Kayaking

kayaker in ascend kayak on river
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The Essential Kayak Gear List

May 25, 2023
Kayaks open an incredible range of opportunities to those who use them. When paired with the right equipment, kayaks can be many things: highly capable fishing platforms, remote camping expedition…
angler fishing from kayak at sunrise
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Kayak Buyers Guide

May 16, 2023
Kayaks are among the most versatile vessels on the water. The kayak’s combination of ruggedness, ease of use and the ability to take anywhere, make it a favorite for families across North America.…
Couple in two kayak on a lake
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Basic Guide to Kayaking for Beginners (video)

April 24, 2020
According to the Outdoor Industry Association participation report in 2018, 22.9 million Americans, or 7.6 percent of the U.S. population, took to rivers, streams, lakes, and oceans to participate in…
2 Kayakers floating down a scenic river in Missouri with dense foliage and trees on both sides with the sun peeking through
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Explore 3 of the Best Scenic Float Trips in the Ozarks (video)

September 6, 2019
For many years, the rivers and streams of southern Missouri and northern Arkansas have been favorite destinations for river floaters in search of what mother nature has to offer. I have been…
News & Tips: Begin Kayaking With These 7 Must-Have Kayak Gear Essentials...
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Begin Kayaking With These 7 Must-Have Kayak Gear Essentials

April 2, 2019
Key Paddling Gear You'll Need to Go Kayaking Of course you need a kayak and a paddle. Your first few outings should probably be in a rented kayak. Perhaps you'll even decide to take lessons - formal…
Fish Easier on a Kayak With These DIY Tips
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You Can Make Fishing Easier on a Kayak With These DIY Tips (video)

March 13, 2019
The Ascend 128T sit-on-top kayak is the flagship of the Ascend fleet, considering that it’s the longest and best equipped. I own an Ascend 128T and needed to customize my rig to fit my preferences…
News & Tips: Best Place for Bucket-List Fishing, Venice, Louisiana...
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Best Place for Bucket-List Fishing, Venice, Louisiana

December 19, 2018
Sitka and Seward, Alaska, are both competing for a place on the “Best Places for Fishermen” list. But so are Nootka Sound in British Columbia and God’s Lake in Manitoba. These distant destinations…
News & Tips: Kayakers, Are You Being Practical About Cold Weather Fishing?...
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Kayakers, Are You Being Practical About Cold Weather Fishing?

November 12, 2018
It might be tempting to think of kayaking or canoeing as a spring-summer-fall activity, but as long as the cold water you fish isn’t hard—that is covered with a sheet of ice—then cold weather fishing…
News & Tips: How to Plan the Perfect Overnight Float Trip...
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How to Plan the Perfect Overnight Float Trip

August 28, 2018
So you’re ready to cast off the bowlines, drift away from the campground, and spend your first night sleeping on the riverbank? Don’t worry, planning an overnight float trip is not as daunting as you…
News & Tips: Shopping for the Right Fishing Kayak? Answer These Five Questions...
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Shopping for the Right Fishing Kayak? Answer These Five Questions

August 9, 2018
Kayaks are great fishing craft, better than a boat in a lot of situations. For small ponds or waters with limited access, a kayak is a great way to get on the water and after fish. These little boats…
News & Tips: How to Build a Winter Kayaking Safety Kit (video)...
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How to Build a Winter Kayaking Safety Kit (video)

January 18, 2018
Kayaking in the winter can be very enjoyable but it does present risky situations that you must be prepared for. Consider the unpredictability of the cold weather and how it presents many challenging…
Canoe Camping
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Ten Key Items to Pack for an Overnight Paddling Camping Trip

August 25, 2017
Does paddling a canoe or kayak down a river or across a crystal clear lake to a remote campsite sound like a weekend made in heaven? Well, what’s stopping you? Camping out of your canoe or kayak…