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Sierra McGivney graduated in May 2021 with a degree in journalism and expeditionary studies at SUNY Plattsburgh. She spent the summer of 2020 as an intern for the Adirondack Explorer.
By Sierra McGivney
PFD: Personal Floatation Device Safety is super important when kayaking or canoeing. A big factor to consider in the Adirondacks is the time of year you are paddling in. During the spring and fall the air temperature and water temperature can be drastically different. “You can have a beautiful 70-degree day and the water could…
By Sierra McGivney
Comparing the pros and cons of kayak materials: Composites: fiberglass kevlar carbon/graphite Pros: Durable, easy to repair, stiff, better in challenging conditions, lightweight. Good for sea kayaking. Cons: Expensive Roto-molded plastics: polyethylene Pros:Low cost, higher surface tension, durable. Good for recreational kayaking. Cons: Heavy and susceptible to sun damage