It was a camping trip that made me realize I needed a kayak. It seemed a waste to not go on the water when the back of the camper was almost touching it.
Shortly after, I fished a local Kayak tournament, then upgraded to a Hobie PA12…my life hasn't been the same since. I fish as much as possible, write about it when I have time (retired last year, so should have more time), and am doing all I can to get as many people as I can on the water – especially the grandkids.
After 29 years as a mfg engineer, I am looking forward to pedaling all the local waters…and still fishing as many tournaments as I can attend.
I live about an hour from Nashville. The kayak fishing in this area is incredible. the is so much water within 2 hours of here – crazy amounts within three hours – some of the best fishing in the US.

Tennessee has a collection of ten local groups spread across the state that fall under the KAST (Kayak Angler Society of Tennessee…https://www.facebook.com/groups/893710597411097). It is an excellent grass roots organization that allows many anglers the chance to try their skills out against other anglers of all levels.
…..this is the best way to describe it.

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Our club tries to have events that teach, while also showcasing different kayaks. And if anyone wants to get in a Hobie, I make myself available to put folks in one…the rest takes care of itself.