Darwins theory of evolution comes to a halt .... in Jail

25th July 2008

Health and safety, risk assessment and insurance companies are now breathing sighs of relief this summer following the conviction of the Darwins. As they contemplate 6 years inside to negotiate film and book rights, adventure travel experts Exodus, hope this finally signals the end of what has been dubbed by many as "paddlegate."

Kayaking, canoeing and white water rafting have all been inadvertently linked to this murky affair. These are magnificent activities that allow people to take in some of the most breathtaking scenery anywhere in the world be it along the turquoise coast off Turkey or the stunning Soca River in Slovenia. They also allow escapism, legitimate escapism, for paddling on many of these rivers opens up areas of wilderness only accessed by water.

Darwin talked of 'natural selection' and 'survival of the fittest' - well Mr and Mrs Darwin may not be eligible after a long stretch, but any reasonably fit person would fit well into this canoeing criteria.

Oh yes, whether it is the Turquoise Coast or Zambezi, all Exodus adventures come with 'return' tickets.