 At BoardSafe Docks, we’re often asked how developing a water trail impacts communities, and we cannot think of a better example than the Knox County Water Trail on Beaver Creek. Located just outside the city of Knoxville, TN, it started with a dream to create a navigable…
David Tihansky of BoardSafe Docks recently attended ribbon-cutting ceremonies at Seven Islands State Birding Park and Cruze Landing, Tennessee. Both locations on the French Broad River, Seven Islands in Kodak and Cruze in Knoxville, celebrated the recent installation of BoardSafe Docks' Adaptive Kayak Launches. The Seven Islands installation…
Lake Acorn, located within Montgomery Bell State Park at 1020 Jackson Hill Road in Burns, Tennessee, is a cherished spot for outdoor enthusiasts. It recently hosted the 2025 Greenways & Trail Forum sponsored by the Tennessee State Parks, Office of Outdoor Recreation. The Greenways & Trails Forum is…
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…
March has arrived, bringing longer days, more sunshine, and the return of warm-weather river adventures. In Loudon County, Tennessee, just southwest of Knoxville, anglers are especially excited to launch their boats at an updated TWRA location with an updated boat ramp, gangway, and courtesy dock on the Tennessee…
The January sun glistened over the calm waters of Seven Islands State Birding Park in Kodak, Tennessee. The new year brings accessible paddle opportunities to the park with its newly installed BoardSafe Adaptive Kayak Launch. David Scott, enjoying the pristine beauty of the Tennessee River, was making a…
Bill Bogdan is a man who loves the great outdoors. His favorite activities include kayaking, fishing, camping, mountain biking, and scuba diving. What makes this 54-year-old outdoorsman so unique is that at eight months old, he was diagnosed with neuroblastoma. He doesn’t remember much about his surgery or…
BoardSafe Docks stands out as the premier designer and manufacturer of the most structural and durable waterfront systems. Known for our expertise and innovative problem-solving, BoardSafe collaborates closely with clients to create customized solutions that meet site-specific needs. Rivers, lakes, and coastal environments can present unique accessibility needs,…
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…
BoardSafe Docks, innovators in the planning, design, manufacture, and installation of adaptive and accessible floating docks and launches, is spreading the word that the PA Fish and Boat Commission is offering grants for improving public boating facilities on our waterways. Grants have enabled many Pennsylvania parks and other…