Masonboro Paddle Company

08/22/2026

Had to share this!

07/16/2026

Hi everyone!

This post goes out to the new paddlers out there - and maybe some not-so new paddlers who need to hear this.

Remember that NC law says that all vessels have to have a Type III PFD (personal flotation device) for each person on said vessel, and the PFD must be worn while underway by all persons 12 years of age and under. (Except for large commercial vessels like ferries, but that’s not what we’re talking about here)

And paddle boards ARE vessels, so make sure you’ve got that PFD aboard.

The best place for the PFD while paddling is on your body, fitted properly so you’ll float if you go in the water, but again you merely have to have it on the vessel to comply with regulations.

Don’t want to wear a bulky PFD, especially when using a SUP? They make belts with CO2 inflation should you dump and need flotation.

Like a bike helmet or a seat belt, you may not think you’ll need it… until you need it.

I have gently reminded people I see at launch sites with no PFD’s that they risk a fine for not having one on board, and often they were merely ignorant of the rules, not intentionally breaking them. As a professional I feel obliged to let people know the rules, not just to avoid potential fines, but also to avoid something worse.

Stay safe out there! Help out newbies when you can, because no matter how much time we have clocked on the water, we’ve all been new at this at some point.

03/26/2026

Never crowded on Masonboro! Come kayaking!

03/26/2026

Glassy on the Cape Fear River this morning!

03/19/2026

You asked, we delivered!
Now available for rental - Wilderness Systems Tarpon 140 fishing kayaks.
Complete with rod holders and anchor systems!
Bring your tackle and get in the water!

03/14/2026

Sunrise over Masonboro Island!

03/10/2026

Beautiful spring day (even though it’s officially still winter).
Lots of shorebirds, watched dolphins in the surf and even a Bald Eagle sighting!

03/06/2026

Spring is starting to spring!

Head to the website and book a tour or rental to Masonboro or Shark Tooth Island!

Take a short paddle across the river to a dredge spoil island comprised of 30-40 million year old sea floor and the creatures associated with it. You may find shark's teeth, snails, coral, and other cool fossils from the Oligocene epoch. This is a 2-2.5 hour trip and ideal for kids 10 and up.

12/09/2025

A long way from our favorite NC beaches but Thailand did not disappoint!

11/08/2025

Fall colors - marsh edition.