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Archive: May 2019

Stand Up Paddling the Southern Peninsulas, except Dingle – Week 2

May 30, 2019

I saw my first whale! I’ve seen dolphins and seals. I’ve even seen porpoise, but I’ve never seen a whale before last week. In all seriousness though, this section of the journey had moments of pure elation and moments of complete frustration. The wind has such a huge impact on whether…

Stand Up Paddling the Haven Coast – Week 1 of My Wild Atlantic Way Expedition

May 15, 2019

As I was preparing for the launch of my unsupported paddle up Ireland’s West coast, I heard from various people, “that sounds like a lonely existence”. And the thought of it seemed just that. Paddling all day on my own, camping at night under the stars, on my own. It sounded peaceful yet lonely. As I was…