Kayaking Blog | First Coast Outfitters

As any Florida kayaking veteran will tell you, paddling isn’t just an exciting pastime—it’s also a serious workout. An hour of vigorous paddling will help you burn about 600 calories, engaging muscles all over the body as you propel yourself through the water and work to keep your balance. [Read more]

If you’re a true paddling fanatic, you’re in the water until the sun goes down, but what about staying out even later? Though the ocean waves can seem much more intimidating after the sun has set over Jacksonville, kayaking at night can be an excitingly eerie experience—provided you take the right precautions, of course. [Read more]

Accessibility is part of what makes kayaking such a popular sport. Regardless of your age, fitness and skill, paddling can be an enjoyable experience, even on your first time out. But if you find yourself drawn to kayaking as a hobby or hope to make the most of that next Jacksonville kayak tour, it helps to have a few pointers from someone who spends a lot of time on the water. [Read more]

Living near the ocean has its perks. We have countless opportunities to make the most of Florida kayaking, from Jacksonville tours to serious surfing, but paddle junkies and landlubbers alike can agree on one thing: the seafood is pretty awesome. [Read more]

Even during the coldest months, it can feel like we’re above the threat of hypothermia when kayaking in Florida, but taking a spill in the chilly winter waters can be a rude awakening. The water temperature at Jacksonville Beach dips well below 60 degrees in January and February, cold enough to threaten us with hypothermia and yes, even “cold water shock”. But never fear—by making the right preparations and knowing the potential dangers, you can safely kayak in Jacksonville year round. [Read more]