Forests of the Red Duck: Canvasback's 250-Year Winter in San Pablo Bay
In the summer of 1775, a Spanish ship sailed into a bay no European vessel had ever entered. Its pilot, José de Cañizares, spent weeks sounding the shallows and...
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SAiC Mark Tag
From C-17 Crew Chief to Marketing Creative Strategist, SAiC Mark Tag is an Air Force Veteran who traded flight lines for lines of code. Now a full stack web developer and branding expert, Mark brings precision, discipline, and a flair for storytelling to every project he touches. With a passion for adventure and a deep respect for nature, he’s proud to help showcase the magic of Napa Valley Paddle through compelling marketing and content. When he’s not building websites or crafting brand strategies, you’ll find him performing live music on the big stage or at his church.
Sea Bean: The Taste of the Estuary
The plant we pick on every tour On every estuary tour, at some point I reach over the side of the kayak, pinch off a bright green stem, and hand it around. Pickleweed....
The Napa River Ain't Green Anymore
By Drew Dickson, Napa Valley Paddle
Tomales Bay Bioluminescence: What Happened, Why a Guide Matters, and the Magic Worth Protecting
A message from Napa Valley Paddle
Why “Opinions Vary” — And Why Stillness Matters
Listen to the Andrew Dickson on KQED
Access over Opulence: How Modern Travelers Are Redefining Luxury
Luxury travel is no longer defined by five-star hotels, endless amenities, or over-the-top indulgence. Instead, a growing number of travelers — particularly Millennials...
Include Napa Valley Paddle in Your Tomales Bay Day Trip
Escape the City. Discover a Hidden Natural Wonderland Just 90 Minutes North of San Francisco. Tucked between Point Reyes National Seashore and the golden hills of Marin...