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Zones: Water

Hit the water, and see plenty of wildlife and scenic views, on these paddling trips in Alaska, Florida, and Minnesota.
Author:
Steffan Fay, Steve Howe, and Laura Fay
Updated:
Feb 14, 2017
Original:
May 26, 2010



Boundary Waters, MN

Ten Thousand Islands Loop, FL

Muir Inlet, AK



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By
Steffan Fay, Steve Howe, and Laura Fay

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