Silent Wake, LLC

***** Please be advised - the Grafton Dam damage has significant impact on water levels upriver. The Dam sustained damage on May 2, '26 and has been draining the Milwaukee river slowly. At present time, the Village of Grafton has tabled any notion to make any repairs to the Dam until Aug '26. Please call us prior to booking ANY down river paddles for current river data on your section you wish to paddle. *****

Want to get out on the water this week? We have three amazing public opportunities lined up over the next 8 days! We can also create a class or a trip for you and a friend.

Whether you are looking for a quick morning trial or an immersive weekend afternoon to build total boat confidence, your kayak is ready and waiting.
Every Silent Wake event features very small group sizes to guarantee personal attention, dedicated individual kayak fittings, and full premium equipment included in your fee. No gear, no experience, and no guesswork required!

Kayak Sampler Weekly – Milwaukee River (TOMORROW!)
Monday, June 1, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Fredonia, WI
Looking for just a little time on the water? This 2-hour social paddle is perfect for trying out kayaking for the very first time at half the cost and time of our full tours ($30).
Reserve Your Spot: https://silentwake.com/event/kayak-sampler-milwaukee-river-fredonia-2/2026-06-01/]

Pike Lake – Kayak Kickstart
Saturday, June 6, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Pike Lake State Park (Hartford, WI)
Go from feeling unstable to paddling with total confidence! This immersive 4-hour session is specifically built for brand-new kayak owners or anyone looking to learn safe, efficient, and effortless stroke mechanics ($65).
Reserve Your Spot: https://silentwake.com/event/pike-lake-kayak-training/2026-06-06/

Mauthe Lake – Kayak Kickstart (NEXT SUNDAY!)
Sunday, June 7, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Mauthe Lake State Park (Campbellsport, WI)
New to the sport or just bought a boat? Join us for a comprehensive 4-hour session in partnership with the State Park to master the simple tricks to steering straight, staying steady, and handling gear safely ($65).
Reserve Your Spot:: https://silentwake.com/event/kayak-kickstart-mauthe-lake-2/2026-06-07/

Our rosters are strictly limited to 8 paddlers per class to keep coaching high-quality. Grab a friend, secure your boat, and let's get you out on the water!

Huge shout out to Alejandro from http://alvoroai.com/ who designed real time Milwaukee River height/cfs values into a visual masterpiece. No more guessing if the river is going to scrape up your kayak, or way too dangerous to run it. The values displayed are from my many years observing/paddling the upper MKE sections. This data will be featured on our webpage homepage for all to view. Here is what it looks like:

Ready to stop just floating and start truly paddling with total confidence? This is where your summer adventure begins!
Whether you just bought your first kayak, want to break bad paddling habits, or want to make sure you can get back in your boat if you ever tip over—we are dedicating an entire weekend to building your skills at two beautiful Wisconsin state parks!
We are hosting our signature Kayak Kickstart clinics across two different locations. Pick the date, location, and registration link that fits your schedule best:
📅 Saturday, June 6th (10 AM – 2 PM) | Pike Lake State Park (Hartford, WI)
👉 Register for Saturday here: https://silentwake.com/event/pike-lake-kayak-training/2026-06-06/

📅 Sunday, June 7th (10 AM – 2 PM) | Mauthe Lake State Park (Campbellsport, WI)
👉 Register for Sunday here: https://silentwake.com/event/kayak-kickstart-mauthe-lake-2/2026-06-07/

In just 4 immersive hours, our expert ACA-certified instructors will take you from shore-side preparation to mastering your boat on open water. Each session includes an hour of classroom preparation before we ever hit the water.

What You'll Master:
Effortless Power: Learn proper body mechanics and paddling phases so you can go further without exhausting your arms.
Flawless Control: Master smooth turns, corrective steering, sweep strokes, and graceful dock or shoreline launches.
Rock-Solid Safety: Build absolute trust in your life jacket, learn how to handle a capsize calmly, and discover how to easily empty a flooded kayak.

Investment & Details:
Cost: $65 per person. (We provide the kayak, paddle, and PFD at no extra charge if you need them! Wisconsin State Park vehicle sticker required for park entrance).
Elite Class Sizes: We strictly limit each session to just 8 students to guarantee you get personalized coaching and maximum safety.

Don't spend another summer feeling anxious on the water. Lock in your spot for Pike Lake or Mauthe Lake today and give yourself the ultimate gift of paddling freedom!

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Just a reminder, Mel's River Run is happening this Saturday. The weather looks beautiful for this paddle event. If you haven't registered, follow the link. Be sure to stop by our table, located at the end of the race and say hi, check out what we have offered this year, or just to chat. While visiting, ask for a coupon code of 10% for your next adventure with Silent Wake https://tinyurl.com/5n7a6pc6

Mel's River Run - Mel's Charities Drop in at Fredonia or Saukville and paddle your way down the beautiful Milwaukee River to Veterans Park in Grafton. This is an untimed, enjoy the ride experience and when you arrive, Mel’s On the Move will be serving Great Food for Great Causes!”

Last month, we shared our citizen proposal submitted to the Wisconsin Conservation Congress regarding mandatory PFD (life jacket) use from Labor Day through Memorial Day. We are thrilled to announce that the resolution passed at the county level with 100% approval. The proposal will now advance through the legislative process, and we will provide updates as they become available. With your continued support, we can turn this safety mission into a lasting legacy for all paddlers. You can view the official resolution here: https://widnr.widen.net/view/pdf/shucbnmugt/460226.pdf?t.download=true&u=o95ksw

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Help us put Silent Wake on the map!
We are thrilled to share that nominations are officially open for the 2026 Wisconsin Governor’s Outdoor Industry Awards.
Whether you have taken a kayak educational session, moonlight paddle, Women on the Water trip, or seen us at public outreach community events. Our team works hard to provide "fresh air resets" and meaningful paddling experiences for the Wisconsin community, and we would be honored to be nominated. Whether it’s for Outdoor Business of the Year or the Big Tent Award for our commitment to inclusive outdoor spaces, your support means the world to us.
How you can help in 2 minutes:
Click the link below.
Select a category (we think "Outdoor Business of the Year" or "Big Tent" fits us best!).
Tell them why you love paddling with us!
Nominate here: 🔗 https://outdoorrecreation.wi.gov/Pages/Engage/OutdoorIndustryAwards.aspx
The nomination window is short (closing April 27th), so please cast your vote today. Let’s show the state what our local paddling community is all about!
-If needed to assist you in the nomination:
Nominee name - Silent Wake, LLC
Contact Person - Daren Barrett
Email - [email protected]
Phone - 800-262-9104

Come on out today at Random Lake Conservation Fair from 11 to 3. This is a FREE event!! Many different local vendors, companies, fishing pool, games, and more. This is a family fun orientated event.

Please think twice if you are wishing to hit up the Milwaukee river anytime soon. These are the current values (4/15 ). As a reminder what normal is - CFS around 800 and Height around 6.3. These are DANGEROUS waters presently. DO NOT PADDLE IT!!! If you need to see the monitoring station for future use, check out: https://waterdata.usgs.gov/monitoring-location/USGS-04086600/ =continuous-00065-0&period=P7D&showFieldMeasurements=true