CrawDaddy Outdoors

06/03/2026

What a beautiful day to be on the water!

We switched up our plans on what river we were paddling but the Boone River did not disappoint! Perfect water levels and the river to ourselves.

Join us on our next river trip!

https://crawdaddyoutdoors.com/adventure-trips

05/29/2026

🏔️ EXPERIENCE PERU
CrawDaddy Outdoors + DASH Adventures | January 17–26, 2027

Leave the tourist track behind!

Join us as we descend the Sacred Valley on ancient Incan trails most travelers never see — uncovering the history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes of one of the world's greatest civilizations. Explore iconic archaeological sites, savor local food and atmosphere, and immerse yourself in the peace of a world far removed from the everyday.

And then — the moment that makes it all unforgettable — Machu Picchu. The mountain-top refuge that hid from the Spanish Conquistadors for centuries, and still takes your breath away today.

✦ Off-the-beaten-path Incan trails
✦ Deep-dive history & cultural immersion
✦ Iconic Incan sites
✦ Local food, culture & atmosphere
✦ Machu Picchu
✦ Colored Mountains

Space is filling fast, only 2 spots remain — reserve yours today!

https://crawdaddyoutdoors.com/products/sacred-valley-trek-w-machu-picchu--colored-mountains

05/29/2026

Buy 1, Get 1 50% off all Life is Good products THIS Saturday during the Ames Farmer’s Market. CrawDaddy Outdoors - Ames 327 Main St, Ames, IA.

05/29/2026

Stop in during the Ames Main Street Farmers' Market this Saturday and check out our weekly in-store deal!

🎉 Buy 1, Get 1 50% off all Life is Good tees & hats
🗓 May 30

Valid in Ames store only on May 30 · Not valid on special orders.

05/28/2026

🛶 Tonight's the night! Join us for our first FREE kayak & paddle demo of the season!

Whether you've never touched a paddle or you've been researching your kayak purchase awhile, — this one's for you. We're bringing out 14+ kayaks ready to hit the water.

✅ Free
✅ All ages welcome
✅ No registration needed

⏰ 6-8pm
📍Avenue of the Saints Lake & Recreation Area, 2391 Atlas Ave, Shell Rock, IA

https://crawdaddyoutdoors.com/products/kayak-paddle-demo

See you out there!

05/26/2026

Join us for the first kayak demo night of the season THIS Thursday!

Our Waverly demo nights are FREE and make the perfect opportunity to try a variety of kayaks and see which one(s) you love!

⏰ 6-8pm
🗓️ May 28
📍Avenue of the Saints Lake, west of Waverly

No sign-up required. All ages and abilities welcome.

Join us the last Thursday of the month May - September, as we provide free kayak and paddle demos! Whether you’ve never sat in a kayak before or you’re looking to try a brand new model, this event is for you! We’ll have our demo fleet of 14+ kayaks onsite and ready to paddle. Registration: Fre...

05/22/2026

We will be closed for Memorial Day. We look forward to seeing you when we reopen on Tuesday, May 26!

05/22/2026

Stop in during the Ames Main Street Farmers' Market this Saturday and check out our weekly in-store deal!

🎉 Buy 1, Get 1 50% off all Apparel
🗓 May 23

Valid in Ames store only on May 23 · Not valid on special orders.

05/21/2026

🚣 BIG NEWS, Ames! 🌊

Kayak rentals are officially coming to Ada Hayden Heritage Park Lake — and we couldn't be more excited! CrawDaddy Outdoors is hitting the water starting Memorial Day! 🎉

📅 Open Memorial Day + Every Saturday & Sunday through Labor Day
⏰ 11am – 5pm

Choose your adventure:
🛶 Single kayaks
🛶🛶 Tandem kayaks
🚲 Pedal drive kayaks
🚣 Canoes
🏄 Stand-up paddleboards (SUPs)

Summer just got a whole lot more fun. See you on the water! 💦☀️

👉 crawdaddyoutdoors.com/rentals