1ST Annual

NO MOTOR FISHING TOURNAMENT

LAUNCH AT CRYSTAL RIVER WATERSPORTS

BEHIND DAYS INN CRYSTAL RIVER

10% of profits to: RELAY FOR CANCER DRIVE

APRIL 26TH, 2008 0700

'ANY FISH COUNTS'

ENTRY FEE $55 PER FISHERMAN

NO MORE THAN 2 FISHERMEN PER BOAT

PRIZES @ 6PM APRIL 26TH

All fish must be caught on rod and reel and on either live bait or artificial baits. All rules and FWC regulations will be neforced. Captain's meeting April 25th, 2008 at 7pm at the Days Inn Hotel conference room in Crystal River, FL.

SIGN UP DEADLINE IS APRIL 20TH, 2008 5:00 PM

PRIZES FOR:

1ST BIGGEST FISH, 2ND BIGGEST FISH, 3RD BIGGEST FISH

FIRST CLOSEST LIMIT, SECOND CLOSEST LIMIT, THIRD CLOSEST LIMIT

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EAST COAST CANOE AND KAYAK FESTIVAL

CHARLESTON, SC APRIL 18-20

http://www.ccprc.com/index.asp?nid=472

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BIC Kayaks Here.

Check out our used boat line. Selection changes often, so don't let a good deal pass you up.

We do trade-ins and sometimes purchase used boats.

Wetsuits can be rented from American Pro Dive 352 563-0041 (on Hwy 19 just north of our shop), Crystal Lodge Dive Center 352 795-6798 (behind Best Western).

Let them know you'll be using the suits on our kayaks!

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WIN A SIT-ON-TOP FISHING KAYAK

The Marion County Aquaholics are raffling off a Malibu ProExplorer Kayak with Outback Seat and Werner Skagit Paddle. Retail: $975

Tickets are $2 each, three tickets for $5, or a book of 12 tickets for $20

Tickets can be purchased at Kayaks and Beyond or ordered online at www.mcaquaholics.com, or contact John Greene via e-mail at: president@mcaquaholics.com

Join us on May 17th, 2008 for the Poker Run. Get a playing card at designated stops along the Oklawaha River. At the end of the run,put the cards together and see how you did. Poker players will be there to assist in telling which hands win over others.

The kayak raffle will be held after the BBQ dinner, (fee for dinner tba).

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MOONLIGHT Paddle  Friday March 21st.

MARCH IS THE WORM MOON

 Earthworm casts appear and hearld the return of the Robins.

Launch: 5 pm from Crystal River Preserve State Park across from the visitor center. We will paddle the Indian River to the Mullet Hole Area and

return in time to put our toys away and join the Moon Over The Mounds walking tour at 8pm.

Wear a Hat if it is a cool night--Dress for the weather--Bring a Flashlight

KINGS BAY:
            Tide                   FT           SUNSET           MOON    
3/21     High   4:23 PM     2.1        7:43 PM         Rise 7:52 PM
3/21     Low   11:27 PM    0.0

Dress for the weather.  No cotton please. Polypropylene and fleece will keep you warm if you get wet.

Wetsuits are great if you have them, or rent them. CALL TO RESERVE YOUR RENTALS.

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MOON OVER THE MOUNDS

CRYSTAL RIVER ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE MOUND COMPLEX

FRIDAY MARCH 21ST 8 PM

CALL 352 795-3817 FOR MORE INFO AND WEATHER STATUS

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THURSDAY, MARCH 13TH *** SATURDAY MARCH 22ND

ACA QuickStart your Kayak Class 9am at Kayaks And Beyond.  Reservations required. 
Description:
Learn the basic skills of kayaking.  Paddle design and strokes, turning and safety skills, entering and exiting the kayak.  Wet exit and re-entry both self and assisted will be demonstrated.  Dress for the weather, no cotton clothing.
Cost: $25  Reservations required.  Free if you have purchased a boat from us.
Kayak rentals available for only $10.

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THURSDAY, MARCH 27TH

Beyond the Cockpit: Essentials of Kayak Touring 9am at Kayaks And Beyond
Description:
So many paddlers try to do all their paddling centered in the middle of the cockpit without ever moving beyond the center of gravity. Most kayaks and paddles are designed to perform beyond the center. Refine your skills by learning to use your body, boat, and blade in unison.  You will learn Forward and Reverse figure 8's edging and bracing.  Learn to lean and turn your boat in a circle in place.  Our class in intermediate skills will teach you  to go "Beyond the Cockpit".  You will gain skills and confidence to venture into wind, waves, or current.  Cost:  $45.  Reservations required.  Approximately 3 hours.  Dress for the Weather— Cotton clothing is discouraged. This holds the cold and retains water.

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THURSDAY, MARCH 13TH *** SATURDAY MARCH 22ND

Intro to Kayak Safety and Rescue Class 1 PM at Kayaks And Beyond
Description:
This is a must class for kayakers and paddlers alike.  Learn to re-enter your boat quickly to avoid hypothermia and other hazards in the water.  You will learn to exit and re-enter your boat in the event of capsize. The participants will learn different ways and techniques of re-entering along with the various tools necessary.  This is a get wet class.  Time is allotted for instruction, demonstration, practice, and critique.  PFD's will be worn at all times. PFD's must have whistles.  Class size is limited.  Cost $35.  Reservations required. Approx. 3 hours. No Cotton clothing. Wetsuits recommended and can be rented from American Pro Dive on Hwy 19 just north of our shop, or any other dive shop.

Dress for the weather.  No cotton. Polypropylene and fleece will keep you warm if you get wet. Wetsuits are great if you have them or rent from local dive shops--see list at top of page.

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ALL TOURS AND CLASSES REQUIRE PRE-REGISTRATION

Click below for our calendar of events:

Kayaks And Beyond Events Calendar

(MCA= Marion County Aquaholics Club Paddle)

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Our Kayak Launch has been a great success. Kayakers really like the put in right behind our shop. No hassels.

No crowds to deal with. $2.00 launch fee. Rentals are given ammenties like a FREE Bottled Water to keep hydrated, a FREE Snack to quench the hunger crave, and a color map to use while paddling with icons showing the most popular places of interest.