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We live in a wonderful world that is full of beauty, charm and adventure. There is no end to the adventures that we can have if only we seek them with our eyes open.

-Jawaharlal Nehru

The passing of a sea kayaking legend

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Derek Hutchinson — June 30, 1933 – October 10, 2012

Derek Hutchinson known by many to be the Father of Modern Sea Kayaking has passed away today at the age of 79. I had a rare opportunity to attend one of his last classes here in the Pacific Northwest last year. It was inspiring to meet a man who had lived his life as a Sea Kayaker and at the age of 78 still able to get on the water and inspire others to be better paddlers. It was an honor and a pleasure to have met you sir, may you enjoy fair winds and following seas.