Paddling This Week - July 16, 2026- 🔥 BWCA Closes Amid Wildfires + 🌊Joe's River Running Kit + 🐍 World Snake Day
From the closure of the Boundary Waters to must-have whitewater gear and a World Snake Day special, this week's roundup has plenty to keep paddlers talking.
July 14, 2026 - 🏆 Grand Canyon River Guide Shatters Records + 🎬 2026's Best Adventure Film + 🐋 World Orca Day
To celebrate World Orca Day, we're sharing our favorite stories, videos and destinations featuring unforgettable encounters with orcas, including close calls, breathtaking photos and top paddling spots in whale country.
Paddling This Week - July 9, 2026- Tubing Tragedy Reveals Danger Of Low-Head Dams + 🤝 Two Iconic Rafting Brands Joined Forces + 🏆 Inside the Best Kayaking Film of 2026
From inspiring family adventures and epic paddling films to industry news and important river safety lessons, this week's stories will keep you informed, inspired and ready for your next adventure.
June 30, 2026 - 🛶 This Month in Paddling: Stories, Skills And Films You Don’t Want to Miss
June has been packed with unforgettable paddling stories, inspiring films, expert safety advice and standout gear reviews. From a once-in-a-lifetime orca encounter and a 1,000-mile canoe expedition to
National Canoe Day is celebrated each year on June 26, and to mark the occasion, we've gathered some of our favorite canoeing skills, gear reviews, trip ideas and inspiring adventures.
From heart-pounding whitewater to wilderness wisdom, this week’s stories showcase the adventures, gear and lessons that keep paddlers exploring farther and paddling smarter.
June 18, 2026 - Back Deck Roll (Video) + Kayakers Save Family After Car Plunges Into River + How Adventure Is Being Planned Out Of Existence
Master a smoother roll, read the inside story of a dramatic river rescue, and follow an epic 4,000-kilometre wilderness journey in this week's top stories.
June 16, 2026 - High-Speed Drainage Ditch Boatercross (Video)+ Melker Kayak Review + What's Changed In 70 Years Of Canoeing?+ Humbled On The Great Lakes
From adrenaline-fueled ditch races and innovative canoe design to hard-earned lessons on the Great Lakes, this week’s paddling picks offer inspiration, insight and plenty of reasons to get back on the water.
This World Oceans Day, we’re diving into unforgettable stories, essential open-water safety skills and epic crossings. Whether you dream of a continent-spanning voyage or simply paddling your local coastline safely, these stories and skills will deepen your connection to the water.
June 4, 2026 - Epic 1,000-Mile Canoe Expedition + Myth Of the Bombproof Roll + Kayak Manufacturing Costs Spike + How To Fix a Cracked Kayak (Video)
Follow an epic 1,000-mile expedition to the Arctic, discover why the “bombproof roll” may not be sea kayaking’s ultimate lifesaving skill, get the latest on rising kayak manufacturing costs tied to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, and learn how to repair a cracked kayak yourself.
June 2, 2026 - Canoeists Rescued In Nighttime Helicopter Mission (Video) + Why Survival Stories Make Us Better + Tips For Kayaking In Fog
From dramatic rescue missions to expert advice on navigating dense fog, this week’s stories cover the challenges, lessons and unforgettable adventures that keep paddlers coming back to the water.
From epic summer expeditions and canoe tests to expert camping fixes and SUP tips from an Olympian, this week’s stories are packed with inspiration and practical advice for your next paddling adventure.
May 21, 2026 - 🛶 Inside America's Craziest Collection Of Kayaks + How To Do The J-Stroke + What We Get Wrong About Gear
A paddling legend opens the doors to his jaw-dropping 150-kayak collection, our experts break down the secret to mastering the J-stroke, and nine pros weigh in on the most common mistakes they see on the river when it comes to gear and equipment.
May 19, 2026 - Watch First-Ever Packraft Descent Of Spirit Falls + Z-Drag Explained + Paddle With Manatees
From first descents and manatee encounters to rescue skills that could save a pinned boat, this week’s newsletter is packed with adventure, inspiration and practical paddling knowledge. Plus, don’t miss our free webinar with Maddy Marquardt on finally turning your dream girls’ paddling trip into reality.
May 14, 2026 - Hollywood's Kayaking Stunt Double + Best Trip Lunch + 16 Epic Places To Paddle
From Hollywood whitewater stunts to practical canoe skills and trail-tested camp lunches, this week’s stories are packed with inspiration for your next paddling adventure. Dive into the making of Apex, sharpen your low brace technique and discover why trail salads are becoming a backcountry favorite.
May 12, 2026 - Western State Starts Radical New Paddling Program (Video) + The Boldest Camp Coffee Method ☕ + What's In Our Day Hatch
Learn to make cowboy coffee, explore Editor Maddy’s sea kayak day trip kit, get tips on choosing the right PFD, and read our Dagger Indra whitewater kayak review.
May 7, 2026 - 🛶 Paddler’s Guide To Predicting The Weather 🌦️+ Goon Stroke + 10 Luxurious Destinations For Honeymooning Kayaker ❤️
From technique debates to dream destinations and on-the-water know-how, this week’s lineup covers everything from mastering the goon stroke to spotting incoming weather.
May 5, 2026 - Beat Spring Bugs 🦟 + Surf Smarter 🌊 + 🛶 The Family Canoeing Story Everyone Is Watching And The Story Behind It
Plus, go behind the scenes of the inspiring family canoe film everyone’s talking about and Jon Turk share his insights on building the mental and physical resilience needed for challenging water.
