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Shaina Maytum

Shaina Maytum is a freelance writer, educator, and at-home adventurer who lives in Carbondale with her husband and cat.

Long COVID, Motherhood & Rafting

January 8, 2026January 9, 20269 minute readby Shaina Maytum

Navigating Pregnancy: A River Runner’s Perspective

November 20, 2023November 30, 20237 minute readby Shaina Maytum

Paddling in Colorado’s Front Range

March 19, 2022March 10, 20229 minute readby Shaina Maytum

I Was a Grand Canyon Internet Date

February 3, 2022February 1, 20227 minute readby Shaina Maytum

Row Like a Girl: And Other Advice for Women on the River

April 27, 2021January 3, 20229 minute readby Shaina Maytum

Class III Fun and the Perks of Late-Season Boating

October 3, 2020October 8, 20207 minute readby Shaina Maytum

Dad’s Old Yellow Oars

June 19, 2020March 9, 20229 minute readby Shaina Maytum
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