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Paddleboarding with wind in your back liberates even those closest to their couch, exciting exploration and adventure. The feeling was short lived in our SUP 101 course as head winds took us down to our knees, and eventually to our seats. The sun was shining, though, so the three of us decided to enjoy theRead more

  As the group gathered at the Fausse Point State Park boat launch, I was thinking how lucky we are to have so many people willing to come out and support the Basinkeeper program.  Twenty six people made the trip from as far away as New Orleans and even Arkansas for the chance to paddleRead more

Fabrics that cool the skin have started to appear on the market.  What could be a better shirt for a paddling or kayak fishing trip?  These shirts are UPF rated for sun protection, wick moisture and cool the body a few degrees when moist.  Perfect for Louisiana summers! Here’s the description from the ExOfficio Site:Read more

Easily one of the most anticipated new kayak introductions of the year is the Jackson Big Tuna Tandem fishing kayak.  This boat is unlike any other model we have ever stocked.  It’s a Tandem Fishing kayak.  It’s a Solo Fishing Kayak.  It’s an all-day comfort touring kayak.  This is truly one boat that does itRead more

You may have heard the underground buzz about the new Pro Angler 12 that Hobie is slated to release in limited quantities  later this month.  I was lucky enough to attend a Hobie dealer meeting that allowed us to view the new boat and demo it on the water.  This blog will give you someRead more

  This trip made two hikes in a row with the most perfect weather. Clear skies and a high in the low 80’s; life is good. With all this water, fun- loving people, and perfect weather, I knew we were in for a treat. Robert, the nine- year- old “Jr. Guide” from the previous week, hadn’t hadRead more

This was a trip that reminded me how minor issues in town can be very serious while hiking on a trail only four miles from the road. It also taught our group the more important side of preparation, our health. The Backbone Trail is located 40 miles north of Alexandria in the Red Dirt DistrictRead more

Spring is here, and we’re ready with our new shipment of KEEN sandals! Here are our in-store favorites: The Emerald City Toe Wrap: A comfortable leather sandal with elegant style, the Emerald City Toe Wrap goes from beach to bistro without missing a beat.     The Emerald City Sandal: These stylized stunners feature a fineRead more

This was truly a special class. The weather was absolutely amazing and everyone was excited about enjoying it after all the rain we have had lately. We started out on land learning some terminology and technique and just as we were learning how to get in the kayak we were greeted by a beautiful greenRead more

Early spring is a great time for a fishing trip. The warmer overnight temperatures allow the water to hold some of the heat that the previous day’s sun has left behind. Fish notice the slightly warmer water temperatures and begin to move into the shallow areas searching for their next meal. The largest obstacle thisRead more