Without canoe and kayak launch sites much of the waters that are paddled would otherwise be inaccessible. While many of…

Paddling is indeed great exercise. There are few activities that offer this degree of aerobic exercise mixed with the upper…

Few activities give the outdoor enthusiast such a varied array of experiences as paddling. Whether you are seeking the heart-stopping…

While there are many stylistic and functionally different options in kayak helmets today, the “half-cut” variety have become the most…

While there are many helmet options for the paddler, “full-cut” whitewater kayak helmets offer the most protection for your head.…

Planning an overnight canoe or kayak trip can often be as much fun as the trip itself. A properly planned trip involves…

There are times when in a kayak when you will need to maneuver the boat sideways. Most people assume that…

There are times while kayaking when the paddler will need to paddle backwards. Of course the kayaker could turn the…

The kayak manuever known as the forward stroke is a relatively easy technique to master. That being said, it is also one…

Throw rope and rope bags are essential pieces of safety gear for whitewater kayakers, canoeists, and rafters. Once a throw…