Rowan Hale is a kayak travel and logistics writer who turned years of backpacking into practical guides for paddlers on the move. Rowan covers where to paddle, how to get there without a headache, and smart ways to store a boat in small spaces. Expect clear transit notes, renter-friendly storage tips, and destination pieces that balance local etiquette, weather windows, and simple safety checks, so you spend more time on the water and less time wrestling straps