Things to Know

Woman kayaks in an inflatable kayak with a black lab dog standing on the bow of the boat.

What to Look for in a Kayak

Kayaking is as much an outing as it is a low-impact exercise activity. And with so many natural wonders to explore across the United States’ various system of rivers, lakes,...
May 30, 2023
Woman kayaking with dog

Paddle Pals: Tips for Kayaking with Your Dog

Looking for another pet-friendly activity to do with your canine companion? Kayaking can be a great way to spend time with your dog while doing something you both love -...
May 30, 2023
Woman picks kayak up out of muddy water before cleaning

How to Clean & Protect a Kayak

Kayaking might just be your favorite weekend activity — but cleaning your kayak? Not so much. Still, you don’t want to be *that* person. You know, the one that shows...
May 29, 2023
Man packrafts across turquoise water near a natural rock formation on a clear and sunny day

Kokopelli is Your Partner In Adventure

We exist with the overarching purpose of making it easier for you to get out and explore nature. We’re also committed to cultivating a community of passionate and inclusive packrafters...
May 24, 2023
Young woman in sunglasses and baseball cap paddles in a kayak filled with bags to show the concept of kayak weight capacity.

Kayaking Safety 101: How Much Weight Can a Kayak Hold?

Total weight capacity is something you should take into consideration when heading out to paddle. The heavier the boat the more weight you have to paddle around and the less...
Gray kayak with skeg rests on the shoreline

What is a Skeg for a Kayak & Why is It Important?

Skegs are not something you see on a kayak unless it’s out of the water. But these often-overlooked and unseen components of kayaks serve an essential function: stabilization. Not all...
Young smiling couple wearing sunglasses paddles individual kayaks together

Learn the Basics of How to Kayak Paddle the Right Way

Kayaking is a fantastic way to get out and explore the great outdoors. Whether it’s leisure kayaking in still water, like an estuary or inlet, river kayaking in rapids, or...
Boat patch repair kit to fix kayak holes includes patches, epoxy, and a valve wrench.

DIY Guide: How to Repair a Hole in Your Inflatable Kayak

Think kayak repair is simple? You’re not entirely wrong. The process of repairing a kayak hole itself isn’t rocket science. But in researching how to patch a hole in a...
April 28, 2023
Middle-aged couple with red life vests sits in an aqua tandem kayak.

What is a Tandem Kayak and Why Should You Try One?

Tandem kayaks are just kayaks that have two seats instead of the standard one seat. A kayak with one seat, of course, is known as an individual kayak, or often,...
Man steps into kayak in shallow water

How to Get in and Out of a Kayak Safely on a Shoreline vs. at a Dock

Getting in and out of a kayak is something that some new kayakers won’t even think about – until they’re actually faced with the task of climbing on board –...
April 28, 2023
What I keep in my Deck Pack

What I keep in my Deck Pack

What I Keep in my Deck Pack The Delta Deck Pack has been an awesome edition to my packrafting kit. It’s a fully waterproof dry bag with an airtight zipper...
What To Bring for a Packraft Fishing Trip

What To Bring for a Packraft Fishing Trip

Fishing is a time to relish in the moment of the catch, but you should be prepared. It’s good to know what to bring for a packraft fishing trip.
November 21, 2022