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Kayaking Ruka- Kuusamo, Finland

Hosted by paddling expert and coach Ken Whiting, Facing Waves is an exciting and inspiring TV series that explores the people, places, and adventures of the world's top paddling destinations.

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Kayaking Ruka- Kuusamo, Finland

Facing Waves Episode 3 | 23m 10s | CC

Ken Whiting seeks out saunas, foraged berries, and a riverside hut on a multi-day paddle in Oluanka National Park in Ruka-Kuusamo, Finland

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