Locals shine at Bay State Games Jul 31, 2009
Surprised myself last week when I took a shot at water skiing after three years away from the sport. I pulled off a perfect dock start, and was able to ski without getting wet, until I noticed the legs wearing out and waved bye bye and dropped into the drink. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
Lamb Column: River Chef’s passion a recipe for decades of Mississippi memories Jul 30, 2009
Pete also remembers the times he and his family spent camping on La Crosse area sand bars, fishing, swimming, water skiing, relaxing, catching up with old classmates and making new friends. Pete also recalls marine fuel prices of 87 cents a gallon compared to 5. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Sydney Boat Show 2009 Floats Sydney... Jul 29, 2009
The exhibits and demonstrations cover a wide range of topics from water skiing to knot tying, but it is the boats themselves that attract the most attention. Historic and Classic Power Boats and Sailing Boats. (Suite101.com)
Water skiing clinic opens fun of the sports to disabled Jul 29, 2009
She skied on Conneaut Lake on a special sled during Three Rivers Adaptive Sports' week-long water skiing clinic ... This is the 19th year that Three Rivers Adaptive Sports has held a water skiing clinic at Conneaut Lake in Crawford County; it's the 17th that Mr. Bugha has attended ... Three Rivers Adaptive Sports offers many athletic and outdoor activities for people with disabilities but the water skiing clinic, held this year July 20-23, is the most popular, said Mark Kulzer, 51, president of... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Eleven vie for Miss Neshoba County title Jul 23, 2009
Miss Lovern, a freshman at East Central Community College, enjoys water skiing, wake boarding and horseback riding ... Her hobbies include dancing, water skiing and fishing. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
From Water Skiing to Warhol: Historic Renaissance Vinoy has Something for Everyone Jul 23, 2009
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In their own words: Former space worker treasures 'trophy trout' Jul 20, 2009
"I found little going-away presents that I had for them. . . On Apollo, it was funny, (Neil) Armstrong gave me a ticket for a ride into space any time I wanted to. . .(Buzz) Aldrin . . . his father had donated a whole slew of 'Good News for Modern Men' (Bibles) to the church. So he got one of the donated books and signed it for me. . . I said, 'You cheapskate, you couldn't even buy it, could you!' Now then, the last one to go in was actually (Michael) Collins. . . .During that time, the Apollo... (Florida Today)
Local man makes film about his passions, hockey and water skiing Jul 19, 2009
H20 Extreme is a combination of Scharpf s two childhood passions, hockey and water skiing ... It was a fellow stuntman who told him he should write a movie about hockey and water skiing ... Eventually, water skiing brought him to Florida, where he worked at Sea World. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
O'Grady oh so good Jul 17, 2009
"Whenever we get an off day we try and go out on the lake, get some water skiing, some tubing," O'Grady said. "The only time I go to the lake at home is when I go on the vacation to upstate New York.". (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Wounded vets find healing in Queens Jul 17, 2009
Friday July 17, 2009. The Adaptive Water Sports Festival attracted 39 injured veterans, who traveled to Queens to learn how to water ski, kayak, sail, fish and scuba dive. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Boats for rent Jul 16, 2009
e. jet skis) and no water skiing allowed. Sit back and relax. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Water therapy on skis Jul 16, 2009
Dubbed Adaptive Water Skiing Day, the event has taken place on Eagle Lake for 15 years. "This is my best day of work all year. There's nothin' like seeing a first-time skier get up," said Beth Burnett, a recreation therapist in the rehabilitation unit at Covenant. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
7 Clues To Understanding Dick Cheney Jul 14, 2009
There is Cheney the teenager in Wyoming, attaching a rope to the hood of a car and taking turns with his friends water skiing down irrigation canals that ran parallel to roads outside Casper. There is Congressman Cheney in 1983, five years after his first heart attack and a year before his second, catapulting down a treacherous ski slope in Jackson Hole, Wyo. (Time.com)
U.S. Census Bureau Daily Feature for July 13 Jul 13, 2009
Today, more than six million people in the U.S. actively enjoy water skiing each year. You can find these and more facts about America from the U.S. Census Bureau online at. (PR Newswire)
Fourth-graders pen California-themed essays Jul 9, 2009
This was the second year that the Native Daughters of the Golden West Parlor No. 46 in Murphys sponsored a fourth-grade essay contest called The Wonders of California. On the last day of the school year at Michelson Elementary School, members of the Native Daughters handed out a 20 check and ribbon to first-place winner Elise Sanzeri and a fourth-place ribbon and 5 check to Morgan Puccinelli, students of Michelle Wright. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Houseboating Jul 4, 2009
