November 18, 2021
If you Google “gift ideas for kayakers” you’ll likely pull up multiple lists of stuff. Many of the lists overlap with the typical suggestions like dry bags, paddle leashes, and …
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October 9, 2021
Everyone loves a good loop to paddle. It almost always beats an “out-and-back” style trip because you don’t have to double-back and see the same scenery twice. It also allows …
September 21, 2021
One of the most unique attributes in the Richmond Region is the Virginia Capital Trail. The 52-mile trail extends from downtown Richmond running southeast along scenic Route 5 to Williamsburg. …
September 17, 2021
Since 2016 Lori Erwin has shared her passion for standup paddleboarding, also known as SUP, with both residents and visitors of Williamsburg, Virginia. Lori is the owner and operator of …
August 30, 2021
Saturday, August 21 was a big day for Aaron and Taryn Rowland, owners of Rogue Oysters, a small oyster farm located on the Northern Neck near Lancaster, VA. It may …
August 16, 2021
Picture this. It’s August. The marine weather forecast is predicting 5 knot winds. Skies are expected to be sunny and temperatures are hovering around 80 degrees. You have no plans, …
Continue reading “Solo Kayaking: The Ultimate Safety Checklist”
August 5, 2021
Litter is more than just an eyesore, it has serious environmental and public concerns that impact entire communities. When people litter or illegally dump waste near storm drains, local water …
July 26, 2021
Marguerite Henry’s Misty of Chincoteague, a children’s novel published in 1947, sure did make the ponies of Assateague Island famous, but it still remains a bit of a mystery as …
Continue reading “Paddling to see the famous Chincoteague Ponies: When, Where, and How”
June 30, 2021
About Guest Blogger & Ecotour Guide Brenda: I am an artist living in Reedville and I specialize in painting the beautiful landscapes found here by the Chesapeake Bay. I’m always looking …
Continue reading “Paddling Horn Harbor Creek in Burgess, Virginia”
May 12, 2021
If you’re new to paddling and you don’t have your own kayak or paddleboard, there are still several ways to explore Virginia’s water trails. You can explore on your own …
Continue reading “Rentals, Tours, and Outfitters: How to get out on the water if you don’t own gear”
