Frank out on the East Bay of Lake Superior, on a stand-up paddleboard.

Stand Up Paddle Boards are on display in the store and the staff has been out in the East Bay trying them out. Yes, the water is cold but once you get the hang of the boards, all that gets wet are your feet so it is not as bad as it sounds. I was up on a board last week and if I can get out and stay dry, anyone can get out and stay dry.

We have demo days scheduled in July using both the Grand Marais harbor and Devil Track Lake:

• Saturday, July 2nd, 1:00 – 5:00 PM. Grand Marais City Campground Beach
• Saturday, July 9th, 1:00 – 5:00 PM. Grand Marais City Campground Beach
• Tuesday, July 19th, 4:00 – 8:00 PM. Devil Track Landing
• Saturday, August 6th, 1:00 – 5:00 PM. Grand Marais City Campground Beach

If it’s not demo time while you’re here, come on in and rent a board to give it a try – although we do encourage you to get familiar with the boards on an inland lake where the water is quite a bit warmer.

Private instruction for SUP is available at $35 per person per hour. That rate also applies if you want to take a rental out on Lake Superior – for your safety, you’ll need go with a Stone Harbor Wilderness Supply Instructor. Otherwise, one of the area’s inland lakes is a great place to start!

Rental Rates:

• Half-Day SUP/Paddle/Life Vest Package :: $25
• Full-Day SUP/Paddle/Life Vest Package :: $40