Links

Paddling Resources

Midwest Performance Paddlers Regional paddler's group dedicated to performance paddling
Wisconsin Canoe Racing Association
Minnesota DNR - Department of Natural Resources, water maps and boating regulations

Kayaking Events/Races (Lake Superior and Lake Michigan)

Inland Sea Symposium (Washburn, WI) Hosted by the Inland sea Society, this is a classy 4 day sea kayak symposium with lots to offer including 3 & 12 mile kayakraces coureses, speakers, demos and on site camping.
Two Harbors Kayak Festival (Two Harbors, MN) The grandaddy of lake Superior kayaking races and so much more; this is a true kayaking festival with classes, demonstrations, on site camping & much more. Featured events are the 5 & 18 mile kayak with tandem sprints & races for kids as well.

Surf Ski Sites

International Surf Ski Site Based in South Africa, does an excellent job of keeping paddlers apprised of the world of surf ski paddling
Wave Chaser/California Race Circuit West coast group of open water racers
US Surf Ski Championship Official site of North America's premiere open water race

Surf Board Sites

Surf Kite Sites

Local Businesses

The Ski Hut, Duluth, MN -Retailer of outdoor gear
W-Trek Outfitters, Duluth, MN - Retailer of outdoor gear
Superior Coastal Sports, Grand Marais, MN - Outfitter & retailer
Living Adventure Bayfield, WI - Outfitter and educators
Positive Energy Outdoor (ed)Ventures (for Youth), Duluth, MN - Outfitter & educators
Spring Creek Outfitters Inc, Mountain Iron MN - Recreational canoes and kayaks, specializing in discounted factory seconds.

Regional Environmental Stewardship Groups

Weather and Surf Conditions

Web Cams

Lake Superior Marine Museum - View of the twin light houses towards the Lake from the aerial lift bridge.
Duluth Overview view of the Duluth Harbor from the WDIO-TV news tower