The simple answer is, yes, it is…. Dangerously addictive! However, the real answer is, no, kayak fishing is not dangerous. At least it doesn’t have to be. Being on the water will have certain risks, of course, but with a little...
Kayaking is one of the fastest growing sports in North America, Time magazine recently reported. The sport has grown to nearly 8 million regularly active participants in the U.S. alone according to the National Sporting Goods Association (www.nsga.org). This growth marks in increase from 3.5...
The kayak may well be the world’s most versatile craft. When partnered with a skilled paddler it thrives in Mother Nature’s harshest conditions. Yet few know the kayaks fascinating history and evolution from Inuit hunting boat to one of today’s...
We suggest You Do an Annual Inspection! Before you put your kayak away for the off-season and prior to a long trip, a thorough inspection and proper kayak maintenance & storage is recommended. Using a flashlight, put your head inside your...
It can be said that modern materials of construction are the key to the growth of kayaking as a popular sport. In other words, if kayaks were still being made from wooden frames covered in animal hides, the sport would...
This article is to help you understand the kayak parts & terminology that are most commonly found/used in kayaks. It is important to have working knowledge of the ‘what’s what’ on your boat – especially when it comes time to...
If you’re a trendsetter in the Land O’ Lakes, than chances are you’ve already got a kayak. According to Larry Showler, who co-owns Frontenac Outfitters with his wife Christine, there are a number of reasons for the explosion in kayaking popularity....
Whether sea kayaking for a few hours or a few days preparation is essential. It can make all the difference between an enjoyable outing or a perilous exercise in survival. In areas with rapidly changing weather conditions, high winds, or...
For years, much media coverage of kayaking has characterized it as a young person’s adrenaline sport. Lately, the focus has changed to encompass a wider audience by spreading the word on sea kayaking, touring and angling kayaks and recreational paddling....
