River Trips, Adventures, and More |
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Fantastic Kayak Park | A hotspot for whitewater paddlers with a series of whitewater rapids and standing waves for kayakers |
White Water Rafting the Arkansas River in Colorado | We had a blast rating through Browns Canyon on the Arkansas River - lots of class III rapids, great guides, excellent lunch, and magnificent scenery |
Rafting the Deschutes River in Bend | Some fun rapids, great scenery, and no long drive to get to the put in |
Kayaking The Salt River | A fun, relaxing trip down the Salt River in a funyak (a what?) - good scenery, cool water, and wildlife |
Rio Grande River (New Mexico) Rafting Trip | Just outside of Taos New Mexico we rafted the Race Course stretch of the Rio Grande - fun trip with 12 sets of rapids |
Big Bend Rafting Adventure | Read about a scenic and fun trip down the Rio Grande River and a canyon with towering sheer walls |
Roaring Fork Kayaking Trip | A scenic and exciting trip down the Roaring Fork River in Colorado |
White Water Rafting in Costa Rica | Read about our exciting white water rafting trip in Costa Rica with 25 Class II and III rapids |
Floating the Animas | A calm but fun float down the Animas River in Durango, CO |
Texas Kayak Racing |
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Buffalo Bayou Regatta | Texas’ largest kayak and canoe race! This 15-mile canoe and kayak race is a great way to see Houston from a whole new angle. |
Texas Water Safari | A 262 mile canoe race from San Marcos, just south of Austin, to Seadrift, along the Gulf Coast. |
Kayaking & Canoeing Resources |
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The Ultimate Kayaking Buying Guide | A resource to help educate those interested in the steps to purchasing a kayak |
Globo Surf Kayak Fishing | Your complete resource for choosing a fishing kayak with reviews |
Fantastic Kayak Park | A hotspot for whitewater paddlers with a series of whitewater rapids and standing waves for kayakers |
Texas Kayak & Canoe Rentals & Lessons | Where to get rentals and lessons |
Ten Great Paddling Spots | Here is one list of some great paddling spots in the United States |
Paddling Events | Events in conjunction with Texas Parks & Wildlife |
10 Best Spots for Kayak Fishing | Here are the best places to catch some fish in you kayak |
Lower Colorado River Authority | Information on rivers and lakes |
Brazos River Authority | Good info on the Brazos River |
Texas Kayak Fisherman | The #1 source for your kayak fishing needs |
Guadalupe and Blanco River Authority | Information on the Guadalupe and Blanco Rivers |
Southwest Paddler | Comprehensive resource for information related to outdoor recreation on and near the rivers, creeks and streams of Texas |
Austin Kayak Fishing | Information on almost every aspect of kayak fishing |
Texas Kayaking and Canoe Clubs |
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A Texas subsidiary of the Arkansas Canoe Club, we do all types of kayaking: white water, flat water, and paddle camping events throughout Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. We also sponsor a free "roll practice" once a month. |
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Houston Association of Sea Kayakers | A social club for sea kayakers in the Houston area that leads about 3 trips a months from casual bayou to open water bays - membership is not required |
Hill Country Paddlers | Families and/or individuals - all ages welcome to enjoy day trips, weekend trips, and coastal sea kayaking. |
Houston Canoe Club | Established in 1964, the members are interested in all types of paddlesport from canoeing to kayaking, quiet water, whitewater, touring and racing. |
Alamo City Riverman | A canoe and kayak club in San Antonio with members including all age groups, all skill levels, and all types of paddling: flat-water, slow rivers, racing, and whitewater |
Dallas Downriver Club | Established in 1975, DDRC is active in planning many trips as well as involved in environmental issues. |
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