Kayaking: A Fun but Intimidating Sport for Beginners Let’s be honest—kayaking can feel overwhelming for first-time paddlers. Concerns about stability, getting in and out of the kayak, staying upright, and mastering the correct paddle stroke can make the experience seem daunting. These challenges often lead to initial awkwardness,…
The City of Tulsa, Oklahoma, has recently unveiled an exciting new way for residents and visitors to experience the scenic waters on Zink Lake. Thanks to a collaboration between the City of Tulsa and the River Parks Authority, and funding from the Improve Our Tulsa initiative, the newly-installed…
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…
During a recent ribbon-cutting ceremony, representatives from the Village of Union Springs, the Cayuga Lake Scenic Byway, and the Cayuga County Department of Planning & Economic Development celebrated the installation of a new kayak launch on Cayuga Lake. The shared enthusiasm at the event highlighted the success of…
The Middle Susquehanna Riverkeeper Association and Montour Area Recreation Commission collaboratively installed a new BoardSafe adaptive kayak launch at Montour Preserve's Lake Chillisquaque on Saturday, August 3, 2024. The launch was made possible thanks to a grant from the Foundation for Pennsylvania Watersheds and funding from the Vernal…
While many of you were enjoying spring and summer paddling excursions, BoardSafe Docks was busy designing, engineering, and manufacturing more universal access kayak launches for all paddlers to enjoy. BoardSafe’s kayak launch is designed for easy access, great stability, and adaptive features for those who need them. The…
Cove Lake State Park in Caryville, Tennessee, improved its trail access with a BoardSafe Pedestrian Bridge. The lake is located at 10 Cove Lake Road in Caryville, TN, 37714-0656. Cove Lake State Park sits on 606 acres of beautiful mountains and valleys on the eastern edge of the…
Lake Acorn, located within Montgomery Bell State Park at 1020 Jackson Hill Road in Burns, Tennessee, is a cherished spot for outdoor enthusiasts. For passionate paddlers, families who love to fish, or someone seeking a spot to enjoy the beautiful scenery, Lake Acorn offers something for everyone. The…
UNION SPRINGS – The Village of Union Springs, the Cayuga Lake Scenic Byway, and the Cayuga County Department of Planning & Economic Development are excited to invite the community to the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new ADA-compliant kayak launch at Frontenac Park. The kayak launch was constructed with…
The Ohio Division of Natural Resources operates Cowan Lake State Park in southwest Ohio. Cowan Lake, located at 1750 Osborn Road, Wilmington, OH, now offers accessible fishing with a BoardSafe Accessible Fishing Pier. The Ohio Division of Natural Resources and Division of Wildlife manages the state’s fisheries. They…