Snakes in the Louisiana Swamp: What to Know (and Why Not to Worry)
Let me guess why you’re reading this. You want to paddle a Louisiana swamp, the idea sounds incredible, and then some corner of your brain goes: wait, snakes. I hear it on the phone all the time. A guest gets quiet at the put-in, scans the water, and finally asks the real question they came…
What to Do If You See an Alligator While Kayaking
Here’s the thing nobody tells first-time paddlers: seeing an alligator on a swamp trip is the goal, not the emergency. You came out here to see one. And almost every single time you do, nothing happens at all. The gator clocks you, decides you’re too big and too weird to bother with, and slides off…
Do Alligators Attack Kayaks? The Honest Answer for Paddlers
I get this question in the parking lot before we even reach the water, usually from someone who booked the trip and then spent the night before reading horror stories. Do alligators attack kayaks? It’s a fair thing to be scared of. It’s also, mostly, the wrong thing to be scared of. So here’s the…
Navigating the Winter Waters of New Orleans: A Unique Kayak Fishing Experience
Embracing the Chilled Serenity Embark on a Winter Kayak Fishing Adventure As the temperatures in New Orleans take a dip, don’t stow away your fishing gear just yet. The winter months unveil a different side of the city, offering avid anglers a unique opportunity for kayak fishing in New Orleans that promises serenity amidst the…
Is it Safe to Kayak with Alligators?
When it comes to kayaking in the great outdoors, there are few experiences that can rival the sense of adventure and connection with nature it provides. Paddling through serene waters, taking in the beauty of the surrounding landscape, and encountering wildlife can be truly exhilarating. However, if you’re considering kayaking in areas where alligators are…