Powerboats: Many houseboat owners also rent a powerboat to tow along for water skiing and better lake access. Most range from 19 to 23 feet and generally cost about $75 an hour (with a two-hour minimum), $270 for a half day, $450-$600 per day or $2,300 per week. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Albany’s tasty tradition (36) Jul 3, 2009
We ll be camping at Green Peter and maybe out on the boat and water skiing. Leclerc was enjoying his breakfast with Tracy Vogler, also of Albany. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Paralysis can't stop racer Jul 1, 2009
There also are rugby, water skiing, basketball and fencing teams. Before his accident, Barnett was a professional cyclist who competed in races throughout the United States and in Cuba, Brazil, the Dominican Republic and Guatemala. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
District attorney to get water ski accident case Jun 29, 2009
Police reports say Anthony "Tony'' Bellovary, 24, was water skiing on Browns Lake. He let go of the tow rope and was waiting to be picked up when another boat ran over him. Accident investigators from the state Department of Natural Resources identified the driver of the other boat as Lloyd Spleas, 40, of Burlington.Joe Jerich, a Department of Natural Resources conservation warden, said Spleas has not been charged."I'm not sure what is going to happen with that part of the investigation,''... (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Polk Sports Hall inducts area residents (21) Jun 28, 2009
Clack s water skiing skills enabled him to travel the world and meet many of the world s most famous people. He has skied for the President of Beirut, King Hussein of Jordan and Queen Elizabeth of England. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Air Force Announces Men's Soccer Class of 2013 Jun 26, 2009
hobbies include wakeboarding, water skiing and watching movies. recruited by Navy, Wisconsin and Northwestern. (Airforcesports.com)
USF Baseball Blog No. 11 - Garrett Luippold Jun 26, 2009
From tubing, water skiing, to wake boarding, to babe watching has been the highlight of the lake adventures. From time to time we go river floating on big tubes where we travel downstream about five miles. (Usfdons.com)
Chi-Hi English department honors six in May Jun 16, 2009
Outside of school activities, Emily enjoys water skiing and camping. Emily volunteers as a mass server at St. Charles and occasionally works at Agnes Table. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Portland advises against river recreation this weekend Jun 6, 2009
Environmental Services warned people to avoid river recreation -- water skiing, jet skiing, swimming or any activity in which water could be swallowed -- for at least 48 hours after the rains stopped. Health experts said those fishing from the Willamette should wash their hands thoroughly afterward using non-river water. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Bucknell Men's Swimming and Diving Announces Recruiting Class Jun 3, 2009
son of R.C. and Rebecca Treat ; father competed in gymnastics at the University of Southern California ; won Colorado state titles in the 100 and 200 free in 2009 ; two-time 200 free All-American ; two-time Scholastic All-American ; Junior National Qualifier ; first-team all-state selection ; league champion in the 200 IM and 100 free ; Academic All-State selection ; Colorado age group record holder in the 100 and 200 breast ; Grand Prix Championship and Speedo Championship finalist ; 2009... (Bucknellbison.com)
Cash may be athlete's biggest hurdle to races Jun 3, 2009
Some of the sporting activities offered are water skiing, snow skiing, wheelchair racing, track, dance, wheelchair tennis and fishing. Article Rating. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
EA SPORTS Active Breaks a Sweat With Record-Setting Start Jun 2, 2009
Sports activities will include step aerobics, an obstacle course, squash and water skiing, while a new emphasis on combinations will populate the upper and lower body exercises. An all-new presentation will bring users to the tropics and will immerse them in warm weather activities in a picturesque setting. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Lamb Column: Memories of fishing with Dad May 29, 2009
Dick Lunde wrote on May 28, 2009 9:06 PM:" Popper Fishing with my dad, Jim Lunde, on French Island made some of my best memories. In those days dad always made his own poppers. He would always pretend to be upset saying "look at how those darn fish chewed on that popper". He always seemed to be the first to find the best color to use. To this day Poppering is still my favorite fishing and I passed this on to my son. I miss Dad and the days of camping on the sandbars, the water skiing, the... (Winona Daily News, MN)
Boy from Nonda Downs has mustered his talent May 28, 2009
He could hitch a boat, drive for an hour in another direction and go water skiing on a nearby muddy creek. He even got the urge to fly, getting a "restricted pilot's licence" before football took over as his main priority. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
