Brew City Blog

The Hidden Kayaking Gem of Louisiana Kayaking during the winter months in North America can be challenging in most of the upper half of the continent where tempratures are often freezing. That’s why it is important to seek out the hidden gems of kayaking tours and find them wherever they may be. We were lucky…

Looking for something to do this Winter? Come down to Louisiana and jump on a New Orleans Kayak Swamp and Plantation Tour. The weather is fantastic and culture is unmatched. Plus, airfare from Milwaukee to Louis Amrmstrong Airport is always in the $200 range. Five Reasons You Should Visit New Orleans This Winter. It’s always…

We had a fabulous first year at Brew City Kayak and just wanted to thank each and every one of you who came out kayaking on the Milwaukee River. Not only was it a hot Summer, but it was a windy one as well. Luckily that wind always keeps everyone cool down by the river…

Give the Gift of Adventure This Holdiay Season! Our Brew City Kayak Gift Card is a great choice for outdoor enthusiasts who love to be on the beautiful waterways of Milwaukee! Give them for holidays, birthdays, leader and volunteer appreciation, advancement recognition, and more. Loaded with the dollar value you select, this gift card is redeemable for online bookings…

Kayaking in Milwaukee: Shedding Light on Milwaukee’s Lighthouses The Great Lakes and Milwaukee River have played pivotal roles in the formation and growth of Milwaukee as a community and a city. As such, boats and barges have long – utilized the city’s waterways and access to Lake Michigan for a multitude of uses. While we now…

Have Camera, Will Kayak: Brew City Kayak’s Top 5 Photo Locations Hoan Bridge The most inviting sight you’ll see from Brew City Kayak’s dock, but even better from the water. The Hoan Bridge is Milwaukee’s gateway to Lake Michigan, and a photo you won’t want to pass up. You might even see a Great Lakes…

This Friday, July 27th 2018, is a day astronomy enthusiasts and avid sky-watchers have long awaited. Not only is a total lunar eclipse taking place, but Mars will also be bright and large in the sky as the Mars opposition simultaneously occurs! Sound like something you might like to see and learn more about? Luckily, Brew…

1. The Daniel Hoan Memorial Bridge This iconic tied-arch bridge, named after one of Milwaukee’s longest serving mayors, is 120′ tall, 1.9 miles long, and spans the Milwaukee harbor. It doesn’t get much more Milwaukee than this.   2. Riversculpture! On the Riverwalk Up to 20 different sculptures featuring local, regional, and national artists line…

So instead of offering Milwaukee Kayak Rentals everyday of the Summer, we’ve decided to offer Full Moon Paddles once a month as well! Yes, we are so absolutely excited to offer this we can barely contain ourselves. Come spend quality time relaxing on the water with family, friends or treat your date to a romantic…

As the first big Milwaukee Kayaking weekend of the season apporaches, it’s important to take a few things into consideration when picking a launching destination. Renting or Bringin Your Own? Make sure your equipment checks out. We have some of the finest Milwaukee kayak and SUP rentals. Parking – We’ve got it and it’s FREE!…

Milwaukee is known for long winters, but snowstorms in April make them extra long. As most people, the best way to make it through a winter is to plan what you will be doinig once it gets warm. Kayaking, Paddleboarding, Wake Boarding, Sailing, really anything involved with water. Fortunately for us, we do get one…