The CrawDaddy Experience

If you are ready for a new shopping experience, come check out the 2010 Main Street Iowa Business of the Year with our three level retail store in downtown Waverly.  In 2012, we were recognized as the Johnson Outdoors Dealer of the Year and the Necky Kayak Dealer of the Year for the Dunkin Lewis Territory.

We have one of Iowa's largest selection of kayaks, backpacking and camping gear, Lodge cooking gear, tents, trailers, Yakima bike and kayak vehicle racks and much more!  We also have a great selection of fun and technical outdoor apparel from the  North Face, Mountain Hardware, Marmot, Ex Officio, OR, Merrell & many more.  We also offer kayak demos, clinics, and adventure trips.  Come let our experienced staff help you choose the gear to enhance your outdoor experience!

Kayoga

Our first kayoga event is tomorrow, Saturday, April 13 on the Shell Rock River.  Kayaking with some yoga makes for a fun event.     Register and pay with Field of Yoga

April 13 - Shell Rock River (Clarksville to Shell Rock)

June 8 - Iowa River (Iowa Falls to Eagle City Access)

August 10 - Cedar River (Charles City to Nashua)

Marsh Migrations

Paddling at Sweet Marsh near Tripoli in the spring is a great way to see a ton of migrating birds.  Sandhill cranes, pelicans, ducks, geese, swans and other great wildlife can be seen on this trip. 

$10 need a boat, $5 bring your own boat.

Must call and reserve your spot.

Kayak Demo Days

Ready to buy but not sure which one? Come to a demo day and try them all. Our updated demo fleet has all the latest models including kayaks you don’t even need a paddle for!

We also provide opportunities to try various paddle and life jacket styles so that your kayak, paddle and PFD are the best fit for you.

No reservations needed.

Demo days may be cancelled due to inclement weather. 

April  25    Avenue of the Saints Lake  6 pm – 8 pm

Directions: From junction of Hwy 3 and 218, go west ½ mile towards Shell Rock, turn left on Aspen Ave., go south until you run into the lake.

April 20  Hickory Hills County Park – Dysart  10 am – 2 pm

Special Demo Day – Current Design Kayak and Wenonah Canoe

Come to the once a year Demo from the factory rep from Wenonah Canoe and Current Design Kayaks.

April  25    Avenue of the Saints Lake  4 pm – 7 pm

Directions: From junction of Hwy 3 and 218, go west ½ mile towards Shell Rock, turn left on Aspen Ave., go south until you run into the lake.

Red Rock Reservoir Kayaking Trip

Join us for an early spring paddle trip to Iowa's largest body of water. We will be camping at the new paddle in campsite at Lake Red Rock.

April 26-28

$225

(Includes transportation, all meals, guided experience, any gear you need to borrow for trip)