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Paddling The Blue Podcast

John Chase interviews inspiring paddlers from the US and across the globe doing great things from the seat of a kayak. If you want to learn about sea kayaking destinations, trips, and personalities from the world of paddle sports, we have you covered!

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#157 - How a class project packrafting in Nepal led...

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2026/01/26

Alex Lalonde joins today's episode of the Paddling the Blue podcast to talk about about his path from packrafting whitewater rivers in Nepal to taking over the iconic Body Boat Blade instruction and guiding company. Alex shares stories from a 40-day Nepal expedition, favorite paddles and venues in the Pacific Northwest, and the challenges of reopening a specialty paddle shop.Karnali river Burrows Island Allan Island (private, permission required to visit) Deception Pass Cypress Island Matia

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#156 - Paddlesports Coaching and Kayaking the Bahamas...

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2026/01/12

Welcome to today's episode of the Paddling the Blue, featuring guest Eila WilkinsonIn this episode Eila discusses her coaching philosophy, Paddle UK pathways and qualifications, the importance of using your feet and core in kayaking, and dramatic expedition stories including surf, rescues and navigation challenges in the Bahamas. Eila Wilkinson Sea Kayaking Andros Island Wolf's Kayaking Club - Bahamas

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#155 - Paddling Florida's Great Calusa Blueway:...

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2025/12/29

Mike Hammond oversees the Great Calusa Blueway, a nearly 200 mile paddling trail in Florida’s Lee County. Mike joins today’s episode to talk about the area’s fascinating indigenous history, its interesting utopian history, the beauty of the trail, and why this might be your next paddling destination. Highlights include the region’s unique subtropical wildlife (manatees, dolphins, shorebirds), the Calusa people and shell mounds like Mound Key, the Koreshan historic site, protected mangrove tunnels,

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#154 - Multi-modal solo kayaking and cycling on the...

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2025/12/15

In this episode Katrin Tomanek describes how she moved from climbing to kayaking and developed a style of multiimodal trips that combine sea kayaking and cycling to minimize driving. She shares how she learned skills, used careful planning and spreadsheets, and progressed from local trips to big expeditions.Katrin recounts standout journeys including a foggy, remote Lost Coast outing, a 52‑day mostly-solo paddle through the Inside Passage, and a counterclockwise circumnavigation of Vancouver Island

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#153 - Kayaking Dominica's Waitukubuli Sea Trail with...

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2025/12/01

Wes Moses operates the Soufriere Outdoor Center in Dominica. Wes joins the show today to talk about the Waitukubuli Sea Trail in Dominica — a 66 km sea kayaking route that highlights volcanic landscapes, sulfur baths, sea arches, snorkeling sites, and vibrant Creole villages. If you’re interested in paddling a Caribbean blue sea with warm water, rugged mountains spilling to the coast, sea arches, and unique foods, this might be the place for you. Soufriere Outdoor Center: www.soc-dom.com Paddle TV

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#152 - Kayaks, Kiviak & Ketosis: A 3,200 km Greenland...

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2025/11/17

Paddling Chef Mike Keen shares his solo 3,200‑km kayak journey up the west coast of Greenland, where he lived on a traditional Greenlandic Inuit diet of seal, whale, fish and fermented foods while researchers tracked his health and microbiome.In this episode of the Paddling the Blue podcast, we discuss his preparation, camping and paddling challenges, surprising physical results, the role of fermentation in food preservation, and ongoing scientific follow‑up — all framed by vivid Arctic landscapes

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50:20

#151 - Breaking Waves & Records: Billy Butler's Kayak...

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2025/11/03

Endurance paddler Billy Butler joins today's episode to talk about his transition from rivers to sea kayaking, recent record-setting performances, and the training and preparation behind them.The episode covers highlights like the Isle of Wight and Anglesey circumnavigations, a North Sea crossing, upcoming plans including surf ski competitions, and practical lessons for touring and expedition paddlers. Performance Sea Kayak (Search Billy Butler) Paddlecast

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#150 - Kayaking the Inside Passage single use plastic...

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2025/10/20

Lucy Graham is today's guest on the Paddling the Blue podcast. Lucy fostered a love for outdoor and environmental education and guiding programs early on and that led her to undertake the trip of a lifetime along the Inside Passage. She and her friend Mathilde added a twist, making the trip single-use plastic free. In today's episode, we talk about that trip and her follow up source to sea solo of the Yukon by canoe. Passage Adventures The Film - Changing Tides

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43:10

#149 - Sea Kayaking Oman 3165 with Mark Evans

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2025/10/06

Today’s episode with Mark Evans is a bit backward from our other episodes. Normally we talk about a trip that has already happened. Well, this one hasn’t happened yet and is about to kick off. Mark Evans brings a vast adventure pedigree, from crossing Greenland, a year in Svalbard, teaching in Africa, and retracing famous routes overland through Africa. His latest exploration is a second attempt at paddling the coastline of Oman, a country not known for kayaking but surprisingly rugged by land and

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#148 - 1,500 Miles Solo: Linking the Northern Forest...

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2025/09/22

In today's episode, John Connolly recounts his 75-day, 1,500-mile solo journey connecting the Northern Forest Canoe Trail and the Maine Island Trail, traveling by canoe and sea kayak through rivers, lakes, portages, and the tidal Bay of Fundy.John describes the trip’s challenges and highlights—upstream paddling, long portages, dramatic tides, wildlife encounters, and community support. ConnellyOutdoors.com "Dying out here is not an option: PaddleQuest 1000--A 1500 Mile, 75 Day, Solo Canoe &

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57:34

#147 - 1,000 Mile Vision Quest celebrating cultural...

