While coaching at one the west coasts finest paddlesports centers, Paul Kuthe has enhanced kayaking and canoeing for thousands of different paddlers. He has impacted them all in different ways, from first strokes to fine tuning of complex skills, but always with a great blend of excitement, patience and contemplation that only a gifted coach can posses. Paul’s dedication to his local paddling community is second only to his personal dedication to his own paddling skills. This is evident in Paul’s ability to transfer his art to a myriad of craft; whether he is Sea Kayak surfing the Oregon coast, dropping waterfalls on a Washington creek, open canoeing the famed Rogue River or even rowing a raft on the Grand Canyon, his mastery is always apparent. Whether you meet Paul as a coach, friend or paddling partner you will glean inspiration from his quiet intensity and friendly smile. -Nick Jacob

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