It was in 1987 when the landmark Our Common Future was released. In it, the concept of sustainable development was put forth, and defined as follows: "Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.” This means using renewable fuel sources, reducing carbon emissions,…

If you’re someone who likes spending time outside and in the sun then it’s likely you enjoy being at the beach on your days off. However, you may be wondering what else there is to do while you’re there and ways for how you can spend your time besides just relaxing. Be glad to know…

Watersports can seem about as far removed from technology as any other activity. Sure, we’re technically using equipment that has been fine-tuned over decades, and which is actually fairly scientific in design; but as far as the tech world goes, nothing could seem further away. Watersports are about getting out into nature and challenging yourself,…

Bird is the word!   Puffins are birds.   This would be “Surfin’ Bird.”   Lyrics also include: “Papa ooma mow mow, papa ooma mow mowPapa ooma mow mow, papa ooma mow mowOoma mow mow, papa ooma mow mowPapa ooma mow mow, papa ooma mow mow” Works for me. Read more: The Trashmen – Surfin’…

When the online poker boom hit in 2003, poker fast became one the most popular pastimes – and for a few, full time income generator – in the world. Amateurs and professionals alike rushed online, hoping to make it big in the live tournament scene and be the next Chris Moneymaker. Moneymaker was the first…

For years, poker was touted as a lesser sport in comparison to others that are more physically demanding, but truthfully, the rigors of one sport cannot be compared with another. Each sport has its own strategies that challenge players both physically and mentally, so by saying that one sport is more superior over the other…

In the 1990's the Peconic Puffin was a newsletter for a dozen odd people who windsurfed Eastern Long Island.   When I launched the blog in 2006 it was intended for the same people.  I wasn't shocked when my father in law started reading it.  But when the U.S. plus worldwide thing happened, it was…

The footage from Andre Paskowski’s “Below the Surface” trailer is wonderful (check out the hospital air at ) and Robbie Naish’s interview moments…I’d quote them all immediately, except that the film should have its run first.   Can’t wait! Check it out on Windsport’s site.

"Every summer is the worst summer ever, followed by the best fall!" -Florian, in the LI Yahoo group