What we’re about
For kayakers in and around the Fox Valley area .
If you are looking to get out and meet others that share your passion for kayaking and canoeing, join Fox Valley Kayakers. Together we can explore the Fox Valley area waterways. Everyone is welcome to join, no matter how much experience you have.
We encourage you to be aware of your ability when signing up for a paddle. You are responsible for your safety. You are encourage to wear a PFD and possibly a helmet.
Stewardship of our waterways is important. Do not liter, respect landowners property and clean up liter when possible.
If you have any questions or concerns, call or email the leadership team. We are happy to meet new people that share our passion. Our goal is to bring kayakers and canoers together to socialize, educate and have fun.
We welcome you to join the Fox Valley Kayakers. If you chose to do so, we request a photo and your name so that our event host can identify you. This will assist the event host and other participants when you attend the event.
- Martin
**Labels below can be used to describe your paddling level**
Beginner = paddles under 10 miles, no obstacles anticipated, current favorable, water temperatures favorable
Intermediate = paddles 10+ miles, possible obstacles or stronger currents. Water temps may be low if early season date.
Advanced = paddles 10+ miles, &/or challenging currents or conditions (weather, water temps, etc.). May also include multiple day trips with camping.
Upcoming events
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YMCA Kayak session I
Kettle Moraine YMCA/ Early Learning Child Care, 1111 W Washington St, West Bend, WI, US### In partnership with the West Bend YMCA, we are pleased to provide these extensive kayaking class sessions. More info can be found from our webpage: https://silentwake.com/ymca-kayak-pool-classes/
Target audience for this class:
Perfect for entry level paddlers, anyone interested in taking their kayaking to the next level, and those who wish to become more experienced through expert guidance and practice. Adults and older youth would be ideal for our kayaks/life vests.
Why winter pool sessions?
Pool sessions are a perfect location to learn, practice, and perfect your kayaking skills. In the controlled environment of a pool, individuals of all skill levels can safely learn and master the art of kayaking. Sessions are designed to build knowledge from one to the next. Attendance at all sessions is recommended.
What is included?
These classes will have a combination of both classroom and pool training. A total of 12 hours worth of training/experience!! The four part class will incorporate three of our core kayaking sessions: Kickstart, Essentials, and our Rescue class.
Use of our kayaks/gear will be incorporated into the classes. All training material will be provided on the first day.To register/pay - Via the YMCA PAGE (once available)
### There are three session dates to choose from:
### 2026 season: Sat from 1- 4PM and Sun Noon - 3PM
### Session 1: Feb 14/15, Feb 21/22
### Session 2: Feb 28/Mar 1, Mar 7/8
### Session 3: Mar 21/22, 28/29
Cost - $175 per/person (a normal cost of $210 if all three classes taken separately). Participants need NOT to be a YMCA member. Class size limited to 6. Feel free to reach out to us with any questions.
#kayaking #kayak #YMCA #poolsessions1 attendee - $150.00
YMCA Kayak session II
Kettle Moraine YMCA/ Early Learning Child Care, 1111 W Washington St, West Bend, WI, US### In partnership with the West Bend YMCA, we are pleased to provide these extensive kayaking class sessions. More info can be found from our webpage: https://silentwake.com/ymca-kayak-pool-classes/
Target audience for this class:
Perfect for entry level paddlers, anyone interested in taking their kayaking to the next level, and those who wish to become more experienced through expert guidance and practice. Adults and older youth would be ideal for our kayaks/life vests.
Why winter pool sessions?
Pool sessions are a perfect location to learn, practice, and perfect your kayaking skills. In the controlled environment of a pool, individuals of all skill levels can safely learn and master the art of kayaking. Sessions are designed to build knowledge from one to the next. Attendance at all sessions is recommended.
What is included?
These classes will have a combination of both classroom and pool training. A total of 12 hours worth of training/experience!! The four part class will incorporate three of our core kayaking sessions: Kickstart, Essentials, and our Rescue class.
