Radford Bean
- Apr 3, 2019
Keep Your Dog Safe While Paddling
I have encountered many paddlers, both in person and through pictures they share on social media, enjoying time on the water in a canoe...
Radford Bean
- Feb 20, 2018
Cold Water Immersion—It’s a Life or Death Matter
Forget the 120 Rule, so says Moulton Avery, whose cold water safety presentation I had the pleasure of attending. Avery used the May 16,...
Radford Bean
- Feb 19, 2018
The Right Boat for the Right Water
I've been paddling for decades. I lead paddle trips in the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Puget Sound. I've also paddled in the Salish...
Radford Bean
- Sep 22, 2017
Paddle Safely - Your Life Depends on It
It's an early fall day; you set out in the morning; the water is calm and as smooth a sheet of glass; there's not a cloud in the sky; the...
Radford Bean
- Jan 12, 2016
A Word About Boat Lighting
Paddling at night under the stars, a glowing moon, or the Aurora Boreallis can be a magical time, but it isn't without a certain amount...
Radford Bean
- Dec 9, 2015
Check the Weather Before You Paddle
Canoe & Kayak magazine recently reported on the death of former CEO and co-founder of North Face, Doug Tompkins, who died as a result of...
Oregon State Marine Board
- Nov 14, 2015
New Safety Video Emphasizes the Right Life Jacket Fit for Kids
The importance of wearing a properly fitting life jacket when in, on and around the water is paramount, especially when it comes to our...
Radford Bean
- Aug 12, 2015
Lightning and Paddlers
You’re paddling on one of the many beautiful lakes in central Oregon; you’re out in the middle of the lake; you hear it. First it’s a low...
Radford Bean
- Aug 11, 2015
Key Rules of the Road to Remember
As you age, your mind isn’t as sharp as it once was. You find yourself forgetting things, things like where did I leave my car keys, did...
Radford Bean
- Aug 2, 2015
Who Is Really to Blame for Early End to Red Bull Flugtag Event in Portland
I know spectators and those participants who weren’t able to compete are blaming the captain of the Spirit of Portland for the early...
