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Massachusetts Kayaking Destinations: Kayak Cape Cod

Cape Cod is an amazingly diverse body of water that offers some really unique kayaking opportunities not far from Boston. There are islands, harbors, coves, ponds and rivers, which offer more than 60 different kayaking routes. Some are excellent options for kayakers of all skill,

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Minnesota & Wisconsin Fall Leaf-Peeping Kayak Trips

While many kayakers think of summer as the ideal paddling season with its long days and warmer weather, fall can be just as good. Especially if your goal is to glimpse the beautiful fall foliage. Leaf-peeping from your kayak or canoe is the perfect way

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Where to Kayak? Sea Caves of Madeline Island, Wisconsin

With their famous sea caves, the Apostle Islands offer some of the best kayaking in the world and among them is Madeline Island. Apostle Islands National Lakeshore is a 22-island archipelago with more than 500 square miles of Lake Superior and the shoreline. Some of

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How to Safely Kayak with Your Dog

If you love being out on the water kayaking or canoeing and have a dog, it’s time to bring your two loves together. Paddling with your pup can be a fun bonding experience, especially for dogs who enjoy the water. Even if your dog doesn’t

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What Should I Wear Kayaking in the Summer?

No matter when you are kayaking, whether it’s in the warm summer months or cooler fall and winter, you should always dress for submersion. There’s always a chance that you may end up in the water so you should dress for it. That means two

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Best Kayaking Destinations: Lake Erie

Have you ever dreamed of kayaking one of the Great Lakes? Take in the wonder of the breathtaking and serene beauty of Lake Erie on a kayak. Filled with beautiful bays, alcoves, and an abundance of wildlife, this Great Lake is a must kayak. Here

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Where to Kayak in Colorado Besides the Colorado River

The famed Colorado River makes almost everybody’s ten best places to kayak list. There’s 1,450 miles of beautiful scenery stretching and winding through seven states. Each with their own stunning and unique offerings. It is in fact the river that carved out the eighth wonder

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How to Care for a Canoe

A canoe is a wonderful way to enjoy the water. You can paddle for hours, relax on a calm lake, fish, and even splash around with kids. With proper care and storage, you’ll be making memories and enjoying your canoe for many, many years. Canoes

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Best Kayaking Destinations: Lake Tahoe

Tucked into the snowy Sierra Nevada mountain range between California and Nevada, Lake Tahoe welcomes travelers of all kinds but is especially appealing to athletes and adventurers with its easygoing, pine-scented atmosphere. Lake Tahoe is a large freshwater lake, the second deepest lake in the

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How to Social Distance on the Water While Kayaking

A few weeks ago, social distancing was a new term for most of us. Now we are all well-rehearsed in the importance of it and are doing our best to still live our lives while keeping our distance from others. But keeping to ourselves doesn’t

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Dos and Don’ts of Safe Spring Kayaking

Spring is in the air, the ice is starting to melt and for many paddlers that means it’s time to get back in the water. But before you pull your kayak or canoe out of storage and head out for the first time this year,

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Essential Equipment & Accessories for Beginner Kayakers

When beginning a new sport or hobby figuring out exactly what equipment and accessories are needed can be difficult. There are tons of different kayaking accessories out there, some are very universal where others are specific to a certain type of kayaking. But as a

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Why Proper Kayak Storage Matters

Owning your own kayak can be a wonderful but costly investment. It’s important to protect your investment with proper storage. If you don’t, you could be leaving your kayak susceptible to damage and deformity. Protect Your Kayak from Damage and Deformity When a kayak is

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4 Exercises to Get You Ready for Kayaking

You may have stored your kayak for winter, but that doesn’t mean you don’t want to be ready first thing in the spring. Stay in shape during the off season with these exercises and make your first days back on the water more enjoyable. Open

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Cold Water Safety Tips: How to Survive an Icy Dip

Just because it’s winter, doesn’t mean you have to put your kayak away. Winter kayaking can be a bit more dangerous, but with the proper gear and preparation, extremely enjoyable. Every time you head out on the water, there is a chance you could end

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Why Kayaking is Great Exercise

Kayak enthusiasts know that this water sport provides a great workout for the entire body and mind. Not only does kayaking provide a great workout, but it gets you outdoors and spending time outside under the sun. Many passionate fitness lovers are incorporating kayaking into

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Kayaking in Cold Weather

Why would anyone want to kayak in colder weather?! For the hardy folks, fall or winter kayaking can lead to incredible views, less crowded areas, and an experience like no other. If you’re not afraid to paddle in minus a few degrees, you might find

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Best Kayaking Apps

The last thing a novice Kayaker wants to think about while peacefully paddling along the water is their phone. Yet, there are benefits to bringing a smartphone to make the journey stress-free. You can silence your notifications and bring your phone along for these benefits!

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The Dos and Don’ts of Kayak Storage

It is the start of pumpkin spice season, and before you know it, the holidays are sneaking up along with company dropping over. It might be hard to squeeze in time to go kayaking. What is a kayaker to do with their gear for the

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