The River Chaz

Explore the Possibilities:
Kayaking, Hiking, Biking & Trips.

About the Author:
Charles Bauer retired as a teacher as well as a soccer and golf coach in June 2020. He graduated from Wagner College with a B.S. in Education in 1976. He began his teaching career in 1976 at Staten Island Academy where he taught fifth and sixth grade history and coached soccer and softball for seven years. He obtained his MBA from Adelphi University and worked in banking for over twenty years, during which time he served as a disaster recovery professional/VP at Deutsche Bank during 9/11. He returned to teaching in 2008 in the Commack School District, where he taught U.S. History, Economics & Government, IB History of the Americas and IB Global Politics. He also coached soccer and golf. During his tenure in the Commack School District he obtained his second Masters degree in Educational Administration and Leadership from The College of Saint Rose.

Always looking for new ways to recreate and bring history to life for his students, Charles created a connection through Skype with students from an all girls school in Afghanistan and students in Japan, so that his students could view history through a unique lens. Additionally, his classes were also frequent visitors to the 9/11 Museum and the Long Island Slavery Museum.

Since retiring in June of 2020, Charles has become very involved in kayaking, hiking and biking and created his own website www.theriverchaz.com, as well as Instagram account @theriverchaz, which provides reviews of various outdoor activities throughout the United States, as well as globally. Charles has also participated in the Great Cycle Challenge and road his bike 142 miles during the month-long fundraising challenge. He raised over $7500 to help fight kid's cancer.

Charles has also become an author of Children's Books with his first published work entitled, Adventures of a Toddler: Jack Do It! recently released (check out the gallery for pictures of the Book Cover & Back). Also here is the link to purchasing options for the book: http://www.pagepublishing.com/books/?book=adventures-of-a-toddler

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Adventures of a Toddler by Charles Bauer

Press Release by Page Publishing: Charles Bauer's new book "Adventures of a Toddler: Jack Do It!" is a joyful children's story about growing up, learning to trust, and the power of play. This recent release from Page Publishing is a charming tale about learning to let go. Precocious toddler Jack feels ready to conquer the playground but his parents are initially nervous. With their support, Jack shows his mom and dad that he can do it.

Charles Bauer, a retired teacher and sports coach, has completed his new book "Adventures of a Toddler: Jack Do It! - The Playground" which is a delightful and heartfelt children's story that teaches readers of all ages an important lesson.

"Any of us that are parents, grandparents, or educators have experienced the fear that something terribly bad could happen on a playground." says author Charles Bauer. This book is about a 3 year old boy trying to find his "wings." Along with an entertaining story for the little ones, author Charles Bauer presents a lesson on letting go that he hopes caregivers can embrace.

Readers who wish to experience this upbeat work can purchase "Adventures of a Toddler: Jack Do It!" online at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Apple iTunes and Google Play, as well as at The Maple Staple Bookstore.

Here is the link to purchasing options for the book: http://www.pagepublishing.com/books/?book=adventures-of-a-toddler


Click on the link below to read some reviews. More reviews can be seen on Amazon by searching for the book title "Adventures of a Toddler: Jack Do It"


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Buy "Adventures of a Toddler: Jack Do It!" by Charles Bauer Online Now! (see links below) "Adventures of a Toddler: Jack Do It!" can be purchased at: Amazon, Barnes and Noble, iTunes, Google Play and The Maple Staple Bookstore Copy & Paste: http://www.pagepublishing.com/books/?book=adventures-of-a-toddler 

Amazon

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Barnes and Noble

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iTunes

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The Maple Staple Bookstore

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Aqua Bound Stingray Hybrid Paddle Review

Website: www.aquabound.com It is very important to kayak or paddle board with a quality paddle. "Quality paddles come with more reliable components and are substantially lighter weight. Lighter paddles are less fatiguing, meaning you can enjoy your time on the water longer and feel less sore at the end of the day." Aqua Bound offers the lightest paddles on the market at every price point and a two-year warranty against manufacturing defects. I own the Stingray Hybrid two piece posi-lok kayak paddle (providing the ability to adjust the paddle for a variety of angles) and couldn't be happier with the light weight (30.5 oz.) with a carbon shaft and fiberglass blades. I have found that I can paddle more efficiently and for much longer periods of time with this paddle. I highly recommend this paddle for optimum performance.