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2025/09/08

Ed Hill joins today's episode of the Paddling the Blue podcast to share a 1,000-mile canoe vision quest along Canada’s west coast that partnered the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and Indigenous communities to celebrate culture and offer alternatives to addiction.The episode explores the physical challenges of the voyage, the restoration of canoe culture, powerful cross-cultural ceremonies and songs, and the creation of the Vision Quest recovery program. Before we get to today’s conversation with

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#146 - Solo sea kayak slow roll through Johnstone...

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2025/08/25

Stuart Munson is a reformed backpacker who discovered paddling as a new way to get to great places. Today we talk about his two-month slow roll exploration of Desolation Sound and Johnstone Strait in Pacific Northwest Canada. Stuart Munson shares his two-month solo sea kayak expedition through Desolation Sound, Johnstone Strait, and the Broughton Archipelago. Stuart shares planning tips, campsite strategies (including his favorite aerial tent), wildlife encounters with orcas, porpoises, bears, and

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#145 - London to Marrakech and New York Spare Seat...

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2025/08/11

Richard Harpham has more than 14,000 miles of human-powered adventures under his belt and he’s not slowing down. Today we talk about two, London to Marrakech by kayak and bike the challenges and triumphs encountered along the way, from the sea conditions off of Casablanca to the bustling Strait of Gibraltar, and a unique twist on a trip that he called the New York Spare Seat Kayak Expedition.Rich Adventure Canoetrail.co.uk Great British Paddling Adventures: More than 50 routes for kayak, canoe,

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#144 - Creating Artwork on the Isle of Man with...

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2025/07/28

Stephen Marsh joins today’s episode of the podcast. Many of you may know Stephen as the master artisan behind Big Pond Kayaks. Dive into Stephen's life as a passionate paddler and explore the coastal waters of the Isle of Man, renowned for its vibrant paddling community and beautiful sea kayaking experiences. Discover the inspiration behind Stephen's intricate kayak artwork, the challenges of building custom boats, and the beauty of handcrafted designs that make each kayak a one-of-a-kind

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#143 - Amazon Source to Sea Adventure with Darcy...

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2025/07/14

Welcome to today’s episode of the Paddling the Blue podcast! I was paddling with some friends recently and someone mentioned Darcy Gaechter. Darcy is an extraordinary adventurer and author of Amazon Woman. Darcy's journey down the Amazon River set a milestone as the first and only woman to paddle the entire length of the river. The paddler I was with was fascinated by Darcy’s story so I thought this would be a great opportunity to bring this one back to the top. In this episode, we explore the

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#142 - Justine Curgenven's Aleutian Kayaking...

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2025/06/30

Join us for an exciting encore episode of 'Paddling the Blue' as as we revisit a fun conversation with Justine Curgenven.Dive into Justine's incredible journey through Alaska's remote Aleutian Island chain with Sarah Outen. Learn about her preparations, the breathtaking landscapes, and unique wildlife encounters. This episode is packed with inspiration for kayakers and adventurers alike. Plus, discover how Justine's stories continue to captivate audiences and her ongoing contributions to the

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#141 - Best friends go midlife kayak adventuring with...

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2025/06/16

Join me in a conversation with adventurous paddlers Andy Mullins and Geoff Cater. Under the banner of Midlife Kayak, Andy and Geoff share their experiences, challenges, and the unique bond of friendship forged through sea kayaking.Embark on an inspiring story that navigates from the scenic coasts of Cornwall to the thrilling waters of Ireland. This episode explores not only the thrills of paddling around the prominent British Isles but also delves into the personal growth, camaraderie, and

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#140 - 32-Day Kayak Expedition Navigating Patagonia...

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2025/06/02

Today's episode of Paddling the Blue features a riveting conversation with sea kayaker Mathew Schweitzer. Alongside Andy Gill and Brody Duncan, Mathew embarked on a grueling 32-day kayaking expedition through the majestic fjords of Patagonia, from Puerto Eden to Puerto Natales. Facing unpredictable weather, majestic glaciers, and numerous challenges, this episode delves into the highs and lows of their adventure.Mathew shares insights into his journey from whitewater to sea kayaking, the meticulous

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#139 - From Marathons to the Mississippi: Paul...

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2025/05/19

In this episode of Paddling the Blue, John talks with Paul Mellor, an adventurer who has conquered marathons in all 50 U.S. states, cycled across the USA, and most recently, paddled the full length of the Mississippi River. Paul shares his stories of unwavering determination, the challenges of river life, and the remarkable kindness of the people he met along the way. Connect: Mellor Memory Learn: Strokes of Kindness: paddling America's most iconic river reveals the humanity of its people Summer

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#138 - Finding flow through exploration in the Outer...

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2025/05/05

In this episode of Paddling the Blue, Tom Thorpe discusses his experiences in coasteering, climbing, and sea kayaking, and how each sport and a thirst for new experiences has influenced his personal and professional growth. He also delves into the intricacies of navigating the challenging waters surrounding the Outer Hebrides and shares insights into his solo circumnavigation of Ireland.Learn Isle of Lewis The Scaladale Activity Centre and Hostel Shiant Isles Flannan

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