| August - September 2005
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| East Coast Paddling Directory |
Eastern USA Eastern Canada
Eastern USA
Boulter Plywood Corp. Somerville, MA USA
For all your boat building needs. Marine plywood / lumber; Hardwood plywood / lumber; Exotic plywood / lumber; Veneer / laminate; Okoume / sapele – kayak construction; Teak decking / cabin sole; Plywood / lumber available up to 20' lengths; Prefinished plywood / foam core plywood. World wide delivery. Blum hardware. Established 1924. 24 Broadway, Somerville, MA 02145. Phone: 617-666-1340. Fax: 617-666-8956 Web: www.boulterplywood.com |
Charles River Canoe & Kayak MA USA
The paddler's source for new and used boats, lessons, rentals, guided tours and trips, gear and advice in Newton, Boston and Natick. Web: www.ski-paddle.com Email: info@ski-paddle.com |
Guillemot Kayaks Glastonbury, CT USA
Plans and handcrafted wooden sea kayaks. Phone: 860-659-8847. Web: www.guillemot-kayaks.com |
Laughing Loon Custom Canoes & Kayaks Massachusetts USA
East and West Arctic designs, Plans, Kits, and Finished boats.
Phone: 413-773-5375. Web: www.LaughingLoon.com |
Merrell Burlington, VT USA
Merrell Aqua Sport - High-Function Footwear for Confidence In and Around the Water. Featuring water-friendly, non-marking Vibram® soles with razor siping for exceptional traction, Merrell Continuum Aqua Sport includes low profile shoes for confidence in and around the water. The WaterPro Ultra-Sport forms a water skin around the foot with slip lasted construction in combination synthetic leather and ventilated mesh. Injection molded toe bumpers and 3.5 mm sole lug depth provide ultra stability for water sport activity. For water enthusiasts looking for a securely fitting multi-sport shoe, the WaterPro Multi-Sport uses a free floating heel and dynamic lacing system with cinch adjustments for a secure fit. Micro mesh free flowing drainage delivers guided control for water exportation. Web: www.merrellcanada.com |
New York Kayak Co New York, NY USA
New York Kayak Co., since 1994, is New York City's only full service sea kayaking center. Kayaks by Necky, Ocean Kayak, Impex, Nigel Foster. Kajak Sport. Feathercraft and Klepper folding kayaks, too. We offer local tours and world class sea kayak instruction by BCU certified instructors. New York Kayak Club, new for '05, makes it easy to get into kayaking—store your kayak here or use our boats and gear for an annual fee! Phone: 212-924-1327. Web: www.nykayak.com Email: info@nykayak.com |
Newfound Woodworks Bristol, NH USA
We create cedar strip canoes, kayaks and rowing boat kits. Our kits are engineered so that you can build these beautiful boats using hand tools. We offer cove and bead strips of northern white cedar, western red cedar, and Alaskan yellow cedar which can be mixed to create a pattern in your canoe or kayak. Our goal is to help you achieve a successful boat building endeavor. Phone: 603-744-6872. Web: www.newfound.com Email: info@newfound.com |
Outer-Island Kayak Branford, CT USA
Plans for building the Outer-Island Kayak. The Outer-Island is a fast, soft chine, tracking stripper with a low back deck making for easy lay-back rolling. Also available is the 1st ROLL instructional (learn to roll) rolling video. Web: www.outer-island.com |
Pakboats Enfield, NH USA
Pakboats makes the Puffin line of lightweight and inexpensive folding kayaks and the PakCanoe line of expedition canoes. Puffins are great travel boats — two Puffins can be packed together as one piece of airline baggage and the paddling performance is very good for the size (10.5 to 14 ft). Lots of information is available at www.pakboats.com. Contact Pakboats at info@pakboats.com or 603-632-9500 |
REI USA
Established as a consumer co-operative in 1938, REI has grown into a renowned supplier of specialty outdoor gear and clothing serving the needs of outdoors people through 78 retail stores in the U.S. and by direct sales via the Internet (REI.com and REI-OUTLET.com), telephone and mail. Today, REI is the largest consumer cooperative in the US with more than 2 million members. See www.rei.com for store locations. |