Paddle TV, Paddle Tales and Facing Waves

For great instructional and informational videos of kayaking skills, gear and fantastic paddling destinations (kayaking & paddle boarding) check out Paddle TV, Paddle Tales (Amazon Prime also) and Facing Waves on Youtube. Facing Waves is also on the AWE (A Wealth of Entertainment) cable channel. These videos/shows are hosted by Ken Whiting, a former competitive whitewater kayaker. Ken's videos/shows are not only informative but entertaining as well.

Masonboro Paddle Company (Wilmington, NC)

Contact Info: 910-208-0571 (Steve Clark) Email: info@masonboropaddlecompany.com Website: Masonboropaddlecompany.com Address: Wilmington, NC Click here for more information.

Blydenburgh County Park - Stump Pond Loop Trail (Smithtown, NY)

Website: suffolkcountyny.gov Address: Veteran's Memorial Highway, Smithtown, NY 11788 Phone: 1 (631) 854-3712

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Belmont Lake State Park Hiking/Biking Trail (West Babylon, NY)

Website: parks.ny.gov Address: 625 Belmont Ave., West Babylon, NY 11704 Phone: 1 (631) 669-1000

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Cold Spring Harbor State Park Hiking Trail (Cold Spring Harbor, NY)

Website: parks.ny.gov Address: 95 Harbor Rd. Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724 Phone: 1 (631) 423-1770

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Rocky Woods Reservation Hiking Trails (Medfield, MA)

Website: thetrustees.org Address: 38 Hartford Street, Medfield, MA 01052 Phone: 1 (781) 259-3676

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Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve Hiking/BikingTrails (Lloyd Harbor, NY)

Website: parks.ny.gov Address: 25 Lloyd Harbor Rd., Lloyd Harbor, NY 11743 Phone: 1 (631) 423-1770

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Sunken Meadow State Park Trail (Kings Park, NY)

Website: parks.ny.gov Address: 25A and Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park, NY 11754 Phone: 1 (631) 269-4333

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West Hills County Park (Melville, NY)

Website: suffolkcountyny.gov Address: Sweet Hollow Rd., Melville, NY 11747 Phone: 1 (631) 854-4423

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Caleb Smith State Park Preserve (Smithtown, NY)

Website: parks.ny.gov Address: 581 West Jericho Tpke Smithtown, NY 11787 Phone: (631) 265-1054

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Bethpage Bikeway Trail & Hiking Trails (Farmingdale, NY)

Website: dot.ny.gov/bethpagebikeway Address: Bethpage State Park - 99 Quaker Meeting House Rd. Farmingdale, NY 11735 Phone: (516) 249-0700

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Meadowlark Park Hiking/Biking Trails (Fort Salonga, NY)

Website: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/meadowlark-trail Address: Located in Fort Salonga, NY off of Middleville Rd and Back Gate Drive

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Connetquot River State Park Preserve (Bohemia, NY)

Website: https://parks.ny.gov/parks Address: Located in Bohemia, Long Island, New York Phone: (631) 581-1005

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Sunken Meadow State Park Boardwalk (Kings Park, NY)

Website: https://www.parks.ny.gov/parks Address: New York State Reference Rte 908K (Sunken Meadow Parkway North to end), Kings Park, NY 11754 Phone: (631) 269-4333

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Heckscher State Park Hiking/Biking Trails (East Islip, NY)

Website: https://www.parks.ny.gov/parks Address: 1 Heckscher State Parkway East Islip, NY 11730 Phone: (631) 581-2100

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Makamah Nature Preserve Hiking/BikingTrails (Fort Salonga, NY)

Website: https://www.suffolkcountyny.gov Address: Fort Salonga Road, Fort Salonga, NY 11768 Phone: (631) 854-4949

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Noanet Woodlands Hiking Trails (Dover, MA)

Website: thetrustees.org Address: Powisset Street Dover, MA 02030 Phone: 1 (508) 785-0339

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Massapequa Park Lake Preserve Hiking/Biking Trails (Massapequa, NY)

Website: nassaucountyny.gov Address: Merrick Road & Ocean Avenue, Massapequa, NY 11758 Phone:

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Trail View State Park Hiking/Biking Trails (Woodbury, NY)

Website: http://www.parks.ny.gov Address: 8101 Jericho Tpke Woodbury, NY 11797 Phone: 1 (631) 423-1770

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Stillwell Woods Preserve Hiking/Biking Trails (Syosett, NY)

Website: http://www.nassaucountyny.gov Address: 72 South Woods Road Syosset, NY 11797 Phone: 1 (516) 797-4128

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Appalachian Mountain Club (For Hiking, Biking, Camping, Kayaking & Canoeing)

Appalachian Mountain Club New York - New Jersey Chapter http://www.amc-ny.org

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Stanford University Study on the Benefits of Nature

Researchers at Stanford University discuss the benefits of Nature: Click on LEARN MORE to access the link to the study.

