Kayaking the American River
Bee reporter Sam Stanton shows how to kayak the American River for the beginner. Video by Sam Stanton and Andy Alfaro
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By: The Sacramento Bee
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Posted by: client916
Nice. I want one now.
on Jul 01, 2009 at 01:59 pm
Posted by: cooperbe
Nice video. But I wouldn't recommend putting in or taking out from the Effie Yeaw Nature Center. It's quite a long walk to where you can park your car. Go a bit further down stream at Ancil Hoffman Park. The parking is much closer to the river and there are life jackets available.
on Jul 01, 2009 at 05:03 pm
Posted by: stevieart
Such a treat to see the Parkway from the River. I bike and walk there constantly and really want to add kayaking.
on Jul 02, 2009 at 08:58 am
Posted by: rick*p
Great video - excellent video, narration and editing. We kayak from Sailor Bar to Watt often, and think you did a great job of capturing the experience. Wonder, though, why you don't use "offset" paddles. Cheers, rickp
on Jul 02, 2009 at 09:43 am
Posted by: northern*moods
I haven't done this in quite awhile.Watching this video clip brings it all back. What a fun day trip with beauty and nature all along the way.I'm going to do this with a friend next week. Thanks, guys.(And don't forget your life vests, everyone!)
on Jul 05, 2009 at 05:03 pm
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