WAVEWALK, INC.W-boats Newton, MA USA
Manufacturers of new patented boats offering higher levels of comfort, stability, versatility and mobility: both beginning and advanced paddlers can switch between four positions including standing, and enjoy high performance in multiple applications from surfing (including standing) to fishing, day-touring and recreation. The company’s website features spectacular demo movies. Phone: 617-916 2250. Web: www.wavewalk.com Email: info@wavewalk.com |
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Eastern Canada
Aerosport Carrefour d’aventures Magdalen Islands, QC Canada
Guided kayak trips along awesome red cliffs and through caves that are home to many species of sea birds and are not accessible to most other water craft. No previous paddling experience is necessary. For all from age 4. Providing all equipment. Phone toll free: 1 866 986 6677. Web: www.aerosport.ca Email: info@aerosport.ca |
Coastal Adventures Tangier, NS Canada
Coastal Adventures is Atlantic Canada's foremost sea kayaking operation (since 1983). We offer extended tours to the Nova Scotia coastal islands, the Bay of Fundy, the Cape Breton Highlands, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland. We also run a wide range of sea kayaking courses for both beginners and advanced (leading to certification with the CRCA and the BCU). Phone: 1-877-404-3774. Web: www.coastaladventures.com Email: info@coastaladventures.com |
Coastal Spirit Expeditions River John, NS Canada
Pristine beaches nestled in secluded coves, red sandstone cliffs seal colonies and quaint fishing villages decorate the sunny warm coasltine of the Northumberland Strait.Join Coastal Spirit Expeditions as we introduce you to the natural beauty and cultural history of this unique region by kayak. Phone: 902-351-2283. Web: www.coastalspiritexp.com Email: cspirit@coastalspiritexp.com |
Eagle North Canoe and Kayak Rentals and Tours in Northern Cape Breton, NS Canada
Experience the Highlands of Cape Breton from the sea. Drop by and take a paddle on sheltered South Harbour with our Easy Rentals by the tours; OR join us on a custom sea kayaking tour of the majestic and rugged Aspy Bay. From Families to Birders to Lone Adventures, let Eagle North show you the wonders of Cape Breton. Phone: 902-383-2552. Web: www.kayakingcapebreton.ca Email: eaglenorth@gmail.com |
Freewheeling Adventures Hubbards, NS Canada
Sailboat supported trips to beautiful islands on Nova Scotia’s coast. The large ketch is supply and safety boat on challenging trips to idyllic, solitary campsites. Relaxed trips stay in charming coastal inns. Multisport trips combine paddling with cycling and spectacular hiking. Guided small groups, private, customized, family, and self-guided adventures, day trips, and quality rentals. Exquisite picnics. “…beyond our wildest expectations!” say John & Carol, from Alberta. Phone: 800-672-0775. Web: www.seakayaknovascotia.com Email: adventure@freewheeling.ca |
Hinterland Adventures & Gear Weymouth, NS Canada
Hinterland Adventures & Gear offers 1/2 day introductory, full & mulit day kayaking tours on the tidal part of the Sissiboo River & in St. Mary's Bay. Also 3 - 21 day wilderness canoe tours in the Tobeatic Wilderness Area. All tours start in southwestern Nova Scotia. Phone Toll Free: 1-800-378-8177 or locally 902-837-4092. Web: www.kayakingnovascotia.com Email: odysseys@kayakingnovascotia.com |
Kayak Cape Breton & Cottages West Bay (Roberta), NS Canada
Seakayaking on the majestic Bras d'Or Lake or the Atlantic Ocean. We offer a variety of kayaks for rent and take you out for a lesson or a guided trip. Our fully equipped waterfront log cottages offer lots of privacy and scenery. A great place to explore and relax. RR # 2 West Bay (Roberta), N.S. Cape Breton, B0E 3K0. Phone: 1-902-535-3060. Web: www.kayakcapebreton.com Email: kayakcb@ns.sympatico.ca |
