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How to Rescue a Runaway Kayak

Learn from the experts at the Madawaska Kanu Centre
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Learn to rescue a runaway kayak with Thea Froehlich from the Madawaska Kanu Centre. This is an essential skill for anyone paddling rivers where a swim could lead to loss of gear or a long and difficult hike out. 

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