My image of kayaking has always been one of conditioned athletes shoehorned into a small opening in a long, narrow boat which is prone to tip over. And to be honest, there’s not much in that image to entice me to try it. But I have it on good authority that kayaking is not just for those trim of build and athletic in spirit … at least, that’s what the owners of Kayak Hood Canal believe.

Just a few minutes down the hill from Alderbrook Properties lays the Hood Canal Marina and Alderbrook Resort. There you will also find Kayak Hood Canal, a family business begun back in 2003. They believe everyone should “Get Off Shore” (their motto) and that “everyone, regardless of size, fitness level, or experience, can get in a kayak and start paddling.” They emphasize safety for renters of their kayaks, purchasing wider kayaks which don’t tip over easily, and giving everyone a briefing on safety which includes paddling techniques, landing safely, climbing in and out of a kayak, and getting back into the kayak if it tips over. They also insist that every renter wears a life vest. In fact, if you don’t wear one, they won’t rent to you.

The relatively peaceful waters of Hood Canal offer wonderful opportunities to learn kayaking, and Kayak Hood Canal stands ready to help you experience this wonderful sport. Why don’t you check it out? Who knows, maybe you’ll even see me out there!

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