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Welcome to our new Blog!

A new website, and a new blog, and of course new boats!  
We're ready to launch into the new season this memorial day weekend.  We are entering our 23rd year operating the River Cruise, and the 11th year for the Bass River Kayaks!  


We look forward to posting fun photos, videos, and stories as they unfold on the Bass River! Browse our site: CapeCodKayaking.com, CapeCodRiverCruise.com for more information.


Have fun photos from past trips?  Send a message to RiverCruiseKayak@gmail.com with your .jpg pictures, and we'll include them on our website!


Happy cruising and paddling!


The Smith Family



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