Kayak Grays Harbor

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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22/12/2023

Check out my new blog post: "Paddling From Westport"

It is time for my local waters! The Westport Marina Boat launch is exceptionally convenient and well-maintained. It is not used by many paddle sports but it is fantastic! It is located right next to the Westport Coast Guard Station, near the south entrance of the marina. The launch on the far left a...

15/12/2023

Check out my new blog post: "Lets Talk Grays Harbor"

Grays Harbor is an estuarine bay with many river systems feeding into it. It formed when the Chehalis River basin flooded after the last ice age. That makes Grays Harbor a ria, a flooded, non-glacial river valley.From the sea to the Chehalis River, the bay is 17 miles long and 12 miles wide. The Che...

09/12/2023

I've decided to try blogging! My first series will be about my favorite locations. In the future, I will write about everything related to paddling, like planning a paddle, navigation, and float plans.

Grays Harbor is full of phenomenal paddling locations and routes that fit any skill level. Let’s talk about my favorites around the bay. Between all of these locations and all the possible paddles from each of them, you could never take the same paddle twice! Subscribe to get the in-depth lowdown ...

18/09/2023

Had a great time on the Paddle Out! What a great group of people. Thank you to everyone that came out!

11/09/2023

Who? YOU!
What? Lets paddle out! Bring your paddle sport of choice!
When? Sunday September 17th at noon.
Where? The Westport Marina boat launch.

We will go for a paddle around the south bay riding the incoming tide exploring the flats and islands. Maybe even make a beach landing and do a little clean up! Bring your paddle sport of choice and lets go! If you need a boat Kayak GH is supplying 2 kayaks on a first come first serve basis! Email [email protected] or dm me to let me know you're coming or need a kayak!

03/09/2023

Had a beautiful paddle yesterday evening up the Wishkah River. Lots of current but still a blast. Life has been crazy busy lately so tours took a little bit of a back seat. Let's book a trip and get you on the water!

15/07/2023

I am off the ship and on the way home. Let's plan a tour today!

06/07/2023

‼️NEW TRIP ALERT‼️

I'm offering a new trip! If you want to test out the waters or need a shorter trip I will be doing one hour tours of the Westport Marina! It's a great way to easily fit a paddle into your tight schedule! I still have some work to do behind the scenes for online scheduling but please DM or email me to book a trip today!

10/06/2023

Well I'm off to my real job but managed to squeeze in one last fun trip! Great high tide paddle exploring the marshes and logging ruins. Trips will be available again mid July! Message me for more details!

26/05/2023

I'm off to my real job soon so tours will not be available from June 10 until mid Juy. If you've been thinking about going paddling, schedule a trip before June 10!

I work on a 900 foot ocean going ship for months at a time, but this time, I'll only be gone for a month. While I'm at sea I navigate, keep up on safety equipment inspections, help with ship maintenance, stand cargo watches, and somehow try to sleep. If you're curious about the professional maritime industry, I love chatting about it!

13/05/2023

Mother's Day special! Bring your Mom for a paddle! All trips booked for two on Mother's Day will get the solo paddlers price!

06/05/2023

Some pictures from our early paddles!