BoardSafe Accessible Kayak Launch at Urbana
27 May

The completion of the Glenn H. Curtiss Park in the Town of Urbana, Village of Hammondsport, NY,  marks far more than the opening of a new recreational space; it represents a major investment in the quality of life, accessibility, and economic vitality. The new park expands opportunities for…

27 Jan

BoardSafeDocks of Fleetwood, PA, a leading designer and manufacturer of aluminum floating dock systems and accessible waterfront infrastructure, has completed a significant expansion of its manufacturing operations to support continued growth and increasing nationwide demand. https://seedcopa.com/2026/01/boardsafe-docks-makes-a-splash-with-multiple-sba-504-loans-that-expand-manufacturing-space/ The expansion adds new production space and long-term infrastructure improvements that will…

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…

Fall Creek Falls TN Woman and boy in BoardSafe kayak chute
07 Oct

Autumn is one of the most beautiful times to explore Tennessee State Parks. Cooler temperatures, vibrant fall colors, and calm waters make it an ideal season for kayaking and connecting with nature. As part of the Access 2030 Initiative, Tennessee State Parks continues to lead the nation in…

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-adaptive-kayak-launch-Reelfoot-long-view
15 Aug

Reelfoot Lake State Park in Tipton, Tennessee, recently installed a BoardSafe Adaptive Kayak launch at Kirby Pocket. This new addition improves accessibility for all visitors, especially those with disabilities or limited mobility, allowing everyone to enjoy kayaking on the lake. For those interested in visiting the park, its…

Woman entering kayak from BoardSafe accessible launch
12 Aug

Carley Pearson, ADA Coordinator for Knox County, TN, demonstrates the features she uses at the BoardSafe Accessible Kayak and Canoe Launch located at Seven Islands State Birding Park in Kodak, TN. 🎥 Watch Carley in the full video here: fb.watch/BkGlsjJJCL. Eric Collins, Park Manager at Seven Islands, shared,…

Ribbon cutting with the Ladies on the Lake
29 Jul

July 22, 2025 It’s been a humbling week at BoardSafe Docks. Our Adaptive Kayak Launch received a lot of press in the last two weeks. 👏👏👏 Our kayak launch caters to a wide range of abilities, providing universal access to paddlers seeking to enjoy the water. BoardSafe’s Launch…

BoardSafe Pickwick Dam accessible gangway and kayak launch
10 Jul

BoardSafe Docks of Fleetwood, PA, is helping to connect anglers, and now kayakers, to Bill Dance Signature Lakes throughout Tennessee State Parks. Those who love to fish in Tennessee waters are seeing significant improvements to their lakes, thanks to the Bill Dance Signature Lakes initiative. Legendary fisherman Bill…

Kayak being fitted into BoardSafe Verona launch
12 Jun

Steel City Rowing, Friends of the Riverfront, and Verona Borough in PA just celebrated the launch of something big—Verona’s brand-new BoardSafe Adaptive Kayak Launch. The riverfront party and ribbon-cutting ceremony were packed with activities to mark this exciting milestone, kick off the summer, and get things rolling on…