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4 Kayak-Friendly Fishing Lures

Fishing from a kayak has become an increasingly popular pastime for anglers - newbie or professional alike. With its stealthy approach, access to skinny water, and simplicity (especially compared to a bass boat), a kayak offers much to the fishing community. But it does have a few challenges. Fishing from a kayak requires tweaks to casting and retrieving because you are so close to the water, compared to boat or shore fishing. A simple kayak...

4 Kayak-Friendly Fishing Lures

Fishing from a kayak has become an increasingly popular pastime for anglers - newbie or professional alike. With its stealthy approach, access to skinny water, and simplicity (especially compared to...

using a drone for kayak fishing - Brooklyn Kayak Company

Using Drones for Kayak Fishing

Drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), are remote-controlled aircraft that have exploded in popularity over the last decade. What was once a niche market has become quite mainstream. Drones are used in a wide variety of settings including search & rescue, surveillance, traffic monitoring, weather monitoring, firefighting, photography, videography, personal use, and so much more.  You might be wondering about using drones for kayak fishing. Well, yes, there are even drones specifically for kayak fishing. ...

Using Drones for Kayak Fishing

Drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), are remote-controlled aircraft that have exploded in popularity over the last decade. What was once a niche market has become quite mainstream. Drones are...

friends kayaking - Brooklyn Kayak Company

Fun Themed Kayaking Scavenger Hunts

If you love the family-friendly aspect of kayaking but need a little additional incentive to get the kids off the couch, consider this fun twist on recreational kayaking: a scavenger hunt. Create a themed hunt that will send paddlers on a grand adventure searching for items, clues, and hidden objects along a designated route.  A kayaking scavenger hunt is a fabulous activity for families, teams, scouting trips, parties, and more. You can make it as...

Fun Themed Kayaking Scavenger Hunts

If you love the family-friendly aspect of kayaking but need a little additional incentive to get the kids off the couch, consider this fun twist on recreational kayaking: a scavenger...

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What are Kayak Outriggers & Why Use Them?

Kayaking has continued to grow in popularity as a family-friendly, cost-effective, simple way to get active. But some people still balk at the very word “capsize”. If the idea of flipping your ‘yak has kept you away from the kayak game, then you should consider outriggers.  What are Kayak Outriggers Outriggers are devices that attach to your kayak to increase its stability. Basically, two pontoons (or floats) are attached to a pole that extends out...

What are Kayak Outriggers & Why Use Them?

Kayaking has continued to grow in popularity as a family-friendly, cost-effective, simple way to get active. But some people still balk at the very word “capsize”. If the idea of...

packing your kayak - Brooklyn Kayak Company

Packing for a Long-Distance Kayaking Trip

Packing for a Long-Distance Kayaking Expedition?  Here's What You'll Need Ever want to just get away from it all? Pick up a paddle and just keep going? Well, if you are jones-ing for a long-distance kayaking expedition, you aren’t alone. But preparation is always key when undertaking ambitious adventures. Here are a few things to think about before you get underway. Compact & Comfortable are keywords for packing for long-distance kayaking trips. Compact is Key...

Packing for a Long-Distance Kayaking Trip

Packing for a Long-Distance Kayaking Expedition?  Here's What You'll Need Ever want to just get away from it all? Pick up a paddle and just keep going? Well, if you...

spring kayak fishing - Brooklyn Kayak Company

Top Spring Kayak Fishing Spots

As the weather warms, the lifecycle stretches awake as well. And fish ready to feed and breed. When properly prepared, you can enjoy amazing fishing in the spring. But be sure to take care. Spring can be a particularly dangerous time on the water as weather, water flow, and even the paddler’s skill can be a bit unpredictable as they shake off the winter stasis.  Top Spots for Kayak Fishing Local Waters Shallow water: In...

Top Spring Kayak Fishing Spots

As the weather warms, the lifecycle stretches awake as well. And fish ready to feed and breed. When properly prepared, you can enjoy amazing fishing in the spring. But be...