing, mountaineering, snowmobiling and hiking round out my mountain interests. On the water, sea kayaking is a favourite, with several multi-day expedition trips to the wild west coast completed. I hold a Canadian Power and Sail Squadron boating certificate and enjoy power boating during the summer with our 21' bowrider. An active gardener, organic and permaculture principles are important to me. As parents with a now empty nest, we have recently become Wwoofer hosts (World Wide Organization of Organic Farmers) to meet and enjoy the mutually beneficial assistance of Wwoofers who visit from around the world. I am not particularly good, nor interested in fashion and makeup - unless it's the latest and greatest technical gear or lip balm that defies salt water. That pretty much sums me up, thanks for reading!

Laurie Frisbey is a married stay-at-home mom of three children, a dog, and a cat. Her youngest child has a rare chromosome disorder called Ring 22. Laurie worked in the Genetics Program at her local hospital for 9 years before becoming a SAHM. Laurie enjoys reading, writing, music, kayaking, and hiking. She is also interested in genetic disorders and other medical issues, as well as learning about nutrition and holistic medicine.

I spent more than 25 years as a news writer and editor, then became a communications executive in private industry and government. But after I discovered kayaking, all that other stuff did not seem so important. Read more at www.norcalyak.com

Julie Moran is a licensed architect in Atlanta, Georgia. Much of her time is spent in the Southern Appalachian Mountains hiking, kayaking, and writing.

I was born in a small Jersey town outside of New York City. I moved to North Carolina, where I currently reside with my three amazing children, to attend Elon University. I have a BA in English and Philosophy and an MBA in Business Administration. Really, I am a big dorky nerd. I love philosophy, good books, live music, and nature. I freelance write and edit and i also write for fun. My hobbies include oil/acrylic painting, camping, canoeing, kayaking, chess, logic puzzles, philosophizing, and reading. I also love the TV show Lost and the sports, hockey and baseball. If you have any topics you would like me to research and write about, please send me a message as i'm always looking for new ideas.

I retired from a 21-year career in the Navy in the summer of 2008, and moved to the beautiful town of Tehachapi, nestled in the Southern Sierra Mountains between Bakersfield and the Mojave Desert. Over the years I have started a few writing projects, but never had the time to actively pursue serious writing and/or publication projects. With normal civilian life embracing me will a little more free time, I figured that it's time to start exploring some venues of getting my work out. I am a huge outdoors person who enjoys hiking, backpacking, rock climbing, road cycling, sea-kayaking and many other activities. Earlier this year I got started in live theatre by jumping in the deep-end and taking a leading role in a play at the local theatre, which has since led to a second play, 2 short plays and now a stage-manager position. I have discovered a strong interest in theatre!

When she is not camping, kayaking, backpacking, or chasing her three very active sons, Jackie is a professional artist and freelance writer. She lives in the beautiful southern Appalachian mountains with her husband who is a musician and artist.

I am 25 years old. I have been living in South Florida for the last 2 years working in the golf industry. I have just recently moved back to Michigan. I love the outdoors, whether it be fishing, mountain biking, kayaking, golf, boating, etc.

I'm a 31 year old male living in Lancaster,PA. I'm in a great relationship with my girlfriend and enjoy an active lifstyle. We love riding dirtbikes, riding streetbikes, mountain biking, kayaking, snowboarding, and vacationing at any beach.

I am a native Floridian, born in Orlando, Florida. I love dogs, hiking, kayaking and photography. I have 35 years experience in a professional position at a telecommunications corporation. I like to think I have a common sense approach to life.

Born in London, England, I have spoken Welsh as a child, sunbathed in Australia, giggled in the British Army in Egypt, and been scared by hungry bears when kayaking in Canada's wilderness. I live in Ottawa, Canada.

TAndrew Yount. Freelance writer, educator, musician in greater Central Florida area. Loves to eat out, taste new wines, sample chocolate, bicycling, kayaking, fitness. Coming from a long line of German/Scottish immigrants who seem stern on the outside, but are really funlovi

I work in a research lab and dream of the time I can spend hiking, backpacking and kayaking. I live to test backpacking gear and write reports about that gear. I help run both a kayaking and backpacking group. I have hiked over 1200 miles of the Appalachian trail.

Engineer with an interest in health, weight lifting, whitewater kayaking, and web development.

I am an avid kayaker, outdoorsman, naturalist, and volunteer at The Chattahoochee National Recreation Area. My main interests are my pet rabbits, kayaking, and photography.

15 years as a Freelance Photographer, Graphic Artist, Crafter. My husband is my best friend and we love to go camping and kayaking. Our favorite place is Terlingua, Texas and the Rio Grande River.

I have one year left of law school, and hope to offer direct representation to immigrants after school. As for activities, I enjoy cooking, traveling, and kayaking

I live on a lake in Upstate New York, where I am self-employed as a photographer and designer. I spend most my free time kayaking with my camera, working on my web site and writing songs.

I am a mom of 3 boys who is interested in pursuing a writing career. I love to have fun, and have recently taken up kayaking. My philosophy of life is pretty simple, it's an adventure!