Use of our kayaks/gear will be incorporated into the classes. All training material will be provided on the first day.To register/pay - Via the YMCA PAGE (once available)
### There are three session dates to choose from:
### 2026 season: Sat from 1- 4PM and Sun Noon - 3PM
### Session 1: Feb 14/15, Feb 21/22
### Session 2: Feb 28/Mar 1, Mar 7/8
### Session 3: Mar 21/22, 28/29
Cost - $175 per/person (a normal cost of $210 if all three classes taken separately). Participants need NOT to be a YMCA member. Class size limited to 6. Feel free to reach out to us with any questions.
#kayaking #kayak #YMCA #poolsessions1 attendee - $150.00
YMCA Kayak session III
Kettle Moraine YMCA/ Early Learning Child Care, 1111 W Washington St, West Bend, WI, US### In partnership with the West Bend YMCA, we are pleased to provide these extensive kayaking class sessions. More info can be found from our webpage: https://silentwake.com/ymca-kayak-pool-classes/
Target audience for this class:
Perfect for entry level paddlers, anyone interested in taking their kayaking to the next level, and those who wish to become more experienced through expert guidance and practice. Adults and older youth would be ideal for our kayaks/life vests.
Why winter pool sessions?
Pool sessions are a perfect location to learn, practice, and perfect your kayaking skills. In the controlled environment of a pool, individuals of all skill levels can safely learn and master the art of kayaking. Sessions are designed to build knowledge from one to the next. Attendance at all sessions is recommended.
What is included?
These classes will have a combination of both classroom and pool training. A total of 12 hours worth of training/experience!! The four part class will incorporate three of our core kayaking sessions: Kickstart, Essentials, and our Rescue class.
Use of our kayaks/gear will be incorporated into the classes. All training material will be provided on the first day.To register/pay - Via the YMCA PAGE (once available)
### There are three session dates to choose from:
### 2026 season: Sat from 1- 4PM and Sun Noon - 3PM
### Session 1: Feb 14/15, Feb 21/22
### Session 2: Feb 28/Mar 1, Mar 7/8
### Session 3: Mar 21/22, 28/29
Cost - $175 per/person (a normal cost of $210 if all three classes taken separately). Participants need NOT to be a YMCA member. Class size limited to 6. Feel free to reach out to us with any questions.
#kayaking #kayak #YMCA #poolsessions1 attendee 
Paddle the Bois Brule River
Stone's Bridge Landing, 9138 County Road S, Lake Nebagamon, WI, USJoin Jared and the Mad City Paddlers for a paddle on the gorgeous upper Bois Brule River. We'll put in at Stone's Bridge Landing and paddle at least to the Winneboujou Landing. This stretch is characterized by mostly calm flatwater (including three lakes) punctuated by riffles and a few short Class I rapids.
Anyone who wants to do a bit more whitewater is welcome to run the rest of the section from Winneboujou down to the campground. This 1.5 mile stretch has nearly continuous Class I whitewater with a Class II rapid known as Little Joe. They've apparently demolished the huge boulder in the middle of the channel, so this rapid is much less dangerous and difficult than it used to be. I will be taking out at Winneboujou no matter what to begin the post-paddle shuttling.
We will begin our shuttle from Stone's Bridge Landing at 10am sharp, so be unloaded and ready to shuttle at that time. If you are joining the caravan from Bois Brule Campground to the put-in, we will leave the park at 9am. You are welcome to leave later as long as you are there and ready to shuttle by 10am.
We will stop for lunch on an island or gravel bar, so bring a packed lunch with you on the river.
This trip is not suitable for beginners, but anyone with some moving water experience should be capable of running this section successfully. Any length boat is acceptable, but shorter boats will have an easier time in the riffles and rapids. Crossover boats with a deployable skeg are ideal for this section.
We will have a book-your-own site camping event at the Bois Brule Campground (aka Ranger Campground) in the Brule River State Forest, so you are welcome to book your own site now, especially if you want to bring a camper or RV or want to sleep in your car. I have space for 5 people on my site. View that event and RSVP on the Madison Area Outdoor Group Meetup. You will need a $5 one-time MAOG membership.
Check out the Google MyMap with points of interest and caravan, shuttle, and paddle routes for this trip: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=11ZI5exE0CHERjUV0rkvclFNAXhw&usp=sharing
View the Miles Paddled Report on this section here: https://milespaddled.com/bois-brule-river-i/
As always, failure to obey park rules or the direction of the event host will result in your removal from FVK.
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