creative, passionate, driven
creative, passionate, driven
Having taken a on a much larger role within H2o Dreams this past year, I found myself aboard a plane on New Year’s Day on my way to Chile for three packed full weeks of prepping, leading, and finally, unwinding from our Chile Enchantment trip. This was going to be an entirely new experience for me […]
Friend, boater, and fellow adventurer Chris Baer guest writes on what he carries with him on the river. Heading to a new run that might be at the high end of your skill set? That’s an expedition… Time to get prepared! You’re going to want some tools just in case it gets a little wilder out there
Minimalist Expedition Kayaking Read More »
It’s been a few months since H2o Dreams changed gears after the announcement of Wave Sport Kayaks’ move to Europe. We have loved the Wave Sport brand over the years but more importantly, we’ve enjoyed the incredible relationships and opportunities afforded to us through the culture of Confluence Outdoor. The support of our mission to
H2o Dreams Partners with Dagger Kayaks Read More »
It seems to be one of the most common questions I receive from a parent as their child progresses as a whitewater paddler. Actually, more so than “Should my kid be running class V?” I hear, “Is my child ready for this river?” With that, I see an upward trend of moving young paddlers closer
Should kids run class V? Read More »
The rain brings gifts. Driving to the put in for the Rocky Broad in downpour last week, I chuckled by thinking to myself we are a rare breed that ponies up for adventure as soon as the weather turns sour; in fact, we spend a lot of time hoping for crap weather so we can
Backyard Run Report: the Rocky Broad Read More »
Hey! Hey… you. Yeah, you! I’m talking to you: the adventurous, the determined, the willing… the scared. I’m talking to you, who wants success so badly you can taste it, who aches for that moment when desire and confidence trumps fear, who just wants to know what it’s like to fly, who wants to know
It Doesn’t Have to Be That Way Read More »
We are a gear hungry sport with an insatiable thirst for what’s new and improved. I will be the first to agree that boat design and its outfitting have come a long way in terms of performance, safety, and comfort, but at what cost? Generally, it comes at a sacrifice of weight to accommodate
When packing light matters Read More »
On September 10th, Lyd will be departing Clean Air Carolina to return to H2o Dreams full time. To say that I am excited about her return would be the understatement of the century! Her skill set and determination were sorely missed this 2015 season and I will be excited to see what we accomplish in
Lyd Cardinal Rejoins H2o Dreams Full Time Read More »
As of August 15, the team of Chris and Lydia as well as all of our operations as H2o Dreams, will move to Saluda, NC! To say you’re excited when making a major life change almost always falls short in describing what picking up and moving actually does for your life, and also in this
Important News Regarding H2o Dreams Read More »
We put on the water just before the sun explodes with sunset, and we cruise quietly downstream. The Wild & Scenic Chattooga River is a kitschy albeit truthful means of describing a section of whitewater that is truly deserving of its title, and one of the most beautiful stretches of flow in the Southeast. It
