Blackwater Paddle & Peddle Adventures

My fiancée and I found the shop that hosts Blackwater Paddle and Peddle and found ourselves in for multiple unexpected treats. First, we walked into the small building and it was like stepping back in time 200 years or so. Jay took the time to indulge our interest in the old store which was carefully restored to include artifacts of the Harriet Tubman era. He also recounted the story associated with the pivotal event in Harriet Tubman’s life that happened there. Turns out that property has been his family for 5 generations.
Our next treat was getting Susan as our driver to the kayak drop off and pick up sites. She has all the sweetness and kindness you could ever want in a tour guide and made us feel right at home. Her twinkly blue eyes and energy masked her age well and she gave us a great history of the area.
Our paddle on the Transquaking River was glassy and the paddling leisurely. The kayaks themselves were extremely comfortable compared to other kayaks we have rented. There were several adjustments on the seat to make sure your legs weren’t falling asleep and your back wasn’t unsupported or getting prematurely tired. About 2 ¼ hours or relaxation and rejuvenation. We saw 10 Bald Eagles, at least 20 Great Blue Heron, an Osprey with a fresh fish kill, several jumping fish and an otter. Susan picked us up right on time. She told us that she tries to time and space her paddlers to go where no one has been that day — or at least the last few hours — so that the wildlife was not scared away already. That’s the kind of detail and service that wins fans like us.