Doggie Paddle: Paddleboarding with Your Pup in Essex, MD
Difficulty
easy
Duration
75 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; basic balance and stamina needed for paddling while managing your dog onboard.
Overview
Grab your dog and a paddleboard for a unique 75-minute guided tour on Sue Creek, Essex, Maryland! Learn the basics of SUP while your pup enjoys water play and treats after the paddle.
Doggie Paddle
SUP with your PUP! • Board Rental Included
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About This Adventure
Join a unique guided paddleboarding adventure with your dog this summer! Led by certified instructors, this 75-minute experience includes an introduction to SUP, a scenic paddle on Sue Creek, and playtime for your pup. Enjoy dog treats afterward, making it a memorable outing for both you and your furry friend!
This guided SUP with your PUP paddle adventure will keep both you and your furry friends smiling all summer long!
Our certified SUP instructors will lead this fun SUP excursion that is sure to keep everyone's tails wagging. The experience includes an introduction to the SUP board for both dogs and their owners, a brief introduction to SUP, a guided paddle on Sue Creek and a bit of play time as well! Plus, plenty of dog treats once you get back to the SUP shack!
Each excursion is 75 minutes total. We require all dogs have life jackets (bring your own) and also please bring water for yourself and your pup! Dogs of all ages, sizes and swimming ability are welcome- just please make sure your dog is friendly around other dogs!
We highly encourage the humans to have prior paddle board experience before registering for a Doggie Paddle. If you have never been on a board before, please consider joining one of our group lessons, offered every Saturday morning.
Adventure Tips
Bring a dog life vest
Ensure your dog’s safety on the water by using a properly fitted canine life vest.
Apply waterproof sunscreen
Protect yourself and your dog from sun exposure during your time on the creek.
Wear water-resistant footwear
Choose shoes that dry quickly and offer grip for stepping in and out of the water or on slippery docks.
Arrive 15 minutes early
Give yourself time for orientation and gear fitting before starting the paddleboarding session.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Great blue herons
- River otters
History
Sue Creek and its surroundings have long been cherished by local communities for fishing and small boat recreation dating back to the early 1900s.
Conservation
B’More SUP emphasizes leave-no-trace principles, encouraging paddlers to respect local wildlife and minimize plastic waste along Sue Creek.
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Recommended Gear
Dog life vest
Keeps your dog safe and buoyant while on the water.
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Water-resistant shoes
Provides grip and comfort when launching and exiting the paddleboard.
Sun-protective clothing
Protects against UV rays during sunny paddling sessions.
summer specific
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout your paddleboarding adventure.