Timeless Tides Kayaking

Milestone! Today marks the beginning of teaching private lessons. My "student" had previous experience canoeing and picked up handling a kayak paddle right away. She learned how to safely and easily get in and out of the Pungo 120, tuned up paddle strokes and edging her kayak, learned basic tips on buying gear and loading a kayak on an SUV. To top it off we both enjoyed ideal weather on Rehoboth Bay!

The question often comes up on social media kayaking sites "I've long been interested in kayaking but don't know how to get started".
Answers vary along the lines of "rent a kayak they'll show you the basics, kayak shops often have demo days where you can try out kayaks, or, buy a used one on Marketplace you'll figure it out".
While each of thise suggestions are options that at least get you on the water, none are as efficient and cost-effective as engaging an experienced kayaker who will give you their undivided attention for a few sessions. I'll take you through an introduction that touches on everything you need to know to begin your adventure with recreational kayaking.

Launching from Savages Ditch, this guided eco-tour explores the marshlands containing abundant shorebirds and other wildlife as well as abandoned fishing shacks. There's also an oyster farm midway. The route is only accessible around a high tide, so timing our launch will vary day to day.

Trussum pond offers a glimpse into a near primal environment. Only a few feet from the launch you'll feel like you've gone back in time, paddling among bald cypress with great blue herons, turtles galore, possibly sighting otter, fox, kingfishers or it's resident pair of bald eagles. A sign at the launch "no motors allowed", ensures a most peaceful and serene experience. If getting away from it all sounds like just what you need, call me, Bob at 301-977-7888 to schedule a guided tour.

I've led two work parties up the Cow Bridge Branch feeder creek clearing a path through deadfall caused by March's snowfall. Some parts looked like nature's idea of a game of pick up sticks.

This creek offers some of the most spectacular scenery and wildlife in Delmarva. I'll be offering both private and small group tours throughout the season beginning mid-May.

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