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Preparing for Kayak Season: Your Checklist - Brooklyn Kayak Company

Preparing for Kayak Season: Your Checklist

If the warming weather makes you anxious to launch your kayak, you are not alone. Getting back on the water after a winter’s break is welcome. So, to make a smooth transition to the kayak season, spend a little bit of time getting prepared. The time spent getting organized off the water means more time on the water. Before Your Go Kayaking Checklist: Pull out your kayak and check it for damage Give it a...

Preparing for Kayak Season: Your Checklist

If the warming weather makes you anxious to launch your kayak, you are not alone. Getting back on the water after a winter’s break is welcome. So, to make a...

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Kayaking Safely Over River Hazards

As winter lessens its hold and temperatures begin to rise, you might be getting excited about the inaugural kayak outing of the year. And as thrilling as it is to get back out on the water, you might need to slow your roll. Spring can be a particularly hazardous time on moving waterways.  Rising temperatures lead to winter snow melt that can flood seemingly benign creeks, streams, and rivers. Suddenly summer’s favorite fishing bank can...

Kayaking Safely Over River Hazards

As winter lessens its hold and temperatures begin to rise, you might be getting excited about the inaugural kayak outing of the year. And as thrilling as it is to...

woman enjoying kayaking - Brooklyn Kayak Company

Fun Things To Do While Kayaking

Now that you’ve mastered the art of the paddle, maybe you’re wondering what else your versatile little kayak can do. Well, you won’t be disappointed. There is so much that makes kayaking worth your while. It can keep all sorts of hobbyists entertained. From sedate to active to just plain fun, activities on your kayak are sure to do at least one thing: make memories. Fun Kayaking Activities: Challenging As you probably already know, there...

Fun Things To Do While Kayaking

Now that you’ve mastered the art of the paddle, maybe you’re wondering what else your versatile little kayak can do. Well, you won’t be disappointed. There is so much that...

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Paddleboarding vs Kayaking

If you’ve spent any time on the water in the last few years, you have probably seen a growing number of people standing and paddling. So, what is this phenomenon? Standup Paddleboarding, or SUP, is a water sport that has become quite popular throughout the country. What is the difference between Paddle Boarding and Kayaking? Origins: Paddleboarding: While standing up and paddling on a large platform has roots back to antiquity the origins of modern-day...

Paddleboarding vs Kayaking

If you’ve spent any time on the water in the last few years, you have probably seen a growing number of people standing and paddling. So, what is this phenomenon?...

winter kayak fishing - Brooklyn Kayak Company

Cold Water Kayak Fishing: What’s Biting?

As cold weather holds much of the United States in its grip, you might be inclined to think that fishing is frozen as well. But, don’t despair! As long as you are hardy and willing, kayak fishing can be had all year round in much of the USA - as long as there is open water. However, kayak fishing in winter does take a bit of extra planning, especially around issues of safety and winter...

Cold Water Kayak Fishing: What’s Biting?

As cold weather holds much of the United States in its grip, you might be inclined to think that fishing is frozen as well. But, don’t despair! As long as...

senior man kayaking - Brooklyn Kayak Company

Kayaking is Perfect for Seniors

It is never too late to fall in love with kayaking! If you are of a certain age and want to find an exercise that gets your blood pumping, tones your muscles, strengthens your core, and gets you out in nature, look no further than kayaking. With a little bit of thoughtfulness and preparation, seniors can enjoy kayaking for years to come. So, why is kayaking perfect for seniors? Read on to find out. Advantages...

Kayaking is Perfect for Seniors

It is never too late to fall in love with kayaking! If you are of a certain age and want to find an exercise that gets your blood pumping, tones...