The Kayakers Journal — a publication of West Michigan Kayaking Club since 2019

Wild Rivers. Rugged Trails. Real Adventure. The Kayakers Journal Trip stories, safety lessons, gear advice, and paddling history from the West Michigan Kayaking Club. Search the journal This season Featured story The Top Five Michigan Rivers to Experience Fall Colors by Kayak Our pick of the best rivers for autumn paddling, while the color is still on the trees. Read the story • Read it here. Paddle it with us. Membership is free. Pick a trip that fits your level and come out on the water. See upcoming trips

Kayak Camping in Michigan

Nov 3, 2026 11:54 PM

There's something special about combining kayaking and camping. You spend the day traveling down a river, explore miles of beautiful Michigan scenery, and finish the evening at a campsite surrounded by nature.

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Michigan River Kayaking

Nov 3, 2026 11:51 PM

Michigan offers some incredible opportunities for river kayaking. From winding waterways through wooded landscapes to long stretches of river that can take an entire day or several days to explore, there's always another adventure waiting around the next bend.

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Kayaking Clubs in Michigan

Nov 3, 2026 6:40 PM

Looking for kayaking clubs in Michigan? Joining a paddling club is one of the best ways to discover new waterways, meet other kayakers, develop your skills, and experience more of what Michigan has to offer.

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Michigan Kayaking Club

Nov 3, 2026 6:38 PM

Looking for a Michigan kayaking club where you can explore rivers, meet fellow paddlers, and be part of active outdoor adventures? West Michigan Kayaking Club connects paddlers throughout West Michigan who share a passion for exploring Michigan's incredible waterways.

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Grand Rapids Kayaking Club

Nov 3, 2026 6:03 PM

If you're searching for a Grand Rapids kayaking club, you're in the right place. West Michigan Kayaking Club brings together paddlers from Grand Rapids and surrounding West Michigan communities who share a passion for kayaking, river exploration, outdoor adventure, and spending time on the water.

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Rutabaga Paddlesports Closes: Canoecopia 2027 Canceled

Oct 29, 2026 6:41 AM

For paddlers across the Midwest, some news is especially difficult to hear. Rutabaga Paddlesports, the longtime Madison, Wisconsin, outfitter and host of Canoecopia, is closing its doors. With it comes the cancellation of Canoecopia 2027, a major gathering that has brought paddlers, outdoor enthusiasts, manufacturers, and retailers together for years.

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A club member paddles a blue sea kayak on a Michigan river past fallen trees along the bank, seen from another kayak.