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  • Il sostegno dell’isola – diario scombinato di un’insegnante in trasferta a Ponza 💙 #9

    Il sostegno dell’isola – diario scombinato di un’insegnante in trasferta a Ponza 💙 #9

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    🧭 Giovedì 13 novembre 2025👣 Lontananza e distanza⭐ La musica che parla di isola Oggi torno per la terza volta in una settimana al Forte Papa, una vecchia fortezza diroccata che si affaccia su Cala dell’acqua.Ogni volta sfrutto “l’ora di buco” a scuola per uscire a farmi una breve passeggiata verso uno dei punti panoramici…

  • Energieffektivitet

    Energieffektivitet

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    Ett av mina mål med paddelteknik, kanske det viktigaste, är energieffektivitet. Att komma långt på kort tid utan att anstränga sig. Att inte slösa kraft på sådant som kajaken löser bättre utan min inblandning – ibland är det bättre att göra ingenting än att göra. Att utnyttja de krafter och rörelser i luft och vatten…

  • CÓMO CREAR TU PROPIO BLOG DE KAYAK O AVENTURA

    CÓMO CREAR TU PROPIO BLOG DE KAYAK O AVENTURA

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    Unos consejos para hacer un blog de kayak o deportes acuáticos en base a toda mi experiencia en el tema… leer mas

  • KCS lifting straps for kayaks test and review.

    KCS lifting straps for kayaks test and review.

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    These straps were developed after an idle chat I had with Ronnie Weir of KCS. He asked how I liked the new Ultralight P&H Volan 160. As I enthused about its 16kg weight, which makes it easy to handle singlehandedly, I also told him that I wished it had something better than the cockpit rim…

  • KCS compact day trolley for kayaks with broader sterns (such as the P&H Volan 160,) test and review.

    KCS compact day trolley for kayaks with broader sterns (such as the P&H Volan 160,) test and review.

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    I previously posted a very favourable review of the standard KCS compact day trolley that fitted traditional longer kayaks with slimmer sterns such as the P&H Cetus MV, Valley Nordkapp LV, Northshore Atlantic, Rockpool Alaw Bach, Evolution Nomad 18 and similar models.However, it did not fit the squatter stern of my P&H Volan 160. Fortunately KCS have…

  • “EDH” 19th Century Penobscot Paddle

    “EDH” 19th Century Penobscot Paddle

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    The upcoming Native American, Tribal, Ancient & Asian Art Auction from TAOS Auction Co (Santa Fe, New Mexico), features a 19th century Penobscot paddle with classic stepped grip pattern. Lot 0231 Penobscot Paddle 19th Century 64 ½ inches Description: Penobscot, 19th century, hand-carved from a single piece of hardwood, with elongated curved blade and tapered…

  • Höstljus 2025 – Sofiero – den lysande naturen

    Höstljus 2025 – Sofiero – den lysande naturen

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    Idag blev det en utflykt till Sofiero för att spana på årets Höstljus. Superfint och mysigt i parken. Häftiga ljus- och ljudinstallationer. I år var även slottet öppet så man kunde spana på utställningar inne. Vi är, som sagt, inte så förtjusta i ljusföroreningar. Då menar vi slentrianupplysta fasader, plank, pooler, trädäck med mera, ja…

  • Îles Baléares, Minorque : la côte sud

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    Après avoir avalé la côte ouest en une journée, nous atteignons le Cap d’Artrutx qui va nous ouvrir le chemin d’une très belle côte sud. Il nous a fallu atteindre Cala de Son Vell pour enfin hisser nos kayaks à terre pour la nuit. Nous sommes partis depuis plusieurs jours sans jamais avoir accès à…

  • Il sostegno dell’isola – diario scombinato di un’insegnante in trasferta a Ponza 💙 #8

    Il sostegno dell’isola – diario scombinato di un’insegnante in trasferta a Ponza 💙 #8

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    🧭 Mercoledì 4 novembre 2025👣 Settimane piene⭐ Incontri e scoperte Non pensavo di riuscire a trovare il tempo per scrivere. Non ho quasi tempo neanche per pensare, figuriamoci per scrivere. E invece oggi sono talmente stanca che l’unica medicina per lo stato catatonico in cui sento di essere sprofondata da qualche giorno sembra essere proprio…

  • KAYAK MILITAR Y DE COMBATE

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    Te cuento el pasado y presente del kayak militar, protagonista en muchos ejércitos del mundo para actividades de comando… leer mas

  • Pumpapaddling 31 oktober

    Pumpapaddling 31 oktober

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    Det är inte direkt tätt mellan paddlingarna. Men vill man ha en komplett månad så var det i sista stund. Superfint fredagsväder och dessutom potatislov! Blev en go sväng på Skälderviken. Hittade två på pumpor ute vid Skepparkroken och det passade väl med tanke på dagen. Kanske blir en god pumpasoppa framöver. Vi brukar inte…

