Casual Kayaking

Casual Kayaking is the exact opposite of what people visualize when they think of kayaking.

There’s no whitewater rapids, no rollovers, no helmet required, just a boat, a paddle, and a life preserver.

Casual Kayaking is done on a slow river or stream. Generally, the water is shallow, sometimes to the point that you may have to get out and pull your boat until you hit water that’s 3 to 4 inches deep and your boat can float again. Occasional stops at gravel bars for snacks, some shell hunting, or a picnic lunch are encouraged. Maybe you want to do some fishing while your boat meanders down the slow moving stream.

Casual Kayaking has become very popular with couples, families, and single floaters. It can be relaxing and rejuvenating.

Casual Kayaking doesn’t require an expensive boat, and paddle, or a lot of gear. It actually doesn’t even require a rack on top of your vehicle, although that is preferable to a scratched paint job on your roof. But, kayak racks are relatively inexpensive, you can find them on used sale sites for pennies on the dollar, and if you own a truck, no racks required.

More to come in our next post