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silentwakellc · 1 year
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What happens if my kayak capsizes
What happens if my kayak capsizes
It eventually happens to all paddlers; you will fall into the water – either purposely or unintentionally. What happens to you and your gear during this process can range from just another day on the water to a major incident. This posting will cover what normally happens, and what one can do to minimize the ordeal. Let’s explore what the action of falling into the water is commonly called in the…
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lavearlgrey · 10 months
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reading an unathorized fan treatise and i need to actively scream while i read it for some parts so sorry everyone ur the victim
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FIRST OF ALL GIRL THIS IS HIGHLY ILLEGAL EXCUSE ME. HELLO?? THIS IS SO BAD. HELLO!??!?!!?
also idk how it related to the story but one of the ppl on the old LJ account silentwakes had a fucking msscribe icon and there was accustations of sock puppetry and oh my god OH MY GOD. the icon. the callback. the author put thought into this that has me actively terrified.
i tried to glimpse anything thru the memories that were linked but not much seemed relevant (although a looot of msscribe stuff in those memories heehee hoohoo) but man the detail.
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specialagentartemis · 3 months
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got to chapter 18 of An Unauthorized Fan Treatise before learning about the edits from the old version to the new one; jumped back to the breaking-and-entering chapter of the Wayback Machine archived verison to see if I’m missing anything and immediately realized that the aspects that felt anachronistic to 2014 tumblr fan drama were because it was originally set in 2018
and yeah that makes some things slot in better
however the silentwakes LJ drama is SO 2010, that tracks with the new timeline
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idlewarning · 5 months
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crunchycrystals · 10 months
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oh my god i was looking at the ao3 account posting all the fics for an unauthorized fan treatise and i saw the 5 + 1 fic about fang and jayden and then i open the silentwakes livejournal and find out IT WAS WRITTEN BY ROB
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fatherkreiner · 10 months
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is gottie silentwakes. coming up with utterly batshit theories at this point WHAT is going on
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silentwakellc · 1 year
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10 ways to make your kayaking easier.
10 ways to make your kayaking easier.
Over the years of instructing, or just paddling with friends, I have asked the question – What ideals of kayaking you know now are topics you wish you knew when you started for the first time? I have compiled ten of the most common subjects which came up in the conversations. The reoccurring theme within these top ten is paddler development. How to properly paddle Kayaking is fairly easy sport…
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fatherkreiner · 10 months
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got so wrapped up in silentwakes fake plaigarism accusation that i forgot this was meant to be an actor who is secretly gay for a second. lmao
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silentwakellc · 3 years
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How to make better decisions before paddling
How to make better decisions before paddling
Paddle sports generally are a very safe, fun, relaxing and enjoyable activity. The majority of people can pick up basic techniques and methods to navigate the waterways rather quickly.  Kayaking, however can be dangerous, and the dangers increase without taking simple precautions. There are techniques which are used to reduce hazards and make the journey on the water safer to the paddler. Risk…
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silentwakellc · 3 years
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You purchased your first kayak, now what?
You purchased your first kayak, now what?
Congratulations, you have advanced from the notion and desire to own a kayak, to ownership. Time to take that beauty out for a paddle on any stretch of water, right? Besides, you have seen numerous pictures and videos of folks jumping into the sport of kayaking without incident, what could go wrong? Well, this is not necessary the plan of action…. As a child when we learned how to ride a bicycle,…
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silentwakellc · 2 years
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Chart Reading: Why do some lights flash at night?
Chart Reading: Why do some lights flash at night?
Seasoned kayakers will tell you, paddling in low to no-light environment can be challenging. While on the water at night, shoreline object recognition is not as vibrant as it usually is during the day. A kayaker should have the ability to navigate safely during their time on the water. Much like reading a street map while driving, paddlers can use a navigation chart to reach their destination. In…
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silentwakellc · 5 years
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Items for kayak safety.. and some you may not have thought about
Items for kayak safety.. and some you may not have thought about
Being prepared for your next water adventure and packing the right items for the uncertainty can be overwhelming. Ideally, what you bring along should reflect upon your paddle destination and the ability to understand and demonstrate proper usage.
In today’s blog we will explain to you some items which aid us during our travels – and might get you out of a sticky situation.
The PFD: The ideal…
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silentwakellc · 5 years
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Whether liked or not, weather will be a factor .
Whether liked or not, weather will be a factor .
  As paddlers, we must have a basic understanding of weather and weather patterns. Knowledge of simple weather predictions and forecasting will provide a safe and memorable paddle. Before heading out, it is always a good idea to obtain the local weather report – so there are no unexpected surprises. Where do you get this information? Local morning news, newspaper, internet, phone apps, and with…
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silentwakellc · 5 years
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Cosmetic scratches making your boat look old?
For those of us who have fiberglass yaks understand how beautiful they can be when they are shiny and new. Keeping them that way, can be a bit of a strain, especially if you really want to paddle frequently. I personally will have minor scratches which will appear wherever I have attached my back up paddles, Camelback, or other items I frequently place on my deck. Mainly this happens near my…
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silentwakellc · 5 years
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Getting rescued by the USCG (training)
Getting rescued by the USCG (training)
Last week, I covered how to use a VHF and what steps it takes to call for help. This week will be a continuation of the process, and what it actually looks like from a kayaker’s perspective.
A little background to this training: A few years ago, I had organized a joint training mission involving a local paddle club and the USCG. Our training proceeded with a pre-brief with members of the Coast…
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silentwakellc · 5 years
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Trip report - The Horicon Marsh, Wisconsin
Trip report – The Horicon Marsh, Wisconsin
https://silentwake.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/horicon2.mp4
Paddle destination: Horicon Marsh (southern aspect)
  Launch/Land locations:
Launch – Green Head Road N8600 Green Head Rd, Mayville, WI
Land – One Mile Island Trail Head and parking 204 N Nebraska St, Horicon, WI
  Type of environment:
Did you know Horicon Marsh is the largest freshwater cattail marsh in the United States? The…
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