I promised Karen and her Husband John I would try and stay up to date with her journey through the Channel Islands, off the coast of California.  Karen and I never got a chance to catch up yesterday as planned, so I am doing my best to find info from various other sources, until we can communicate directly.  The coverage below is from a couple of different areas, including ABC News in Los Angeles, and her own personal Twitter Feed, @karenwrenn.  As soon as I hear from Karen or John, I will update this page with the latest news and info.

ABC News Coverage Here:

Karen Wrenn, 37, of Long Beach is attempting to paddle between all eight of the Channel Islands consecutively in what could be a record-breaking adventure. Wrenn is a champion stand-up paddler and a mother of two. (KABC Photo below)

Long Beach woman takes crack at paddle record

Monday, February 07, 2011

LONG BEACH, Calif. (KABC) — A Long Beach woman is set to take off Monday on what could be a record-breaking adventure.

Karen Wrenn, 37, is attempting to paddle between all eight of the Channel Islands consecutively.

She was scheduled to paddle out Monday morning to begin her six-day, 150-mile journey.

Wrenn is a champion stand-up paddler and a mother of two.

Karen Wrenn © Kaenon Polarized

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Day 1

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On way to Santa Barbara Island – 6 hours away. Plan to #Paddle 38 tomorrow in strongest winds trip

Earlier today paddling on my #Naish 17 Glide away from Santa Barbara Island

I got some company for last few miles today! Wyms from #Kaenon joined me

Day 2

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Back on the boat after finishing second leg – 18 miles. Feeling great. Weather cooperating so far

20 minutes until I jump into water – I’m using @Kialoa Methane paddle with Hawaiian print

Just parked boat at Cat Harbor