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  • 15 Things to Do in the San Juan Islands (by a kayak guide!)

    January 8, 2026

    Looking for the best things to do in the San Juan Islands? Here is a complete guide on what to do in Washington’s San Juan Islands

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  • image of wilderness systems pungo at sunset in Big Island Lakes Wilderness

    Ultimate Kayaking Packing List (by a Kayak Guide!)

    April 2, 2024

    Planning a kayaking trip? For what to pack for kayaking, how to pack, and more, read this article!

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  • Best Places to Kayak near Seattle (by a Kayak Guide!)

    February 24, 2024

    Looking for the best places to sea kayak near Seattle? Here are all the best places to have an overnight sea kayaking adventure near Seattle!

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  • How to Sea Kayak the Gulf Islands, British Columbia

    February 23, 2024

    Read this article for how to kayak Gulf Islands, BC! Campsites, beaches, sunsest spots, and more!

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  • kayaker explores the sea caves of sand island in the apostle islands national lakeshore, a four hour drive from Minneapolis

    15 Helpful Hacks for Kayak Camping (by a Kayak Guide!)

    October 15, 2023

    tips for beginner kayak camping including how to pack a kayak, the best kayak camping gear, planning overnight kayak trips, and more!

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  • Sea Kayakers on the Pacific Ocean in the San Juan Islands

    9 Best Kayaking Spots in the San Juan Islands

    August 1, 2022

    The best kayaking in the San Juan Islands to see orcas, camp, and for adventure!

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Classic road trip 🤷🏼‍♀️ Classic road trip 🤷🏼‍♀️
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Apostle islands appreciation post♥️🛶 (+announcemen Apostle islands appreciation post♥️🛶 (+announcement 👀)Announcing the winners of the @freshwater.paddler.symposium women’s scholarship! Congrats Ashlee B, Shauna M, Lina M and Erika P 🎉Check your emails for more info :)Thanks so much to everyone who applied! It’s been my dream to help get more women out on the water and confident in the outdoors without it costing an arm and leg, and this has been an incredible way for me to do that, all while supporting a local nonprofit/event ♥️ go follow @freshwater.paddler.symposium and consider joining us this June out on the water!
Tofu Schwarma camp meal🏕️🔥⬇️ You’ll need: Lettuc Tofu Schwarma camp meal🏕️🔥⬇️You’ll need:LettuceRed onionCucumber Bell pepper or tomato Lemon (all my veggies came straight from the fridge at home!)TofuNaan bread or pitaOlive oilFeta Tzatziki sauceSchwarma sauce/seasoning (I subbed enchilada sauce + turmeric in a pinch)Come say hi at @maddymarq for Midwest adventure ideas & tips🏕️♥️
No-build Subaru car camping setup🚗🏕️ No-build Subaru car camping setup🚗🏕️
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