Kayak Grays Harbor

17/11/2024

We may be past the beautiful sunny weather but the rivers and bays are still well worth a paddle during the hoa hoa hoa season!

13/11/2024

A rail bridge and crane barge from a bygone era on one of our local rivers. Do you know which one? Comment your answer!

12/11/2024

There are whales in the harbor! Let's take a paddle and go see these majestic creatures. These Gray Whales are spending time in Grays Harbor feeding while migrating. They may not be here much longer, so schedule your trip today!

11/11/2024

Life has been crazy, and I ended up taking a bit of a break from the business this summer, but I am back! Even though it is winter, we still have some amazing opportunities for paddling we just need to bundle up a little more! Reach out, and let's plan a trip.

14/02/2024

Reach out, and let's plan a trip! For today, plan for only two and get 25% off!

09/02/2024

Check out my new blog post: "Distress Communications"

What do you do when the worst happens? You end up injured, cold, wet, and on a remote beach out of cellphone range. You can shout all you want, but no one is within earshot. Luckily, you did some planning before your trip and have some tools and supplies to get you dry at home. Let’s go over what ...

02/02/2024

Check out my new blog post: "Risk Mitigation"

What happens when things go wrong? The weather ends up being worse than forecast; you get injured, feel exhausted, or, worst of all, fall in the water… Now what? Where is the tide going to pull you? How do you signal for help? Where is the nearest land? You must plan for and consider these things ...

01/02/2024

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26/01/2024

Check out my new blog post: "Float Plans"

A float plan is a vital tool for safety afloat. If something went wrong on your paddle, how long would it take for someone to notice, try to contact you, and then contact the authorities? A float plan would change that timeline from up to a few days to just a few hours. At its core, a float plan is....

25/01/2024

Where was this picture taken? (Hint: It's in our largest state and near a place named after a big flatfish!) Where have you paddled outside of Washington? Let me know in the comments!

22/01/2024

Have you explored the port's 4 marine terminals? Grays Harbor isn't the busiest port in the world, but it does handle cargo ranging from grain to cars! Let's go on a paddle and see the port from a new angle!

19/01/2024

Check out my new blog post: "Planning For Tides and Currents"

Tides and currents can make or break your trip. There is nothing worse than paddling your arms off to beat the tide just to lose all your speed and ground when you stop to take a drink! Just as they can work against you if you misjudge the tide, you can use them to your advantage! All you need is a....

12/01/2024

Check out my new blog post: "Exploring Blue Slough"

Now, we head farther into the Chehalis River Basin to paddle at Blue Slough. This far into the river basin is excellent for casual paddling or a lazy afternoon exploring the endless meanders and small tributaries. The views and wildlife experienced by paddling Blue Slough and the connected rivers ar...

05/01/2024

Check out my new blog post: "Hoquiam and Aberdeen Routes"

The South Aberdeen Launch goes straight into the Chehalis River just above the Chehalis Bridge. The launch could be in better shape, but more than sufficient to launch a kayak. The ramp is behind some of the old Chehalis Bridge structures. It is fascinating to think about how the bridge placement mu...

29/12/2023

Check out my new blog post: "Johns River Paddling"

Next up is the Johns River boat launch. Johns River is a small river about halfway between Westport and Aberdeen. The state maintains it and requires a Discovery pass to use. It is generally lightly used except during salmon season when fishermen will use it to launch their boats. The ramp is most a...

25/12/2023

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