Kayaking Wyoming

05/25/2026

Basin to Greybull - memorial day 2026

04/06/2026

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03/06/2026

Photographing from a kayak requires prioritizing stability, gear safety, and using low-angle, eye-level perspectives to capture unique, intimate water-level shots. Use high shutter speeds (at least 1/1000 second) to counter movement, utilize a zoom lens for wildlife, and always leash your equipment. Key techniques include working with the current to remain silent, using a paddle leash, and ensuring your camera is easily accessible on your lap.

03/06/2026

"Paddle-Pick-Give" (Micro-Cleanups): Instead of large-scale, high-exertion cleanups, this program encourages continuous, small-scale stewardship.

Low Liability: Participants are instructed to only pick up "light litter" (e.g., plastic bottles) and are strictly told to never enter the water or handle hazardous materials like needles.

Environmental Impact: Removes plastic debris before it breaks down into microplastics or harms wildlife.

03/06/2026

Shoreline Stewardship & Habitat Restoration: This program focuses on the "riparian zone" (the area where land meets water) and can be done partially from a kayak or on foot at launch sites.
Low Liability: Reduces time spent in deep or moving water. Many activities, such as planting native species or removing invasive weeds, occur on stable banks.

Environmental Impact: Improves bank stability, reduces erosion, and restores natural habitats for local wildlife.

12/07/2025

I received some questions on what level one and level two kayaking training was so here is an explanation:

*Level 1 kayaking is about foundational skills for calm water (boat control, easy strokes, wet exits).
*Level 2 builds on that for moving water or coastal conditions, introducing maneuvers like eddy turns, ferrying, basic rescues (T-rescue), trip planning, and managing small waves/wind to become a confident, safe paddler in more dynamic environments. Essentially, Level 1 gets you comfortable in a kayak; Level 2 teaches you how to navigate different water types and handle minor challenges.

*Level 1: Introduction to Kayaking Skills (Flatwater Focus)
Focus: Basic boat handling and self-rescue in calm conditions.
Skills:
Proper forward, reverse, sweep strokes, and draws.
Wet exits (getting out of a capsized boat) and basic self-rescues.
Boat entry/exit, and carrying the kayak.
Understanding basic safety gear and trip preparation for flatwater.
Goal: Gain confidence and fundamental control for day trips in sheltered waters.

*Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring / Moving Water Skills (Coastal/Gentle River Focus)
Focus: Applying skills to dynamic water, learning maneuvers, and basic rescue.
Skills:
Advanced strokes, sculling, and bracing.
Maneuvers: Eddy turns, ferries (moving across current), and control in current.
Rescues: Partner rescues (like the T-rescue) and assisted rescues.
Basic navigation, trip planning, and risk management for coastal or gentle river environments.
Goal: Develop skills for navigating more challenging conditions, such as light wind, small waves, and gentle currents, for longer trips.
Progression

*You typically master Level 1 before moving to Level 2, progressing from calm lakes to more complex coastal or river environments, eventually leading to advanced skill sets for whitewater or expeditions.

12/05/2025

Still don’t have the kayak rack mounted at the new house, I guess I’ll have to wait till spring.

12/01/2025

Captured the river changing from NO Ice through the temperature drop in the 20º on a three day coverage.

This is the 2nd Winter I'm missing Kayaking in the slush (yes, I have a Dry Suit). Hopefully, next year I can acquire a river partner.

Captured the river changing from NO Ice through the temperature drom to the 20º in a three day coverage.

11/25/2025

I'm not very fond of narrating in my videos' but this one required explanation.

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11/24/2025

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