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News & Features


New Documentary

The Headwaters: Paddling through Climate Change

This video chronicles a several-week adventure on the “headwaters” of the Mississippi River. Learn what the river teaches about the environment, native peoples, history, geology, economics, and spirituality, and the urgency of a renewed stewardship of the “Father of Waters” and “Mother Earth.” 
View full video.

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The Great Outdoor Classroom​

New article by David Ellingson featured in 3rd Act Magazine. Read it here: 
www.3rdactmagazine.com/lifestyle/living-learning/mississippi-headwaters-outdoor-classroom/

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Ellingson featured on Travel with Rick Steves

 ListenEllingson was recently featured on travel guru Rick Steves' national radio program. Listen in for great storytelling of his kayak adventures. 

Ellingson tells us how he learned to savor the unexpected on a paddling adventure in Minnesota. Listen below:
Travel with Rick Steves ยท 672 Paddle Boldly; Hape Kerkeling's Camino; Sacred New Mexico
Ellingson shares about the challenges and delights of kayaking Norway's spectacular fjords. Listen below:
Ellingson shares about his adventures on the Mississippi and the Erie Canal/Hudson. Listen below:
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Norway Presentation to Paddle Trails Canoe Club

Paddle Trails Canoe Club Presentation

David Ellingson presented on his one month kayak adventure on the Sogne and Hardanger Fjords of Norway to the Paddle Trails Canoe Club.

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New book: Grizz and His Friends

Ellingson's new children's book, Grizz and His Friends, is available on Amazon.com. Listen to an excerpt here:

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Ellingson featured on 'Hope Matters'

Please enjoy this Hope Matters interview with the David Ellingson. 
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Hope Matters" is a new video interview program for YouTube, produced by Mt. Olive Lutheran Church, Santa Monica, California, and hosted by Mt. Olive's Senior Pastor, the Rev. Eric C. Shafer. Each week Pastor Shafer will talk with a guest about the importance of hope in their lives and, especially, in these times.

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​Announcing the Dave Ellingson Scholarship for Environmental Studies and Social Justice

Learn about the Dave Ellingson Scholarship for Environmental Studies and Social Justice.

Media Kit

The Paddle Pilgrim Media Kit (PDF) is available to help promote your upcoming Paddle Pilgrim speaking event along with the images below. 
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Contact

David Ellingson is available for speaking engagements (church, club, college, retreat, conference, camp, community group), media inquiries, book events/signings.  Groups discounts on books are also available by contacting David.
Autographed copies of books are available in the store on this website.

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