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What started as a friendly challenge between two friends two centuries back has now turned out to be one of the world?s major sporting events. It all began with two friends, Charles Merivale and Charles Wordsworth [nephew of William Wordsworth], who started the idea of having a boat race between the two universities.

Snorkeling can be enjoyed by the entire family. Preparing before hand can make it a positive experience for everyone and very safe. Being aware of the potential dangers and learning how to prevent them is the key to a successful trip.

Sailing, like most activities, does have some possible dangers. Knowledge, preparation and care, can help prevent most serious problems. Consider the following ideas when preparing for your sailing adventure.

A look at Oriskany an artificial reef a sunken aircraft carrier off the coast of Florida.

This article tries to give the reader an in depth overview of Boating. This is a huge business full of enjoyment and excitement for all the family. Where to buy what size what engine where to moor what safety is needed in fact everything for the amateur and proffessional alike

Surfing to me is about a number of things - most importantly the enjoyment I get from it. It is the pure love for surfing that drives me to get up on a cold and wet winter?s day at the crack of dawn & has made me the person I am.

A look at some of things you should look for if thinking of taking up the diving experience on holiday.

The Eddie Aikau Big Wave invitational takes place in Hawaii each November, but only when the waves exceed ten meters in height. The competition is for serious surfers and entrance is by invitation only.

The Cove may be one of Santa Monica's most notorious surf spots, but there's plenty more beaches in this stunning holiday location

Snuba is a portmanteau word, combing the words scuba and snorkel. Snuba divers wear similar equipment to that of scuba divers: fins, mask, and a bodysuit. However, the air tank commonly worn on scuba divers back, is attached to a specially designed raft floating on the surface of the water. The air that the snuba divers breath travels through a twenty foot hose, only allowing the diver to travel to a maximum depth of twenty feet.

A good paintball team will often have specialized operators, like snipers. Tracking their prey, snipers often have particular needs for their paintball marker, using it as a sniper rifle. Not often found on the speed course, snipers hide and track their prey, relying on the unexpected.

Ever wonder about jumping in with both feet and taking a whitewater rafting adventure? The beginner can have just as much fun and excitement as the seasoned expert. The following 7 tips will help get you safely prepared to take the ride of your life.

Two amateur rower's are gearing up to become the first people from the Midlands ever to cross the Indian Ocean in a seven metre rowing boat.

A step by step system for teaching children or small adults how to water-ski.

It cannot be denied that many people love to vacation at the beach for the most part of their life. The beach is undoubtedly one of the most popular destinations for those wanting to take a break from the hustle and bustle of city life and be close to nature.