Autumn is the perfect time of year for a paddle outing. Not only are water ways less busy, leaves are also changing colors. Like a slow sunset taking place over…

As the summer starts to wind down and the kids prepare to dive back into school, we know what you’re thinking… You’re plotting a sneaky afternoon getaway, with just you,…

You're teetering on the precipice of packing your dry bag with all the essentials and spending the night on an island or beautiful shoreline on some favorite lake or river.…

You might be asking yourself, “what’s a river map”, and “why should I get one?”  Maps of local waterways are usually available at local paddle shops, online, or at visitor…

So you’ve caught a wild hair and you want to spend the night under the stars on a big paddle mission. You’ve done some backpacking, bike packing, camping, or other…

Paddling solo is great - but wrangle in the whole family and that’s when you things really start to get silly. One of the best parts about paddling is that folks of all ages and skill levels can come along. Follow these tips to keep your little ones engaged and entertained while on the water.

Seeing wildlife while paddling is more common than you might think. If you know where to look at what time of day, you’re sure to spot an eager beaver or…

Perhaps the most common wildlife you’ll chance to encounter while paddling are our winged friends. From saltwater to brackish and fresh, birds inhabit all your favorite waterways. Here’s a quick…

Hailing from Oregon, guest contributor KM Collins is a geologist gone writer. Discovering she was a freshwater mermaid late in life, she started paddling 10 years ago and has been…