Marybeth from Connecticut wrote asking advice on picking kayaks for her and her husband: "We are looking for something for the lakes, but have an opportunity to kayak on a quiet ocean inlet in Maine ...

Bending Branches Angler Plus is the best balance of weight, materials and construction at the best value. Werner’s Camano Bent Shaft cuts weight with full carbon construction and minimalist ferrule.

Rivers are roaring with spring runoff and rain, and soon the lakes, ponds and Long Island Sound will be warming up. It’s the perfect time to start paddling, and the first question for beginners is ...

Both canoes and kayaks are ideal for paddling area rivers, creeks and lakes, and the choices in manufacture’s styles, designs and features has never been greater. The hardest part about getting out on ...

Late summer may seem like a strange time of year to discuss picking the perfect kayak paddle, but some of the best paddling of the year is still ahead. There’s no better way to enjoy foliage than ...

From whitewater rapids, to lakes, rivers and saltwater, people are enjoying kayaks to relax, fish and exercise. If you are considering a kayak, it’s best to first think about where you intend to ride ...

Ahjumawi Lava Springs State Park, 6,000 acres of volcanic beauty in Shasta County, may be the most obscure of about 270 state parks in California. That’s because of its remote location in the Fall ...

*Full Day is pick-up and drop-off during open rental hours that day. All rates include paddle(s), life jackets (PFDs) and basic safety instruction. Single Kayaks and stand-up paddle (SUP) boards are ...

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