  • World Swim Hat Day

    World Swim Hat Day

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    I söndags var det världsimmarhattdagen. World Swim Hat Day firas sista söndagen i oktober. Kul med nåt roligt att fira som inte innebär tokshopping eller tokglufs ? Vi firade med ett mössbad under bron i Rössjöholmsån hemmavid. Kanske ska försöka få fler huvudbonadsbadare till nästa år. Inlägget World Swim Hat Day dök först upp på…

  • TAPA DE BAÑERA LOMO

    TAPA DE BAÑERA LOMO

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    Esta tapa de bañera de Lomo está genial para proteger el interior de mi kayak … leer mas

  • Canal du Midi en bici

    Canal du Midi en bici

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    El Canal du Midi, lleva ese nombre desde tiempos de la revolución francesa, aunque su construcción se llevó a cabo entre los años 1666 y 1681. Es el canal navegable más antiguo de Europa.   Luis XIV  puso en marcha el proyecto con la finalidad de comunicar Atlantico y Mediterráneo conectando el canal como el…

  • Il sostegno dell’isola – diario scombinato di un’insegnante in trasferta a Ponza 💙 #7

    Il sostegno dell’isola – diario scombinato di un’insegnante in trasferta a Ponza 💙 #7

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    🧭 Domenica 26 ottobre 2025👣 Bloccata sull’isola ⭐ Il vento forte come unica compagnia Prima o poi doveva succedere.La navigazione è stata sospesa a causa del maltempo. Le previsioni annunciano onde di quattro metri, e venti di trenta nodi (Forza 7 della Scala Beaufort): la mappa del sito che consulto da sempre per bollettini accurati…

  • Îles Baléares, Minorque : la côte nord

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    Après un aperçu général de notre tour de Minorque en 9 jours de navigation en septembre 2025, voici la première partie en détail. Départ du port de Mahon Arrivés en ferry à Mahon, nous avons laissé notre véhicule à Cala Figuera, au fond du port, où se trouve un grand parking gratuit et sous surveillance…

  • EMS News – AHA 2025 Guideline Updates

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    The American Heart Association (AHA) has released its 2025 updates to the Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC) guidelines, introducing several important changes for both healthcare professionals and everyday responders.  These evidence-based guidelines outline best practices that improve survival from cardiac arrest and other life-threatening cardiovascular emergencies. A Quick Note for EMS Providers…

  • OSKAR SPECK Y SU VIAJE DE LEYENDA

    OSKAR SPECK Y SU VIAJE DE LEYENDA

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    Te cuento con detalle el viaje de Oskar Speck desde Alemania a Australia … leer mas

  • Understanding MARCH – Preventing Hypothermia & Managing Head Injuries

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    From the MARCH Mnemonic Series – Tactical Trauma Care for EMS Providers Preserve and Protect After Stabilization The final step in the MARCH sequence – Hypothermia & Head Injury – focuses on two conditions that can rapidly worsen outcomes if not addressed early.  After bleeding is controlled, the airway secured, respiration managed, and circulation assessed, providers must work to…

  • Understanding MARCH – The Role of Circulation

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    Image retrieved from tccc.org.ua From the MARCH Mnemonic Series – Tactical Trauma Care for EMS Providers After addressing massive hemorrhage, airway, and respiration, the next priority is Circulation, the body’s ability to deliver oxygenated blood to vital organs and tissues. In trauma, the circulatory system can be compromised by shock, internal bleeding, or poor perfusion,…

  • Corso di aggiornamento di tecniche e tecnici del settore marino FICT

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    Questo fine settimana si è svolto il primo incontro di aggiornamento di tecnici e tecniche del settore marino organizzato dalla FICT a Pedaso (Marche).  Inizio ringraziando chi lo ha ideato, organizzato e gestito perché senza il contributo di così tante persone non sarebbe mai stato possibile vivere insieme una tale esperienza. Sullo scivolo di alaggio…

  • Understanding MARCH – The Relevance of Respiratory Assessment

    Understanding MARCH – The Relevance of Respiratory Assessment

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    Image retrieved from tccc.org.ua From the MARCH Mnemonic Series – Tactical Trauma Care for EMS Providers After controlling massive hemorrhage and ensuring a patent airway, the next priority in the MARCH sequence is Respiration.  Effective breathing is critical for oxygen delivery and carbon dioxide removal. When trauma impairs the chest wall or lungs, hypoxia and shock…

  • De livegnas land

    De livegnas land

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    Då och då hör man talas om människor som i sverige jobbar med riktigt dåliga villkor och lever under sunkiga förhållanden. Det kan vara bärplockare som flygs in för att plocka bären som vi bortskämda svenskar gärna vill äta men inte har ork att plocka och inte ska väl vi behöva jobba för så låg…

  • A Bit of an Aside

    A Bit of an Aside

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    I was reading something recently, an article on the internet, I’m sure, that hearkened back to the early days of blogs and how much has changed since then. (We’re likely talking the 1990’s here, which isn’t that long ago in human time, but in terms of generations of technology, it’s an era, a succession of…