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Paddling Tip of the Week

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Polarized sunglasses are essential for being on the water in the bright sun. The reflections and glare created on the water can be very intense. A good set of polarized sunglasses will enable you to take in the sights both above and below the water’s surface. Having a good set of polarized sunglasses will make sure you can have an enjoyable paddle with minimal eye strain. The weekly paddling tip is provided by the Ocean Tribe Paddling Club, which is affiliated with the Sanibel Sea School. For more information, visit oceantribepaddlers.org.

Paddling Tip of the Week

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Boat traffic increases this time of year with the influx of visitors, putting more inexperienced boaters on the water. While paddling, it is always recommended to steer clear of main channels, but watch out for smaller power boats that can travel through shallow water, they are less predictable and tend to present the most notable threat to paddlers. Stay close to shore and cross channels as quickly as possible. The weekly paddling tip is provided by the Ocean Tribe Paddling Club, which is affiliated with the Sanibel Sea School. For more information, visit oceantribepaddlers.org.

Paddling Tip of the Week

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Worrying about your car keys can lead to a lot of anxiety on the water. By getting a small watertight container or dry bag that can be clipped to your kayak with a carabiner; not only will your keys be kept secure, but you won’t lose them entirely in the event of flipping over. Many people have used Ziploc bags only to lose the entire bag, despite the bag keeping their keys and electronics waterproof. The weekly paddling tip is provided by the Ocean Tribe Paddling Club, which is affiliated with the Sanibel Sea School. For more information, visit oceantribepaddlers.org.