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Life Jacket vs PFD: Understanding the New 2025 Coast Guard Rules

Life Jackets on the wall at Riverbound Sports with the banner for Riverbound Safety Series - Understanding the new 2025 Coast Guard Rules

Confused about the difference between a PFD and a life jacket? With the U.S. Coast Guard’s 2025 update replacing the old Type II and Type III system with new Performance Levels, it’s the perfect time to understand what keeps you safest on the water.

Stay Safe on the Water with Strava’s Beacon Feature

Riverbound Sports Safety Series banner for Strava Beacon in Orange.

Paddling with Strava’s Beacon adds an extra layer of safety to every adventure. By sharing your live location with trusted contacts, friends, and family can track your journey in real time—even if they don’t use Strava. It’s a simple peace of mind that lets you focus on the water while knowing someone always has your back.

5th Annual Holiday Paddle at Canyon Lake

Join us for the 5th Annual Holiday Paddle and Picnic at Canyon Lake! Come out and paddle in your festive Holiday gear! Decorate your board or kayak and pack a picnic! Whos’ up for a Polar Plunge? Meet at Boulder Recreation Site at 9:30 AM. Paddles wet by 10:00 AM. The route is always different […]

4th Annual Holiday Paddle at Canyon Lake

Join us for the 2nd Annual Holiday Paddle and Picnic at Canyon Lake! Come out and paddle in your festive Holiday gear! Decorate your board or kayak and pack a picnic! Whos’ up for a Polar Plunge? Meet at Boulder Recreation Site at 9:30 AM. Paddles wet by 10:00 AM. The route is always different […]

2nd Annual Holiday Paddle at Canyon Lake

Join us for the 2nd Annual Holiday Paddle and Picnic at Canyon Lake! Come out and paddle in your festive Holiday gear! Decorate your board or kayak and pack a picnic! Meet at Acacia Recreation Site at 9:30 AM. Paddles wet by 10:00 AM. The route is always different depending on the wind and weather. […]

What lakes are open for paddling in Arizona

Kayaking Bartlett Lake in Arizona on the Aquaglide Deschutes inflatable kayak on a nice winter day.

UPDATE 6/30/2020 – Butcher Jones Recreation Site at Saguaro Lake will be closed until March 2021. This is due to the recent Bush Fire and an opportunity for the regrowth of ground cover to prevent possible flooding or landslides during the upcoming Monsoon and winter season. The Saguaro Lake Marina is still open. The Salt […]