Mountain Equipment Co-op Halifax, NS Canada
MEC is a retail co-operative—Canada’s leading supplier of quality outdoor gear and clothing—that sells exclusively to members. Lifetime individual memberships are $5 Cdn. 1550 Granville St, Halifax, Nova Scotia (between Blowers St and Sackville St). Phone: 902-421-2667. Web: www.mec.ca |
North River Kayak Tours Baddeck, NS Canada
Guiding 1/2, full, and 5 day extended sea kayak tours on Cape Breton Island since 1994. Only Cape Breton based operation offering 5 Day extended Highland trips. Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia’s Adventure Tour Operator of the year recipient 2002. Open May-15 until October 15. Phone: 1-888-865-2925. Web: www.northriverkayak.com or www.paddlecapebreton.com |
Nova Shores Adventures East Dover, NS Canada
Sea kayaking tours of the Dover archipelago near Peggy's Cove and of the Bay of Fundy near Cape Chignecto. Fascinating geology and incredible marine ecosystem to explore. Uninhabited Islands, the highest tides in the world, towering cliffs with sea stacks and caves to investigate. We have it all! Beginners welcome. Call toll free 1-866-638-4118. Web: www.novashores.com Email: kayak@novashores.com |
Outside Expeditions North Rustico, PE Canada
Outstanding kayaking and biking tours in Prince Edward Island since 1993. Join us for luxurious inn-to-inn trips or a pampered camping experience along PEI’s red shores. Expert guides, top-quality equipment and the warmth of East Coast hospitality ensure a trip to remember. Day trips and custom trips also available; call 1-800-207-3899. Web: www.getoutside.com |
Sea Sun Kayak School & Adventures Halifax, NS Canada
Sea Sun Kayak School & Adventures is Halifax's largest, oldest, and most experienced sea kayak company Located adjacent to the Terence Bay Nature Preserve. More than just sea kayaking specialists, we offer a variety of 1-4 day sea kayaking trips, courses, and rentals. Kayak to the waterfalls, explore our deep canyons, islands, cliffs, beaches, and enjoy the local wildlife along this pristine coast! We also offer a certified sea kayak guide training program. 1030 Terence Bay Rd. Phone: 902-850-7732. Toll free: 1-866-775-2925. Web: www.paddlenovascotia.com Email: info@paddlenovascotia.com |
SEBKA Kamouraska, QC Canada
The SEBKA is a multidisciplinary, educational outdoor center. It manages three complementary activities — the salt water marsh ecological rest stop, the cliffs of St-André de Kamouraska and SEBKAYAK, a sea kayaking organization in the Kamouraska region. Phone: 1-418-493-9984. Web: www.sebka.ca Email: sebka@bellnet.ca |
Southeast Paddle Sports Dorchester, NB Canada
Southeast Paddle Sports offers everything from entry-level to high-end boats, including Feathercraft, Perception, P&H, Necky, Wilderness Systems, NDK, Current Designs, Impex, Nova Craft, Old Town Canoe and Mad River Canoe products. Their mission is to look after customers, and try to fit each customer into his or her dream. 4952 Main Street, Dorchester New Brunswick, E4K 2Z1. Phone: 877-627-4837 Web: www.sepaddle.com |
The Great Canadian Adventure Company Canada
Offering paddling trips, tours and adventures everywhere in Canada. View our catalogue of selected trips on our website, or call us with your preferred location and dates, and we'll take it from there. Toll Free: 1-888-285-1676 Web: www.adventures.com Email: info@adventures.com |
Tour Bleu Paddlefest Magdalen Islands, QC Canada
The Tour Bleu Paddlefest, the gathering for all sea kayak lovers, takes place every September in the Magdalen's Islands, Canada. This year's event will follow the Canadian Windsurfing Championship and the Kite-surf PKRA World Cup. The Tour Bleu offers high level competitions as well as many friendly excursions. Lectures, trial centres and many evening activities are also planned. For information, Phone: 418-986-8368. Web: www.rendezvousaventure.com Email: info@rendezvousaventure.com |
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