BoardSafe’s Universal Access Kayak Launch for All Abilities
06 Nov

BoardSafe Universal Access Kayak Launch Great Sacandaga Lake NY

BoardSafe Docks is proud to announce a recent installation on the Great Sacandaga Lake in Northville, NY. The lake and launch are located in the southern region of the Adirondack Mountains. The Great Sacandaga Lake is one of the area’s best-kept secrets, an undiscovered mecca for boating, water sports, snowmobiling, skiing, fishing, and outdoor recreation.

BoardSafe’s customer, the Northville Rotary Foundation, was looking to improve the paddle accessibility of its lake and offer universal access to all looking to get out on the lake and paddle. The Northville Rotary Foundation selected BoardSafe’s Universal Access Kayak Launch as their accessible and adaptive solution for paddlers looking to get out and enjoy the beauty of the water. Here’s a video of its new launch:

Northville, NY Adaptive Kayak Launch Installed on Great Sacandaga Lake

The Village of Northville, Fulton County, is a well-kept secret strategically situated on the upper portion of the Great Sacandaga Lake, where the Sacandaga River flows from the north. Residents and visitors recognize the village as one of the most unique small towns in the Adirondacks. Great Sacandaga Lake is a wonderful getaway destination, surrounded by great restaurants, quaint shops, and bounds of history. Those looking for the kayak launch on the lake can find the launch at coordinates 43.21720734104117 – 74.1673455390182.

The universal access launch is the first of its kind in the Adirondacks. The launch project, spearheaded and funded by the Northville Rotary Foundation, prides itself on investing in the local communities and improving the quality of life for its residents. It’s common for BoardSafe to work with community groups like Rotary Clubs and paddling groups, nonprofits, and friends of parks, who are looking to provide additional recreational opportunities for paddlers of all abilities.

 Village Highway Department Completing Installation
Village Highway Department Completing Installation

The scope of the Northville Kayak Launch Project included one universal access kayak launch and one 20-ft. gangway/chute consisting of

  • (1) 8’2” x 16’4” floating dock.
  • (1) 4’2” x 16’4” floating dock.
  • (1) 16’4” kayak launch.
  • (1) adaptive kit.
  • (1) 20-ft. x 4ft single rail gangway.
  • (1) 20-ft. kayak chute.
  • Bulkhead mounting angle to attach to the concrete foundation.
  • (2) precast concrete blocks.
BoardSafe’s Universal Access Kayak Launch for All Abilities
BoardSafe’s Universal Access Kayak Launch for All Abilities

Since 2009, BoardSafe Docks has designed, manufactured, and installed high-quality universal access kayak launches, floating docks, pedestrian bridges, and other marine access products. BoardSafe’s experience in construction and manufacturing gives them unparalleled expertise and innovative solutions to address the dynamic conditions of tides, currents, and other water fluctuations, ranging from severe flooding to drought conditions. This has made BoardSafe the trusted expert for park directors, civil engineers, landscape architects, and other professionals who desire only the best-engineered and highest-quality marine access systems.

Ribbon cutting with the Ladies on the Lake
Ribbon cutting with the Ladies on the Lake

Contact us today to help you configure your universal access launch system at BoardSafeDocks.com or by calling 610-899-0286.