Kate Hives on how to surf a sea kayak on ocean waves. Sea kayak surfing – the fringy sister of an already fringe subculture of paddlesports – has taken on its own following in recent years. Although ...

For years, backpackers have challenged themselves on North America's Triple Crown of long-distance trails. Meanwhile, sea kayakers-whose adventures often demand greater skill-have watched from the ...

Kayaking has been described as anywhere from serene to extreme. Whether calming or adventurous in nature, your experience becomes even bigger when paddling in ocean water. Cathy Piffath, a certified ...

Left. Right. Left. Right. Paddle hard and then brace for impact. Paddle harder! One more salty smack in the face and then suddenly things are calm. The surf has been conquered and a wide expanse of ...

Now is the time to plan for your biggest year on the water, ever. Check out our top tips for achieving paddling nirvana in 2025. Looking ahead to 2025? Whether you’re new to sea kayaking or a seasoned ...

Paddlesports — which include kayaking, canoeing, rafting and stand-up paddling — are popular recreational options here in Northern Michigan, particularly in the summer when visitors flock to the ...

Beach season is drawing to a close, but there’s still time to grab a kayak and get out on the water. In fact, kayaking enthusiasts say that part of the appeal of the lightweight boats is that they are ...

For a few months back in 1987, Ed Gillet was a global media sensation. With little money or supplies, no support crew and an off-the-shelf sea kayak, the 36-year-old San Diego adventurer paddled alone ...