Our club
Founded in 2019 by Michigan paddlers who wanted more than short, easy paddles and crowded liveries.
Our story
West Michigan Kayaking Club was founded in 2019 by Brad De Young and Tim Postma. They built a structured adventure club for paddlers who wanted more than short, easy paddles and crowded liveries — people who want to paddle farther and explore deeper.
What we focus on
- Long-distance paddling
- Endurance events
- River exploration
- Kayak camping
- Hike-and-paddle trips
- Skill building
What Members Are Saying
See real member stories from paddlers who have joined West Michigan Kayaking Club on the water.
Club journal
Stories, river history and conservation news from the club.
Affiliation
How we relate to other Michigan paddling groups.
Membership is free
Sign the member agreement and pick a trip. Agreements renew every January 1.
Become a member