How an Accessible Kayak Launch is Built and Assembled
Many outdoors lovers arrive at a local state park, lake, or waterfront, and find an accessible kayak launch. The launch is intriguing to them, and they wonder how it works, who uses it, and how it was built. Below are some photos of the step-by-step process of the assembly of an accessible kayak launch.
First, the accessible kayak launch is designed and manufactured to the client's specifications by BoardSafe Docks in Topton, PA. The accessible kayak launch is pre-assembled and reviewed for quality measures, then loaded for shipping and delivery to the client's location. In this case, the client is located at Saratoga Lake, Florida.
Cape Coral, FL, ADA-Accessible Kayak Launch Installed
Sirenia Vista State Park in Cape Coral, Florida, is an 8-acre environmental park, known as a great place to enjoy viewing manatees. It is also a favorite fishing area for locals. The park is undergoing a series of upgrades. The Phase I enhancements have been completed and include a new BoardSafe ADA-accessible kayak launch area, manatee viewing locations, walking path, and landscape improvements. The new handicap-accessible kayak area now allows all those in the community — regardless of any physical limitations — to safely enjoy the outdoor activities and wildlife.
Enjoying the marine activities at Sirenia Vista State Park is a highlight of the park. The kayak launch allows kayakers access to the Calusa Blueway through Matlacha, and the state park has identified and created a series of water trails. Maps and information can be downloaded from their web site: http://www.capecoral.net/department/parks_and_recreationhome/sirenia_vista.php
This installation was highlighted on the following real estate presentation:
https://youtu.be/YS1pYLAha5g
Sirenia Vista State Park is located at 3916 Ceitus Parkway, Cape Coral, Florida, 33991. The project is another high-quality project by BoardSafe. BoardSafe is a premier manufacturer of aluminum floating docks, aluminum pedestrian bridges, aluminum gangways, aluminum piers, rowing docks, accessible kayak launches, and other marina applications. BoardSafe prides itself not only in its products, but also in offering value-added services like engineering and other solutions to create the best application for each installation. This includes offering creative solutions that are the most practical and cost-effective, offering the least amount of ecological impact on the surrounding habitat. Contact BoardSafe to discuss your needs at 610-899-0286.
Adaptive Kayak Launch Florida Installation Time-Lapse Video
Here is another time lapse video of the adaptive and accessible kayak launch being installed at the boat launch.
In January 2019, BoardSafe's first adaptive and accessible kayak launch was installed at Cape Coral in Florida. Below is a time-lapse video of the aluminum gangway, aluminum floating dock, kayak chute, and other boat launch accessories, being unloaded and transported to the installation site.
This installation was highlighted on the following real estate presentation:
Successful First Adaptive Paddling and Picnic at Lake by BoardSafe Docks
In the fall of 2015, BoardSafe Docks installed a new ADA fishing pier and adaptive / ADA kayak launch at Leaser Lake in Kempton, PA. The floating docks and applications were designed and constructed by BoardSafe Docks, completing an ADA and adaptive park area that already included paved nature trails and ADA picnic tables.
On Sunday, May 22, 2016, a group of 12 adaptive paddlers and 30 volunteers, including 6 ACC instructors, enjoyed their first adaptive paddling event.
The Leaser Lake Heritage Foundation coordinated the parking, food, and programming, while Team River Runner handled the adaptive boating program. This was the first event of its kind since the unveiling and trial run on the adaptive kayak boat launch in November. Paddlers were taught water safety, the proper way to enter and exit a boat, and the basics of paddling.
ADA Kayak Boat Launch: What Does It Look Like?
Here at BoardSafe, we've taken great pride in developing what we think is the best ADA adaptive kayak boat launch on the market, with the help of adaptive paddlers, The Center for Independent Living, and other users and experts. We also used the best practices of canoeing and kayaking for people with disabilities. Check out our photos!Read more
Adaptive Kayak and ADA Boat Launches Protect Your Boat
At BoardSafe Docks, we believe we have designed and built the best ADA adaptive boat launch available on the market. That’s not coming from us — it's coming from the adaptive kayakers and para-rowers. After all, they are the experts, and they are also the ones who designed it.Read more
Adaptive Boat Launch, Piers, and Rowing Products
Adaptive Boat Launch, Piers, and Rowing Products
BoardSafe has developed a line of ADA-accessible products specifically for the adaptive athlete. These products include an adaptive kayak, canoe and boat launch, accessible piers, and floating docks with ADA features, as well as adaptive rowing docks for adaptive rowing (See links below). These products were developed in conjunction with adaptive athletes and conscientioulsy designed to meet their needs. Because adaptive rowers and paddlers had input on the products' proprietary designs, BoardSafe knows that their adaptive boat launches, fishing piers, and adaptive rowing docks, are the best-performing and highest-quality products on the market. All of our adaptive products are made with the same best practices, features, engineering, and quality measures used in all BoardSafe products. Each adaptive rowing product is specifically designed with the rowers in mind.
If you need an adaptive kayak launch, fising pier, or adaptive rowing dock, BoardSafe will customize your product by adapting their standard designs, engineering, and product sizes, to build a product that fits your needs.
Follow these links to learn more about our adaptive products:
> Adaptive kayak, canoe, and boat launch
> Accessible fishing pier and floating dock
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