Destinations
The Rower and Other Important Place Names in Ireland
It’s become a ritual. The first time we drive through The Rower, everyone speculates on the origin of the name. From a nearby viewpoint you can see River Barrow where we row, but The Rower is too high on Brandon Hill for water to flow through it. A little research tells us that it is…
Wine and Rowing Pairings in South Africa
We pair food with wine, so why not rows? Crisp, clean, a light finish – well that could describe the rowing just as easily as the wine. Pairing is especially appropriate for our three rowing trips in the Western Cape Province of South Africa. Whether you are enjoying the Cape Wildflowers, Western Cape or South…
Introducing Trip of the Month
We are delighted to announce our first Trip of the Month. We love the destinations where we run our rowing trips. They are beautiful landscapes and water, but also have rich history and culture beyond rowing. There is so much to learn and enjoy. For the month that one of our trips is featured, we…
How to Row in Paradise – A Recipe
I recently spent time in Paris, so good food is top of mind. Often the case for rowers! I also like to cook, and quote Julia Child’s maxim, which basically says that if you don’t start with good ingredients, how can you make good food? Reflecting back on our recent rowing adventure, the analogy of…
Rowing Travel in Parks and Protected Areas
I was asked to be part of a panel discussion on the role of tourism in parks and protected areas. As the only business owner on the panel, I presented broad perspectives from the adventure travel industry, which is heavily reliant on beautiful, natural areas and can play a role in advancing conservation. But it…
First Ever Row to Sibuya
We are certain that we are the first people to row the river. Yes, lots have been on it in other craft, including canoes and kayaks, but not rowing shells. This was a rare opportunity in our busy, “been there, done that” world. So ours was a first ever, an easy exploratory adventure on a…
Bellagio Short Break in Rowing & Regatta
We are absolutely delighted to have an article about our Bellagio Short Break published in British Rowing’s magazine Rowing & Regatta Nov-Dec 2015. Patricia Carswell was a delight to have along on the trip, along with the other rowers. You may want to check out two of her blogs Girl on the River and Sporty Over Forty .…
Rowing through London!
For most it is a rare opportunity to row through the centre of London, past such historic sites as the Houses of Parliament at Westminster, the Tower of London, London Bridge, etc. The tides have to be right, permission is needed from the port authority, and braving the river traffic and currents requires good…
Four Rivers in Ireland – River Blackwater
The final river as part of the the Four Rivers in Ireland tour is the River Blackwater in Co. Waterford. This river was the most obviously tidal, and we launch from a beach covered with seaweed. It is a stately river, with perhaps the most dramatic backdrop. Several castles and manor houses grace the shores. Although…
Four Rivers in Ireland – River Slaney cots
In June 2014, we ran our first ever Four Rivers in Ireland trip. That year we rowed River Slaney in County Wexford. There was the wonderful scenery and fabulous wildlife (seals and hundreds of swans) but the special feature was that we rowed traditional river cots. Edermine Ferry Rowing Club was our gracious host. Cots…
