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Canoe and Kayak Rentals
Looking for a kayak or canoe rental on the Fox River (Aurora, North Aurora, Batavia-Illinois). Be sure to check out our friends at Howling Wolfe Canoe and Kayak! They also offer lessons and guided tours.
You can view their website here - Howling Wolfe Canoe and Kayak
If you find yourself in the Red River Gorge geological area (Daniel Boone National Forest), be sure to visit SUP Kentucky for their famous Underground Cavern Glow Tour!
You can view their website and tours here - SUP Kentucky
Lodging
BedRock (Slade, KY)-
The lodge is located close to world-class climbing and some of the most beautiful hiking in Kentucky. Their cozy accommodations and community space provide a one-of-a-kind experience in The Red. Whether you are visiting for a few nights or a week, they invite you to enjoy their beautiful property. BedRock is the place to enjoy the community you will love and deserve.
Above the Clouds Hostel (Suches, GA)-
Conveniently located in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, just 1.3 miles west of the Appalachian Trail crossing at Woody Gap and 2.4 miles west of the crossing at Gooch Gap on the corner of State Highway 60 and Cooper Gap Rd. (Forest Service Rd. 42)
They offer the following services: Lodging (private and bunks), laundry, showers, meals, shuttling, food resupply, slackpacking, and WiFi.
Podcasts
Michigan Pathways-
We are pleased to announce our partnership with Michigan Pathways, a Michigan-based podcast that focuses on safety and bringing great information to those beginning their outdoor and backcountry journey. Each week they bring great information to you on a weekly podcast pertaining to current issues and topics as it relates to outdoor travel.
Join your host John as he shares information on all that Michigan has to offer in regard to outdoor adventuring. John also does a great job of sharing general information for beginners such as first aid, gear, meal prep, safety, and general tips.
You can find the Michigan Pathways podcast on most podcast apps, or specifically on Spotify below.
Outdoor Content & Education
Hiking and Fishing
Hikingandfishing.com is a resource for beginners to intermediate adventurers who are looking for advice, gear, or locations for hiking, backpacking, snowshoeing, backcountry skiing, climbing, and more.
Their goal is to make useful information accessible to everyone looking to spend time in the wilderness, trying a new sport, or develop a new passion. They provide trail maps, directions, stories, videos, photography, equipment, and even apparel.
