Paddling Education

Want an Amazing Sea Kayaking Destination?

Want to be inspired by a plethora of amazing sea kayaking destinations? Here’s a round-up of some of our best content to get you excited about kayaking around the world.

Staying Connected When You Can't Paddle

Injuries don't have to end your paddling season. Learn how to stay connected to the kayaking community, support new paddlers, and find purpose off the water while preparing to return to the river.

A Mississippi River Kayak Trip and the Short Film It Inspired

Aqua Bound Ambassador Devin Brown launched her touring kayak into the headwaters of the Mississippi River one rainy morning in 2024. While her trip didn’t end as she hoped, she didn’t imagine it would inspire a short film one day.

All You Need to Know to Paddle on Lakes
7-minute read + 18-minute video Lakes are wonderful places to paddle. Because they don’t have current, they’re also great waterways for beginners to learn paddling skills.  (Photo: Avery Rosenthal-Murray) As Aqua Bound Ambassador, Ken Whiting, points out in the video...
5 Tips for Ladies Who Want to Get Into Kayaking

We love this advice from Abigail, an experienced paddler who loves getting women into kayaking any chance she gets.

10 Ways to Dramatically Improve Your Kayaking

Whether it’s to take on more challenging water or simply to have more confidence whenever you kayak, these ten tips by Aqua Bound Ambassador Ken Whiting will help you dramatically improve your kayaking.

Top 21 Questions People Ask About Sea Kayaking

Sea kayaking is a wonderful paddlesport that can take you to some amazing places in so many regions of the world. Here, we address some of the top questions people ask about sea kayaking.

Sea Kayaking in Turkey Merges History & Natural Beauty

Turkey offers sea kayakers a unique blend of the clear, turquoise waters of the Mediterranean, beautiful and dramatic coastline, and history that stretches back millennia.

Exploring Sörmland, Sweden by Kayak and Canoe

Michael O’Dwyer is on a mission to explore his corner of Sweden by canoe and kayak—and to inspire others to do the same. He’s compiling his experiences into a guidebook to showcase the rich paddling opportunities the region has to offer.

How to Paddle a Tandem Kayak
A tandem kayak—a kayak built for two—can be a great way to get out on the water both for a recreational paddle and for a longer touring excursion.
How Alder Creek Kayak & Canoe Passionately Serves Paddlers

Alder Creek Kayak & Canoe isn’t just a paddle shop. It’s a paddling center with a focus on education and a passion for the water for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages near their Portland, Oregon headquarters.

What Paddlers Are Saying about Our Ultralight Tetra

We’re super excited about our Tetra Ultralight kayak touring paddle—and others in the kayaking world are, too. Let’s look at how the Tetra can benefit your kayaking life with some video reviews…

What You Need to Know to Kayak in Rough Water

Kayaking in rough water isn’t for everyone. It’s challenging, can be intimidating and can be dangerous. If you want to paddle rough water, here are a few things you’ll need to know…

Which Kayak Paddle Gives You the Best Bang for Your Buck?

What do you look for when choosing a kayak paddle? What’s the difference between a $150 paddle and a $500 paddle? We’ll answer these questions and more here…

Do You Need a Wetsuit or Drysuit for Paddling?

When you paddle on cold water or in cold weather, a wetsuit or drysuit a key safety gear in case you capsize. But which is best for you? Let’s look at the differences…

Round-Up of Our Best Paddling Safety Topics

Kayaking, pack rafting and paddle boarding are generally very safe water sports. But they do carry risks. Here at Aqua Bound, we prioritize paddling safety for everyone at all skill levels.

Kayaking + Birding by Sound = Joy!

A wonderful way to connect with nature is to “bird by sound.” To learn to identify bird species around you by their song or call. Add kayaking to the mix and you have a perfect combo of joy and relaxation!

Introducing Aqua Bound’s New Ultralight Tetra Kayak Paddle

We’re thrilled to introduce our new-for-2025 Ultralight Tetra kayak paddle. This premium touring paddle has already won awards in the industry and garnered excitement among kayakers everywhere.

Kayak & SUP Paddling Safety: Risk Factors

Paddling is a wonderful way to enjoy nature, get some exercise, socialize, challenge yourself and have some adventure. Know and follow basic paddling safety and you’ll enjoy it for years to come.

Surviving on Rapids & Ramen: A Month-Long Kayaking Journey in New Zealand

Aqua Bound Ambassador Trey Harrell recently spent a month paddling world-class whitewater in New Zealand. Trey’s trip was full of challenges, excitement, and unforgettable experiences. He’s sharing highs, lows, and everything in between.

Eian Fritid Kayak Shop in Norway

Eian Fritid is Norway’s oldest kayak shop, established in 1989 by Hege Eian’s father, Stein. It remains a family business, now run by Hege and her mother, Inger Line.