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Kayaking Tips – How to Select a Kayak for Camping
Kayak camping is the ultimate twist of adventure to spice up your camping game. Paddling to your camp site challenges you to pack light and efficiently while taking you off manmade trails and onto a nearby flowing river.
Mother’s Day Adventure Guide
This Mother’s day, give the gift of adventure! Whether its on the trail or on the water, share your love for the outdoors with the woman that brought you into this world.
Camping for Beginners – 5 Must Have Items
As the weather begins to warm, the itch to get outside intensifies. It’s time you get prepared to scratch it! If this will be your first season camping, we want to be the first to welcome you to the great outdoors! We’re glad you’re here.
Go Play Day – Hill Country State Natural Area
A few ACK employees packed up this weekend to go camping at Hill Country State Natural Area in beautiful of Bandera, TX, which is about 50 miles northwest of San Antonio. Hill Country SNA has primitive and equestrian camping areas and over 40 miles of trails that we planned to run/bike.
Welcome to ACK, Emory Peak!
With it’s roots deep in the heart of Texas, we welcome Emory Peak to our line up of top brands at Austin Canoe & Kayak. Emory Peak is a new terra sports adventure brand looking to make its footprint in the outdoor industry. You can count on this brand to continue offering quality products with high end features at friendly price points for entry level adventurists.
Camping Tips – Coffee on the Trail
You’re just waking up on a cold morning after spending the entire previous day on the trail. You’ve got a big day ahead and you need that extra boost of energy to get you going. Whether you’re car camping or roughing it in the backcountry, there’s gear out there to make sure you get the best cup of coffee. Don’t settle for those instant packets, wake up and prepare yourself for a big day of adventure.
Photo Blog: Capturing the Moment at the Kayak Angler’s Tournament Series
On October 4th, 2017, some of Texas’ top kayak anglers came together to participate in the Kayak Angler’s Tournament Series on Sam Rayburn. Check out this photo blog of the action that took place during the tournament!
Go Play Day: A Blistering Texas Afternoon Ascent Up Enchanted Rock
For nearly 28 years, the vast majority of my outdoor adventures were spent in the Northwest as a born and bred Idahoan. I was fully acclimated to four defined seasons that ranged from high-mountain blizzards to dry, blistering hot days in the high desert.
How to Pack for Kayak Camping Trips
If you take the proper precautions for preparing your gear and planning out the trip, kayak camping can be one of the most rewarding experiences for any adventure seeker. Whether you’re an avid paddler or and expert car camper, take your adventures to the next level and get a group of friends together for a kayak camping trip!