Haley Castle 
If you’re like a lot of beginners looking to get your feet wet in the sport of paddle boarding, you’re probably wanting to get into it as cheaply as possible. That way if you don’t like it or if turns into just a passing fad, you won’t have shelled out a bunch of money for … Read more
Kayaks are a great way to get out on the water and sneak into your favorite fishing spot or other shallow water honey hole that isn’t accessible via boat. But what fun is it to go yak fishing and not have anyone to witness the monster fish you just landed without being accused of telling … Read more
Why limit your kayaking, paddle boarding and canoeing to the short summer months when you could get out on the water all year long? There’s no need to gear up to be better prepared for colder weather in order to stretch out your summer season by a couple of months. Instead, you can follow the … Read more
Nothing beats getting out on the water on a beautiful day for a little kayaking. Fresh air, exercise, and the opportunity to experience the beauty and challenges of nature up close is what it’s all about. Owning the right kayak – one that meets your specific needs – is obviously crucial to getting the most … Read more
I’m pleased to announce a first for my Board and Kayak Life readers: I have accepted my first Guest Post to my blog! Janey contacted me not too long ago about the possibility of contributing a Guest Post on my site. She and her partner, Callum, run River and Soul Adventures in Nepal. They have … Read more
It was finally time. I was in desperate need of a brand new stand up paddle board and the search was on. I had been busting my butt all year long and decided I needed to treat myself to a new toy. What’s all that hard work for if you never get to enjoy the … Read more
Where has this year gone? Is it possible that it’s time to break out the holiday gift guides again already? Why, yes, yes it is. If you have a fisherman or watersports enthusiast in your life and you’re unsure of what to get them this holiday season, look no further! Not only are all of … Read more
Inflatable paddle boards have soared in popularity over the past couple of years. They are quickly surpassing their traditional hard board counterparts due to a combination of favorable qualifications: portability, durability, and affordability. For that reason, it’s become difficult to keep up with all the new boards that have been flooding the market recently. When … Read more
As inflatable paddle boards soar in popularity, more and more manufacturers are getting in on the action with ever more choices. Having lots of options is good, but sometimes they can leave you a bit overwhelmed, especially on a high dollar item like a paddle board. Why are ISUPs quickly becoming a go-to choice in … Read more
Despite having lived in Montana part-time for 3 years now and traveled to almost all 50 states, surprisingly Oregon was one of the last few states I hadn’t yet been to. (If inquiring minds want to know, the other untraveled-to states are Vermont, North Dakota, Hawaii, Delaware, and Nevada). I made it a goal at … Read more
I’ll admit it, I’m neither big nor tall. I hit my peak of 5 feet 3 inches when I was in 7th grade. So it never occurred to me that finding a kayak for big or tall people would be much of a challenge. Come to find out, it is! Fortunately for you, I’m here … Read more
You scoured the internet, read tons of reviews, and really did your homework looking for the perfect kayak to suit your lifestyle. Despite that, you forgot to research one crucial piece of equipment that is essential to the comfort and enjoyment of your kayak — the kayak seat. Imagine you take your new kayak out … Read more
It’s that time of year where the winter weather is wearing thin and people are daydreaming of warmer climates. Spring break is right around the corner and Florida is one of the nation’s top spring break destinations. While you’re planning your sunny getaway, be sure to allot a few days for thrill-seeking in some of … Read more
It’s that time of year again! Time to make your list and check it twice and figure out who was nice enough to receive a gift from you this holiday season. Gift-giving is hard but we’re here to make it easy on you this year. If you have a friend or family member who’s a … Read more
When you think of Montana, the first things that come to mind are probably its national parks. Yellowstone was the first national park ever created and for good reason, too. Glacier National Park is its slightly lesser-known but still equally beautiful little sister, which spans two countries as it spills over into Canada. Montana is … Read more
If you’re like me, then the thought of your typical beach vacation sounds a little…humdrum. Laying on a sandy beach, dripping sweat, binge eating and sipping cocktails is nice for a day. But what about the other 6 days? Call me crazy, but all that beach bumming gets boring. Give me some adventure! Challenge me! … Read more
How to choose the right stand up paddle board to buy is no easy decision. There are so many factors to consider it can become a little bit overwhelming knowing where to begin. We’ve broken it down into the 5 questions everyone should ask when looking to buy a stand up paddle board. Paddle around … Read more
Are you the type who’s always wanted to get out on the water for some fun and a little bit of exercise but have always been put off by the thought of transporting a big, heavy kayak all over the place? Are you looking for a short or lightweight kayak to fit your lifestyle? Time … Read more