The Paddler’s Guide to the 2026 Chicago River Dyeing

If you’ve ever wanted to literally float through a bowl of shamrock-colored soup, Saturday, March 14, 2026, is your day. After our 2024 paddle, I can tell you there is no better way to experience Chicago’s biggest party than from the waterline. The 2026 Logistics Since St. Patrick’s Day falls on a Tuesday this year,…

5 Essential Tips to Prepare for Your First SUP Yoga Class

If you’re excited about taking your yoga practice to the water, SUP (Stand-Up Paddleboard) Yoga is a fun, refreshing way to connect with nature while challenging your balance and flexibility. However, if you’re new to SUP Yoga, a little preparation can go a long way in ensuring your first class is smooth sailing. Here are…

Paddle Boarding The Chicago River On St. Patrick’s Day

  Chicago River is the most well-known river dyed on St. Patrick’s Day with several other cities trying to copy not only the color but the experience. Many cities have tried only a handful have succeeded with Chicago being the first successful river dying in 1962 one year after Savannah, Georgia’s coloring washed away due…

How to Paddle Board the Chicago River

The Chicago River has transformed over the years, especially in the mid-2000s when the project to rework the Chicago River waterfront by adding a 25-foot-wide pedes­tri­an space called the Chica­go River­walk. The plans to expand this river walk are ever evolving creating one of the most visited parts of the city since its 6 blocks…