TOURISM: As traffic roars past, beach haven beckons in Carlsbad May 24, 2009
Wakeboard and water skiing run 125 an hour, including boat, driver, instructor and equipment. Shoreside, half-day and all-day rentals are offered for groups, companies and youth camps. (North County Times)
And ending and a beginning for Rio Vista May 24, 2009
Boating, fishing, water skiing and wind surfing now draw thousands to the region, and Rio Vistans hope their historic water tank will draw thousands more. "That tower's been here so long, yes, I do believe we're losing something," said Daniel Harrild, who stoically watched the tank come down Thursday with his dog, Princess. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Don't Let Boating 'Under the Influence' Spoil Fun on the Water (13) May 24, 2009
If it involves boating, jet skiing or water skiing, you may want to think twice about the beverages you bring. More than half of all boating accidents involve alcohol or drugs. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Charley Hannah Goes Into ASHOF May 19, 2009
Other members of the Class of 2009 include: Larry Blakeney (football), Steve Bolt (track), Tommy Brooker (football), Janelle Kirtley Godfrey (water skiing), Jimmy Key (baseball), Lee May (baseball), and John Mitchell (football). The Distinguished Alabama Sportsman is Ronald G. Bruno and the Distinguished American Sportsman is Nicholas J. "Nick" Bollettieri. (BamaMag.com)
Louisiana roots May 16, 2009
In Baton Rouge, we went water skiing and tubing and enjoyed a lot of the Southern traditions such as touring the plantation homes. Another favorite tradition: On Christmas Eve, the Cajuns would build rocking chairs, rocking horses and houses from logs, then they would place them along the water and set them on fire and this would light the way for Santa so he could make his way along the bayous on Christmas Eve. (The Palm Beach Post)
Recreation areas are likely to get busy May 13, 2009
Trenton Lake is known for its water skiing, fishing and a nice swimming beach, Keller said, while Lunds Landing is known as a good place to fish. Lunds Landing has some wonderful rental cabins, he said. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Former Tide Track Star In ASHOF May 6, 2009
Other members of the Class of 2009 include: Larry Blakeney (Troy football), Tommy Brooker (Alabama football), Janelle Kirtley Godfrey (water skiing), Charles Hannah (Alabama football), Lee May (baseball), and John Mitchell (Alabama football). The Distinguished Alabama Sportsman is Ronald G. Bruno and the Distinguished American Sportsman is Nicholas J. "Nick" Bollettieri. (BamaMag.com)
No. 3 Rowing Looks for Second-Straight Big Ten Title May 1, 2009
Sarah Schmidt and the Spartans are in search of their second straight Big Ten title (Msuspartans.com)
A long way from home Apr 15, 2009
" And she seems willing to plunge right into it once she finds it."I am a huge adrenaline junkie, but have not had the chance to experience any of the (Butte-area recreational offerings such as hunting, fishing, skiing, rafting, boating, water skiing, snowmobiling, etc. as I live in the city of Perth, which is mainly hot weather and beaches," Devenny said. "I have participated in rock climbing, high ropes courses and dirt bikes. (Montana Standard, MT)
No comments posted. Apr 14, 2009
Make plans to meet up with boating friends and spend a day wake boarding, water skiing and enjoying the fun. Of course, after all the festivities, you can just relax in your humble floating abode while others pack up and head home. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Outdoors hot line Apr 13, 2009
Boating law, trailering, navigation, safety equipment, hunting and fishing, water skiing, river boating and protecting your boat. COST: $40. (Anchorage Daily News)
State of local emergency declared in county Apr 10, 2009
Whenever there was a strike the majority of the workers would take off to go water skiing or other activities. There was also the whack job fringe that screwed up pay phones, put glue into gate locks, flattened tires of employees who crossed picket lines and cut cables. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Eldred “Eldy” Lowell Myers (24) Apr 8, 2009
Through the years Eldred enjoyed water skiing, fly fishing, white water rafting, scuba diving, golf and especially flying planes. He immersed himself in each activity. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
OSU grad student chosen as rep for Gatorade Apr 7, 2009
She has won both national and international titles in disabled water skiing ... The two maintained the acquaintance, and Vanderbom kept water skiing ... Water skiing has been a big part of her life ever since. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Loving the slopes Apr 7, 2009
He had to learn to walk again using the parallel bars after he suffered a coma following a water skiing accident as a youth. "These incidents remind me how precious life is and how we need to live it to its fullest," he said. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Frederick G. Stirn Apr 3, 2009
