Paddlefish Adventures

02/20/2026

Hello Friends!

Winter is coming to a close so we are busy preparing for spring! We are excited to announce some awesome programs this summer. However, before we proceed, we have a favor to ask you.

What could it be, you ask? We need approximately 1800 vibrantly colored glass bottles in any shape or size, even mason jars will work. No clear glass needed!

In exchange for your contribution, we are offering hugs, a beer riverside, discounts on Paddlefish gear or complimentary rentals.

We appreciate you. Thanks for helping us make beautiful things!

09/26/2025

08/23/2025

Beautiful night paddle last night. Dark skies, beavers, jumping fish, and good friends! Join us on an adventure soon

08/19/2025

I spotted an Argiope aurantia spider outside the visitor center at Paddlefish Adventures.

The black and yellow garden spider is commonly known for its distinctive coloring. These spiders typically breed twice a year. Males wander in search of a female, building a small web near or even in her web. To court the females, they pluck strands of her web. When approaching the female, the male often has a safety drop line ready in case she becomes aggressive. The male uses the palpal bulbs on his pedipalps to transfer s***m to the female. After inserting the second palpal bulb, the male usually dies and is sometimes consumed by the female.

The Date Night package with Paddlefish Adventures is a far more enjoyable method of courtship. Book your romantic date now at www.paddlefishadventures.com

08/19/2025

A couple of Paddlefish Adventurers exploring the Dalles of the Saint Croix River. They are up on a beautiful one day vacation from southern MN

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08/16/2025

We were honored to be part of the program! David took these amazing heros out for a night paddle on the beautiful Saint Croix River. They explored the the back channels between Osceola and Marine on Saint Croix on a silent Thursday evening while listening to bard owls and beaver tail slaps. The sky above was clear with vibrant stars and eerie heat lightning of a mid August night.

Consider a donation to Warrior Bonfire Program. Learn more at warriorbonfireprogram.org

08/16/2025

These guys aren’t afraid of a little rain!

We get it, everyone wants to have the perfect vacation day out on the river, but from what I’ve learned from spending nearly 45 years out in the wilderness (thanks Mom and Dad) is that the perfectly sunny days aren’t always the most memorable.

Some of my earliest memories are hiking through the trails along the north shore in mist and fog so thick that it soaks you to the core, paddling with my sisters and cousin in the boundary waters far behind my parents because we are too busy singing in the rain to paddle in a straight line, and waking up in a soaked sleeping bag because the campsite flooded during the night.

Don’t let the weather keep you from going on a grand adventure. Sometimes it’s the things that seem a little uncomfortable that are actually the best stories and memories later on in life.

08/03/2025

The last full moon of the summer is this coming Saturday. There are still tickets available. This is truly the most magical way to see the most magical way to see the river. The mosquitoes are not bad while we are on the water!!! And I will expertly and safely guide you down the riverway. Read the article from Greg Seitz of Saintcroix360 about our experience during the last full moon. He summed up the experience rather nicely! Hope you can join us!

Canoeing under the full moon.

08/01/2025

Despite the wildfire smoke, it was still a wonderful day out on the water!

07/30/2025

We love evening adventures! It’s the best time to be out on the river. You escape the heat, the crowds, and see much more wildlife. And no! The mosquitoes aren’t bad when you are out on the water.

As we move into August the sun is setting earlier everyday. Select the 4pm timeslot on our webpage to experience a great evening! On Thursdays and Fridays we offer “date night” packages where we will set everything up for you for a perfect night on the river. Dinner from Watershed Cafe, cooler, picnic blanket, and a bottle of wine! All you need to do is show up.

Shown here is a picture taken just last night of a lovely family arriving at Osceola landing after a perfect Birthday celebration paddle

Don’t see what you want on our website? Feel free to reach out so we can set you up with the perfect trip!

Happy adventures!