| :: Jeff Fabiszewski :: |
Jeff Fabiszewski has a passion for kayaking that began when he moved to Clearwater, FL. Gone were the backpacking and mountainous
hiking trails that he grew up with as a Boy Scout in Pittsburgh, Pa. Many of the nature trails that led to unique destinations in Florida were
under water. The discovery of the kayak during his Wood Badge Training and his memory of canoeing with his Dad began Jeff on a
meandering trail up the creeks, streams, rivers, and out to tranquil islands within Florida.
Upon entering a BA program at Eckerd College Jeff's curiosity of the history of kayaking flourished. He majored in history with a focus
towards indigenous studies; moreover, Jeff minored in anthropology and American studies while a student at Eckerd College to satisfy
his craving of knowledge. After graduation, Jeff Fabiszewski acquired the Stillwater nickname when friends learned that he plans to
pursue a PhD in Florida History.
Jeff's quest of knowledge and its practical application is evident in everything that he does. He has an innate ability to inspire a relaxing
enthusiasm for kayaking that stays with his students. He is the lead instructor and guide at Osprey Bay Outdoors in Clearwater. Jeff's
passion makes him a well-known guide, educator, and lead instructor in the Clearwater, Florida area.
Jeffrey brings forth confidence in his students to improve their skills and discover their own relaxed fluid movement on the water. As an
ACA certified Basic Coastal Kayak Instructor of Strokes and Rescues, a member of the BCU and of Qajaq USA, and holder of the
Traditional Qajaq Skills Endorsement, it becomes clear to why he is able to enhance the paddling skills of his students.
Frequently you may find him on those liquid meandering trails using 4,000-year-old paddle technology. A product of his primal love for
traditional Greenland Qajaq paddling. Tuktu Paddles designs Jeff's hand carved wood paddles. One of his paddles looks like a
two-by-four stick of wood, where as the other paddle is of an Alaskan Tlingit style. It is a single blade paddle with a raven painted on it.
Presently Jeff is a Prostaff Member representing Necky Kayaks for Johnson Outdoors Paddlesports. Jeff also trains the Florida Ocean
Kayak Fishing Pro Staff. He works with the team monthly on improving their paddling techniques. Jeff's knowledge and his natural
enthusiasm earned him the teaching opportunity at the Sol y Luna Kayak Fishing School. Sol y Luna is the first and only "On-the-Water"
kayak fishing school of it's kind in the country. He also freelances as a writer, proudly sponsored by Tuktu Paddles, and donates to the
Wounded Warrior Project, and Extremity Games. These things have gained him the opportunity of being a guest guide, instructor, and
writer for several shops, kayak schools, and publications in Florida. Consequently, Jeff Fabiszewski is quickly becoming a
well-respected Florida kayaking marvel.
hiking trails that he grew up with as a Boy Scout in Pittsburgh, Pa. Many of the nature trails that led to unique destinations in Florida were
under water. The discovery of the kayak during his Wood Badge Training and his memory of canoeing with his Dad began Jeff on a
meandering trail up the creeks, streams, rivers, and out to tranquil islands within Florida.
Upon entering a BA program at Eckerd College Jeff's curiosity of the history of kayaking flourished. He majored in history with a focus
towards indigenous studies; moreover, Jeff minored in anthropology and American studies while a student at Eckerd College to satisfy
his craving of knowledge. After graduation, Jeff Fabiszewski acquired the Stillwater nickname when friends learned that he plans to
pursue a PhD in Florida History.
Jeff's quest of knowledge and its practical application is evident in everything that he does. He has an innate ability to inspire a relaxing
enthusiasm for kayaking that stays with his students. He is the lead instructor and guide at Osprey Bay Outdoors in Clearwater. Jeff's
passion makes him a well-known guide, educator, and lead instructor in the Clearwater, Florida area.
Jeffrey brings forth confidence in his students to improve their skills and discover their own relaxed fluid movement on the water. As an
ACA certified Basic Coastal Kayak Instructor of Strokes and Rescues, a member of the BCU and of Qajaq USA, and holder of the
Traditional Qajaq Skills Endorsement, it becomes clear to why he is able to enhance the paddling skills of his students.
Frequently you may find him on those liquid meandering trails using 4,000-year-old paddle technology. A product of his primal love for
traditional Greenland Qajaq paddling. Tuktu Paddles designs Jeff's hand carved wood paddles. One of his paddles looks like a
two-by-four stick of wood, where as the other paddle is of an Alaskan Tlingit style. It is a single blade paddle with a raven painted on it.
Presently Jeff is a Prostaff Member representing Necky Kayaks for Johnson Outdoors Paddlesports. Jeff also trains the Florida Ocean
Kayak Fishing Pro Staff. He works with the team monthly on improving their paddling techniques. Jeff's knowledge and his natural
enthusiasm earned him the teaching opportunity at the Sol y Luna Kayak Fishing School. Sol y Luna is the first and only "On-the-Water"
kayak fishing school of it's kind in the country. He also freelances as a writer, proudly sponsored by Tuktu Paddles, and donates to the
Wounded Warrior Project, and Extremity Games. These things have gained him the opportunity of being a guest guide, instructor, and
writer for several shops, kayak schools, and publications in Florida. Consequently, Jeff Fabiszewski is quickly becoming a
well-respected Florida kayaking marvel.
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