BoardSafe Dock Fabulous Fox aerial view
03 Dec

At BoardSafe, we are honored to play a key role in expanding equitable access along the newly designated Fabulous Fox! National Water Trail. The trail is a 158-mile paddling route that winds through the scenic towns and landscapes of southeast Wisconsin into northeast Illinois. As the National Park…

20 Nov

Many customers and paddlers ask about the locations of additional BoardSafe Adaptive Kayak Launches. BoardSafe has a live link on our website that gets updated as more accessible systems are installed across the country. To find a BoardSafe Accessible and Adaptive Kayak Launch near you, click on the…

Patrons in wheelchairs sitting on BoardSafe adaptive kayak launch
13 Nov

New Adventure, access, and community connection have arrived at Beaubien Woods! Nestled in the Forest Preserves of Cook County, Beaubien Woods is a 279-acre natural gem where prairie, woodland, and wetland habitats meet. Centered around scenic Flatfoot Lake—the vibrant preserve that is located off W. Doty Ave S,…

INNOVATEAble logo
09 Sep

BoardSafe Docks is thrilled to be recognized as a winner of the 2025 INNOVATEAble Showcase, held in honor of the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act! BoardSafe’s Accessible and Adaptive Kayak Launch was selected as one of the top solutions advancing accessibility in the travel and…

BoardSafe Docks Fort Patrick Henry adaptive kayak launch kayaker on water
03 Sep

Warriors’ Path State Park is proud to announce the installation of their brand-new BoardSafe Adaptive Kayak Launch and Accessible Fishing Pier, which is officially open and ready for adventure. This fully accessible launch, located at the park marina on Fort Patrick Henry Reservoir, is part of a larger…

BoardSafe Docks Churchill Park kayak launch long view
04 Jun

Monroe County, NY, is making strides in accessibility on the Black Creek at Churchville Park. County Executive Adam Bello announced at this week’s ribbon-cutting ceremony that the new BoardSafe Adaptive Kayak and Canoe Launch will provide essential assistance for all individuals to comfortably access the water. BoardSafe’s Adaptive…

BoardSafe adaptive kayak launch Lone Star Lake Park long view
28 May

Construction of a new BoardSafe Adaptive Kayak Launch is complete at Douglas County’s scenic Lone Star Lake Park. This launch is one of several enhancements their Public Works Department is implementing as part of the Open Space Plan initiative. Funded by the federal American Rescue Plan Act allocations,…

Man holding bass
02 May

The excitement is underway at Chester Frost Park on Lake Chickamauga, just north of Chattanooga, TN, as Stage Four of the Major League Fishing (MLF) Bass Pro Tour takes center stage. This 280-acre stretch of water along the Tennessee River is the perfect backdrop for one of the…

Lexington Lake BoardSafe Kayak Launch
28 Apr

The Johnson County Parks and Recreation Department recently upgraded park amenities at Lexington Lake Park in Johnson County, Kansas, improving access to all kayakers looking to get out and enjoy paddling on the water. Nestled within a 465-acre park, Lexington Lake spans 27 acres and is open for…

woman in kayak giving thumbs up
14 Mar

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,…