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Among the spellbinding mysteries of the nautical world, foremost in Hebridean tradition are the tales of the seal-folk - seals who could assume human form, but could not return to the sea without their sealskin belts. Against the background of such beliefs, the fact of strange people in kayaks being occasionally seen around the islands off the north and west of Scotland was probably not thought worth special mention, until travellers from the mainland heard of these sightings in the 17th and 18th centuries.
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Aventuras Panama
Aventuras Panama has now 10 years in business and it is the rafting pioneer of Panama, Central America. We run many beautiful rivers such as the Chiriqui Viejo(by the Costa Rica-Panama border), Chagres, Grande and others. We are currently scouting the Archipelago of San Blas, land of the Kunas natives to set up a sea kayaking circuit.
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British Canoe Union
The BCU has an individual membership of over 25,000, 469 affiliated clubs and 145 approved centres.
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British Orienteering federation
BOF is the officially recognised national governing body for the sport of orienteering in the United Kingdom. It was formed in June 1967, and became a company limited by guarantee in 1982. Uniquely, BOF is a national governing body where every elected official, at all levels, and most members of staff, are active participants. Orienteering is a sport run by orienteers for orienteers.
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Casa Rural El Paraje
B style countryhotel with 6 rooms, in Berchules, Alpujarras, natural park Sierra Nevada at 1400m , Andalusia. Ideal for walking / hiking / mountainbiking.
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Everest 1953
Loads of useful information relating to the British on Mount Everest. You will find a detailed record of the history and expeditions, from 1921 up to the present day. There are some amazing facts about Mount Everest and its climbers, some of which are hard to believe but true. Also a complete summiteers list of all the British climbers who have made it to the top of the world. There is a great gallery with some stunning photographs of Mount Everest to enjoy
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The Heart of England Way Association
Association that promotes and preserves The Heart of England Way (100 miles) from Bourton in the Water to Milford (Cotswolds to Cannock Chase) Details of walk and The Arden Way (26 miles)
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The Legacy Royal Victoria Hotel
The Legacy Royal Victoria Hotel is uniquely placed on the edge of the Snowdonia National Park within 30 acres of our very own gardens and woodlands. Being cradled between two lakes Llyn Padarn and Llyn Peris as well as the Welsh mountains our location is quite simply breathtaking.

Just 15 minutes from the A55 North Wales Expressway, we are ideally located for both business travellers and leisure travellers wishing to explore North & Mid Wales, mountains & coast.
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The Scottish Canoe Union
Established in 1939, the Scottish Canoe Association is the recognised governing body of canoe sport and recreation in Scotland.
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The Welsh 3000s Challenge
In order to complete the Welsh 3000s Challenge you are required to have been at the top of all 15 of the mountains over 3000 ft in Wales within the space of 24 hours, without using any form of transport.
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Tudor House
A local holiday cottage which makes an ideal base for a climbing, hillwalking, mountain biking or paddling break, whether it's with a group of friends or with the family.
Tudor House is set in Snowdonia above Nant Peris in the slate mining village of Deiniolen. It is a terraced quarryman?s cottage that was built around 1860.
The cottage has been refurbished and equipped with gas central heating but retains most of its original structure and features.
Tudor House is ideal for families or groups who wish to enjoy the Outdoors in a peaceful setting within easy reach of some of the UKs most impressive scenery.
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Walking Routes
100's of links to UK web pages which detail 1000's of on-line walking routes, hiking trails, route directions, route maps etc. Some may be associated with a particular theme, e.g. dog walks, pub walks, river walks, city walks, railway walks, canal walks, IVV walks, circular walks etc.
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Welsh Canoeing Association
The Welsh Canoeing Association manages canoeing in Wales, with 1800 individual members and 2000 members.
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