As a young man he enjoyed water skiing and swimming, golf and bowling. He enjoyed the Merchant Marines and served as a chief petty officer for three years aboard transport ships as a baker. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Full-force effort battles Flathead Lake invaders Apr 1, 2009
The plant forms dense mats of vegetation on the surface of water that can interfere with swimming, fishing, water skiing and boating and can clog power generation and irrigation water intakes. The stagnant mats become excellent habitat for mosquitoes. (Missoulian, MT)
Wake Nation watersports complex to open in Fairfield Mar 27, 2009
It will offer wakeboarding, a combination of water skiing and snowboarding; wake skating; water skiing; and knee boarding. Rather than being towed by a motorboat, a cable-pulley system around the lake will pull riders at speeds of 18-20 miles per hour. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Mates help veteran Maxwell retain his spark Mar 23, 2009
Maxwell, a former dirt bike and water skiing aficionado, says he is "a bit like an old footballer" and carries the physical legacy of his old hobbies, including a dodgy back. However, he still runs 50km a week with his club mates and eagerly looks forward to his annual trot through the streets of Sydney's CBD in the Half Marathon. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Help Wanted: Where teens may find jobs this summer Mar 22, 2009
He said a special skill like sailing or water skiing is also a plus. Find opportunities at or. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Wrongfully trashed-out, an Oregon property owner says Mar 1, 2009
The blond, blue-eyed scuba diver loved swimming, boating and water skiing at the central Oregon lake. On April 5, 2007, a Chase representative sent Glenn a letter saying the bank had been notified that her house was vacant, meaning the bank needed to secure the property. (OregonLive, OR -- Business)
Private Weekend Getaways Feb 25, 2009
Many are allianced with nearby activities such as golfing, fishing, boating, water skiing and snow skiing. Local Park Campgrounds. (Suite101.com)
Across the Pond: Ponds need your attention Feb 22, 2009
The recreational opportunities like fishing, water skiing, boating, tubing, swimming, watching the water fowl, ice fishing, skating, photography or sitting on a beach at Little Sandy, Oldham, Furnace or Stetson ponds are right at many people s front yards or nearby. Why not want to ensure that these opportunities will always be there. (Pembroke Mariner, MA)
Idol jumps shark with diva Feb 13, 2009
Fun fact: originated from Happy Days when Fonzie jumped over a shark while water skiing. The colloquialism refers to a series that has stumbled off into absurdity, but back to last night s Idol. (The Palm Beach Post)
All about Twiggy Feb 12, 2009
Twiggy the water skiing squirrel gets some practice in at the LaCrosse Center before the boat show at the center this week-end. Dick Riniker photo. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Squirrel nuts about water skiing Feb 12, 2009
She wears a fur coat no matter what the season, likes hot oatmeal for breakfast and is happiest when she s water skiing. Oh, yeah, and she s a squirrel. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Nothing but fun and frolic for Twiggy the water skiing squirrel Feb 12, 2009
She wears a fur coat no matter what the season, likes hot oatmeal for breakfast and is happiest when she s water skiing. Twiggy the water skiing squirrel gets some practice in at the LaCrosse Center before the boat show at the center this week-end. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Barrier buster - Outdoors enthusiast builds rugged wheelchair for backcountry use Feb 11, 2009
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Dr. Murray Feingold: Fit to be pregnant Feb 11, 2009
Contact sports should be avoided as should activities that place you and your fetus at risk such as horseback riding and water skiing. After the first trimester, it is advised not to do any exercises while on your back. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
BOB LAMB: Organizers geared for ’well-rounded show’ Feb 8, 2009
TWIGGY, THE WATER SKIING SQUIRREL: Twiggy was a real hit a few years ago, according to Schauer. The little squirrel was so popular that bleachers will be set up around the pool this year. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Chronically Ill or Disabled Kids Need Exercise, Too Feb 7, 2009
Morris points to the offerings of Courage St. Croix, a rehab and resource center for disabled individuals near his home, as examples of activities that fit the bill: "power wheelchair soccer, hockey, softball or rugby; ...handcycling, SCUBA, rock climbing, kayaking, downhill skiing, water skiing, golf, archery, and bicycling; ... and yoga, tai chi and horseback riding.". "Physical activity," he concludes, "is a positive intervention for children growing up with the challenge of a chronic disease... (MEDLINEplus)
Weighty judicial choices loom for Obama Feb 7, 2009
Though frail in appearance, Ginsburg has a powerful will and physical stamina, fueled by regular workouts at the court gym, water skiing and horseback riding. A decade ago, she did not miss a single day of court proceedings after an operation and therapy for colon cancer. (MSNBC -- Politics)
