Touring Starkweather Creek: If you’re looking for a recreational paddle near Madison, there are better options than Starkweather Creek. But if you consider (or reconsider, I suppose) and categorize Starkweather Creek as an urban transportation route, (which in its…
Canoecopia 2020’s Show Guide has landed and is available for download on Canoecopia.com. This year, not only is Timothy giving two talks, but friend and family of Miles Paddled, Mr. Craig Charles is speaking too. Educator, author, adventurer, and the…
Canoecopia 2019 is behind us and yet again, it didn’t disappoint. Timothy gave four excellent talks on two different topics, which rest assured, were equal parts educational and entertaining. He also sold and signed a bunch of guidebooks –…
Canoecopia 2019 is upon us and this year’s Show Guide is available for download on Canoecopia.com. This year, we’ll be keeping busy throughout all three days of the event. Not only is Timothy giving three talks on two different…
This year’s event was much improved as far as designated unloading spots and longer-term parking (available at the adjacent Care Wisconsin lot). The clouds were a bit ominous after a morning drizzle which surely kept some people from paddling,…
The annual Fools’ Flotilla – an event to raise awareness of the work of the Wisconsin River Alliance – is this Sunday, June 10th. Last year, the first family of Miles Paddled took part and we had a blast! Take…
Canoecopia 2018 has come to a close, but man did we have a great time this year. Timothy gave two excellent talks which based on all the wonderful feedback, were very well-received. This was one of my favorite shows…
Hey, check it out, Miles Paddled will be represented once again at Canoecopia 2018! That’s right, Timothy will be giving not one but two talks at the big show. Download the 2018 Canoecopia Show Guide here for full details…
We want to extend a huge and heartfelt thanks to those who came out to Rutabaga Thursday night. The attendance was far greater than we could’ve imagined. Your support and enthusiasm left us feeling like rock stars (once again)…
Hey all, we’ll be spending the evening of November 9th, at Rutabaga Paddlesports in lovely Monona, Wisconsin, to talk about the book, the website and paddling in general. The fun starts at 6 and here are the rest of the details:…
Touring Cherokee Marsh in Dane County: Quietwater enthusiasts love Cherokee Marsh for its abundant wildlife and acres of no-wake water. On various days in the marsh, you might spot sandhill cranes, geese, ducks, bullfrogs, eastern painted turtles and carp…
On June 11th, we participated in the 7th Annual Fools’ Flotilla, an event created to bring awareness to the (great) work that the River Alliance of Wisconsin does. Timothy volunteered to help keep boats in line while Barry, Emilie and…
We wanted to give a huge thank you and shout-out to Bill for hosting the first ever Paddlepalooza at the Malt House to benefit the River Alliance of Wisconsin. We had a great time, met some wonderful people, sold some…
Hey all, we’re thrilled to be part of an event to benefit the River Alliance of Wisconsin being put on by Bill and the Malt House! Proceeds from sales of Restoration Cider will go directly to the Alliance. The…
In past years we’ve reviewed our visits to the “World’s Biggest Paddling Expo” that is Canoecopia – and while this year is no different, it’s totally different. Because this year, we were invited to speak at the show which was not only a…
News for some, a reminder for others… we’ll be at Canoecopia next weekend to present a talk on Timothy’s new paddling guide, “Canoeing & Kayaking South Central Wisconsin: 60 Paddling Adventures Within 60 Miles of Madison”. Stop by and say…
It’s time to start planning for one of our favorite non-paddling weekends of the year. That’s right, the 2017 Canoecopia Show Guide is out and available for download on Canoecopia.com. This year is a little extra special for us as…
Touring Governor’s Island on Lake Mendota in Dane County: A quick lark of a lake paddle to make the most of a winter’s day and take in the phenomena of the season before the water freezes and the air temperature…
Touring the Lake Waubesa Wetlands in Dane County: A pretty network of backwater sloughs and spring-fed streams to explore, the Lake Waubesa Wetlands are an interesting local diversion, conveniently located just fifteen minutes from downtown Madison. Rating: ☆ ☆…
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The wish book for paddlers has arrived! That's right, the 2016 Canoecopia Show Guide is available for download here. Time to start planning your days at one of our favorite weekends of the year...…
Clocking in at 62 miles long, the Yahara River has three identities: the upper, the chain of lakes and the lower...…
When one plan is stymied, Token Creek is always there. However, it wasn't much fun or a notably great paddle but here's a video of our trip down Token Creek anyway...…
Token Creek County Park to Cherokee Park: When one plan is stymied, Token Creek is always there. However, if you’re going to attempt this section, keep in mind the wind factor that will make for a difficult go of…