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Choosing the Right Life Jacket, PFD for Kayaking

As with any water sport, safety is paramount, so don’t neglect it when you are kayaking. Any time you paddle out on the water, you should wear your personal flotation device (PFD) or life jacket. Learn the types and how to choose. Why wear a life jacket / PFD when kayaking? A personal flotation device is an essential safety item to have in your kayaking arsenal. A PFD provides buoyancy to a swimmer, paddler, boater,...

Choosing the Right Life Jacket, PFD for Kayaking

As with any water sport, safety is paramount, so don’t neglect it when you are kayaking. Any time you paddle out on the water, you should wear your personal flotation...

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How to Find the Best Kayak Fishing Spots in You...

Feeling that tug on the line and knowing you’ve hooked a good one can get your heart racing. But how do you find the spots to drop a line and pull up a doozy? You might know and love fishing from your kayak, but you still need to know where to put it. Here are a few thoughts on finding the best kayak fishing spots in your area. With a little bit of research and...

How to Find the Best Kayak Fishing Spots in You...

Feeling that tug on the line and knowing you’ve hooked a good one can get your heart racing. But how do you find the spots to drop a line and...

Skin Boat, Credit: National Anthropological Archives

History of Kayaks and Kayaking

Every wonder where the kayak came from? The kayak has roots that reach back into antiquity. These simple, sleek vessels have been plying the waters of the Arctic for at least 5,000 years and some say much longer. So how have they evolved (or not) over the centuries?  Ancient Origins of Kayaking The Inuit and Aleut tribes are credited with creating the first kayaks. As one of a number of “skin boats” developed by these...

History of Kayaks and Kayaking

Every wonder where the kayak came from? The kayak has roots that reach back into antiquity. These simple, sleek vessels have been plying the waters of the Arctic for at...

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Customizing Your Kayak

Kayaks are such versatile watercraft that there is almost nothing you can do on the water that you can’t do from a kayak. But as you discover what YOU love to do in your kayak, you might want to make your kayak work for you. Maybe you’ve been kayaking for a while and you are discovering a few adjustments to your kayak that would just make things easier. Have no fear, there are customizations that...

Customizing Your Kayak

Kayaks are such versatile watercraft that there is almost nothing you can do on the water that you can’t do from a kayak. But as you discover what YOU love...

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Why Kayaking Is Eco-Friendly

When you are looking to get out on the water, kayaking is such a great choice. Whether fishing, accessing unlikely spots, or getting in a good workout, there are so many reasons why kayaking has surged in popularity in recent years.  But we think one of the biggest and best reasons to use a kayak to get out into nature is that it is so environmentally friendly.  Why is Kayaking so Eco-friendly? No carbon emissions...

Why Kayaking Is Eco-Friendly

When you are looking to get out on the water, kayaking is such a great choice. Whether fishing, accessing unlikely spots, or getting in a good workout, there are so...

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Kayak Fishing For Trophy Fish & Where to Catch ...

Dreaming of rods, reels, and really big fish? If you are longing for the chance to match wits and strength with a monster fish, then check out some great locations for a trophy catch. Why fish from your kayak? It’s been said a time or two, but kayak fishing has exploded in popularity. There are so many reasons why anglers are turning to the kayak. And being up close and personal with that trophy catch...

Kayak Fishing For Trophy Fish & Where to Catch ...

Dreaming of rods, reels, and really big fish? If you are longing for the chance to match wits and strength with a monster fish, then check out some great locations...