The BKC Blog
For a Kayak, Do I Need a Launch Permit?
Ready to launch into this new water adventure but want to keep things on the up and up? Then you might be wondering about the rules and regulations surrounding kayaking. As a conscientious citizen and users of waterways, it is important to be aware of the expectations surrounding the use of rivers, lakes, ponds, and coastlines in your area. State Guidelines for Kayaking Before you set out on your kayaking adventure make sure to check...
For a Kayak, Do I Need a Launch Permit?
Ready to launch into this new water adventure but want to keep things on the up and up? Then you might be wondering about the rules and regulations surrounding kayaking....
How Long Do Kayaks Last?
Whether you’ve had your kayak for a couple seasons or you are just getting launched, you might be wondering how long you can expect to have your yak. Whenever you make a sizeable purchase, you want to know that you are getting your money's worth. So, how long can you expect your kayak to last? Bottom line: 6-12 years is a pretty typical range for the life span of a kayak. That’s a huge range,...
How Long Do Kayaks Last?
Whether you’ve had your kayak for a couple seasons or you are just getting launched, you might be wondering how long you can expect to have your yak. Whenever you...
Does Size Matter for Stand Up Paddle Boards?
Stand Up Paddle Boards are a simple, fun, plug-and-play water activity that gets you up and moving. There is a small learning curve, few “moving parts”, and plenty of benefits. This makes it a popular activity for all sorts of people. To a certain extent a paddle board is jump-on-and-go, but there are a few considerations to keep in mind in getting the right size stand up paddle board. You want to get the correct...
Does Size Matter for Stand Up Paddle Boards?
Stand Up Paddle Boards are a simple, fun, plug-and-play water activity that gets you up and moving. There is a small learning curve, few “moving parts”, and plenty of benefits....
What Are the Benefits of Kayaking?
If you are just dipping your toes into the kayaking world, you might not be aware of the numerous benefits of this popular activity. As you can probably imagine, there a myriad of physical benefits of kayaking: exercise for your muscles, cardiovascular health, and core. But there are unexpected benefits in mood, focus, and relaxation as well. Kayaking has something for everyone. Like a challenge? Want a leisurely float on a placid lake? Need mobility...
What Are the Benefits of Kayaking?
If you are just dipping your toes into the kayaking world, you might not be aware of the numerous benefits of this popular activity. As you can probably imagine, there...
Sun Protection When Kayak Fishing
At the risk of sounding like a nag, it’s that time of year to review a vital, common-sense rule for getting out on the water. Namely: SUN PROTECTION. This can’t be overstated. Spending hours out on the waves kayak fishing may be healing for our souls; but without proper care, it can be detrimental to our skin. But don’t let a little bit of prevention keep you from a pound of cure. There are so...
Sun Protection When Kayak Fishing
At the risk of sounding like a nag, it’s that time of year to review a vital, common-sense rule for getting out on the water. Namely: SUN PROTECTION. This can’t...
Kayak Fishing Without Electronics
Faster, easier. . . better? Our modern world likes to move at the speed of electronic bits and bytes. But what about the joy of slowing down, taking time, using our own bodies and brains? Many kayakers and anglers love fishing because it gets them away from the screens, the urgency, the distraction and lets them enjoy the kayak fishing world of tranquility. However, electronics seem determined to sneak into even this. Fish finders, sonar,...
Kayak Fishing Without Electronics
Faster, easier. . . better? Our modern world likes to move at the speed of electronic bits and bytes. But what about the joy of slowing down, taking time, using...