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James Manke, Canada

Founder of ALL THINGS QAJAQ. Internationally acclaimed Greenland style kayaking instructor based in British Columbia, Canada.
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Amber Champion, Canada

he first and the youngest paddle Canada female Level 4 instructor. Passionate about teaching young paddlers and female paddlers.
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Ian Oliphant, Canada

A rising star in sea kayaking and a dedicated coach. His fresh perspective and enthusiasm breathe new life into Gearlab family.
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Trina Hahn, Canada

Thrill-seeking Greenland paddling instructor & coastal kayaker with an infectious passion for all things kayaking. She thrives exploring the picturesque Puget Sound and rugged shores of the PNW. Her greatest joy is empowering others to build confidence in dynamic environments.
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Hege Enge, Norway

Founder of NORWEGIAN WILD, offering the ultimate “back to nature” experiences in Norway.
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Hayden Peck, USA

Professional Outdoor Creatives & Guides
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Daniel Duran, USA

Professional Outdoor Creatives & Guides
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Jack Mac, United Kingdom

Writer and exploration photographer, professional bikepacker, kayaker and mountaineer, living on the road full-time in a 1986 VW Syncro 4x4. Jack has spent the last two years in the Arctic Circle, and was paddling with Orcas when a fellow kayaker introduced him to a Gearlab Greenland paddle.
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Robert Nissenbaum, USA

Adventure seeking coastal sea kayak & Greenland paddling instructor based in the PNW (Washington, USA).
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Oğuzhan Durmuş, Turkey

Outdoors Tour Leader, guiding adventure sports tours and leading activities.
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Giuseppe Debernardi, Italy

Sea kayak ISKGA guide, British Canoeing Sea kayak leader & Coach L3, Sea kayak award provider. Active paddler, guide and coach based with Sea kayak italy in Elba Island.
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Stefano Vascotto, Italy

Born and raised in Sardinia island of Italy. Author of “Sardinia by Kayak, The Iglesiente Coastline” & “A trip to Sardinia, the magic of an island”.
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Lars Everding, Germany

Allrounder, coming from white water, now Greenland Style specialist, sea kayaking guide and instructor/coach. In charge of sea kayaking with the German Kayak Association (DKV).
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Alain Prevost, Canada

Adventurer, sea kayaking guide and instructor/coach in Ontario/Quebec, Canada.
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Helen Wilson, USA

Chairperson of QAJAQ USA. Internationally acclaimed kayak roller and traditional skill kayaking/rolling instructor.
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Chih-Yao, Taiwan

Founder of Chih Yao Outdoor. Kayaking/Rock Climbing tour provider, outdoors environmental education in Taiwan.
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Maligiaq Johnsen Padilla, Greenland

The ten time Greenland National Kayaking Champion. Reviver of traditional Inuit kayaking culture in Greenland.