Looking to cool off by hitting the pool, river, lake or the beach this summer? In case you’re looking to cool off as things heat up in July and August, here are a dozen floatation items, from the ...

Buying a kayak can be tricky, these basic principles will help you make an informed decision, from the type of boat to the different hull designs. One fine summer day we slipped our kayaks into the ...

o What: 22nd annual Spring Paddle Fest, hosted by Alder Creek Kayak & Canoe. Visitors can try or buy a variety of boats and paddle boards, attend demonstrations, training and clinics, and watch a ...

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.

We live most of our lives on dry land. But there are benefits to leaving solid earth behind and paddling some of the lakes and rivers flowing through Lake County. Some perks of paddle sports are ...

This is a fish story with scarcely any fish in it. It does, however, have kayaks in abundance. That's to celebrate the fact that use of the kayak as an angling platform has -- in the past decade -- ...

Only once in nearly 30 years of paddling have I found myself facing a familiar adage in real life. I couldn't help but chuckle when I realized my mistake while unloading my kayak at the put-in: I'd ...

Twice last summer, my sweetheart, Marilyn, and I found ourselves out paddling our sea kayaks in conditions that were less than optimum. High winds and tall, steep, closely spaced waves made paddling ...

A good kayak paddle is essential for getting out in the water, and without one, well, you’ll be up the creek. We’ve paddled with plenty of them, and through years of casual and strict comparison alike ...