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Cupsogue Beach County Park (Westhampton Beach, NY)

Website: suffolkcountyny.gov or scparks@suffolkcountyny.gov Address: 975 Dune Road Westhampton Beach, NY 11978 Phone: (631)-852-8111 (seasonal)

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Huntington Greenway Trail (Northport, NY)

The Huntington Greenway Trail - Huntington Greenway Trails Citizen's Advisory Committee Website: huntingtonny.gov Address: Veteran's Park on Bellerose Avenue in Northport, NY 11768 Drive all the way to the back parking lot and enter through the fence. Phone: (631) 351-3000

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Uplands Farm Sanctuary by The Nature Conservancy

Website: nature.org Address: 250 Lawrence Hill Rd. Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724 Phone: (631)-367-3225

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Belmont Lake State Park Hiking/Biking Trail (West Babylon, NY)

Website: parks.ny.gov Address: 625 Belmont Ave., West Babylon, NY 11704 Phone: 1 (631) 669-1000

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Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve Hiking/BikingTrails (Lloyd Harbor, NY)

Website: parks.ny.gov Address: 25 Lloyd Harbor Rd., Lloyd Harbor, NY 11743 Phone: 1 (631) 423-1770

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Peloton

Website: onepeloton.com

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Cedar Creek Park Bike Trail to Tobay Beach (Seaford, NY)

Address: 3340 Merrick Rd., Seaford, NY 11783 Website: nassaucountyny.gov Phone: 1 (516) 571-7470

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Heckscher State Park Hiking/Biking Trails

Website: https://www.parks.ny.gov/parks Address: 1 Heckscher State Parkway East Islip, NY 11730 Phone: (631) 581-2100

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Bethpage State Park Bikeway Trail & Hiking Trails

Website: dot.ny.gov/bethpagebikeway Address: Bethpage State Park - 99 Quaker Meeting House Rd. Farmingdale, NY 11735 Phone: (516) 249-0700

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Appalachian Mountain Club (For Hiking, Biking, Camping, Kayaking & Canoeing)

Appalachian Mountain Club New York-New Jersey Chapter http://www.amc-ny.org

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FLORIDA: Suncoast Trail

Websites: pascocountyfl.net floridahikes.com floridadep.gov Address: 16175 SR54 Odessa, FL 33556

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eBikes - Rethymno, Crete (Greece)

eBikes Rethymno Address: 1 Panepistimiou, 74100 Rethymno, Crete Website: ebikesrethymno.com email: info@ebikesrethymno.com Office Phone: +30 28313 01983 Michalis (Owner): +30 6944 620 397 Lena: (Reservations & Mktg mgr): +30 6936 203 407

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Coastal Carolina Sea Kayaking Trip: https://www.rei.com/adventures/trips/weekend/carolina-sea-kayaking.html

I signed up for a trip through REI that looks amazing (April 22nd -25th). The information that follows is courtesy of REI Adventures: "Coastal Carolina's Barrier Islands provide some of the most spectacular wilderness ecosystems in the country, teeming with diverse wildlife and untouched shorelines. Paddle these coastlines while playful Atlantic bottlenose dolphins dip in and out of view. As the warm afternoon sunshine rises, take a moment to observe the tremendous amount of natural wildlife that surrounds us."


  • Date: 4/22/2021 08:00 AM - 4/25/2021 12:00 PM
  • Location: Mt Pleasant, SC, USA (Map)
  • More Info: Coastal Expeditions/REI

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Hi! My name is Charles Bauer. I am a retired HS Social Studies Teacher and Golf & Soccer Coach. Since retiring in June of 2020 (the year of COVID-19), I have been busy exploring many different outdoor activities, kayaking, hiking and biking, as well as golf. I am a member of the Long Island Paddlers and the Appalachian Mountain Club. I have also completed the ACA Safety Certification class for canoe and kayaks.

Charles is also an Aqua Bound Pro Staff Ambassador. See attached links.
https://aquabound.com/blogs/resources/explore-kayaking-possibilities-with-the-river-chaz
https://aquabound.com/pages/team-member

I will attempt to provide you with my honest perspective of my experiences under the "Reviews" tabs.

This website is dedicated to exploring kayaking, hiking and biking opportunities wherever they may be found.

Follow me on Instagram @theriverchaz

Have fun! Stay Safe! Explore the possibilities!

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