It all started when...

We moved to Vashon Island in 2011 and realized we had landed on an island paradise. There may not be palm trees and tropical breezes but the natural beauty and the sense of community is second to none. We knew we wanted to share the magic but protect the environment too.

Vashon Watersports was our first island business - kayak and standup paddle board rentals in Quartermaster Harbor. We offered guided tours, hourly rentals and classes in a protected harbor for all ages & experience levels.

Erin & Doug, Owners and curious explorers

In 2016 we partnered with King County Parks to offer primitive camping at Maury Island Marine Park. Beachfront campsites facing Mount Rainier offer breathtaking views amongst the madrone trees. We are thrilled that the pilot was a success and we will continue to offer camping for years to come.

2017 brought us back to terra firma with the opening of Vashon E-Bike offering a large rental fleet of electric bikes so more people could enjoy the island on 2 wheels, regardless of fitness level.

In 2018 we started our partnership with Argosy Cruises and Washington State Parks to provide kayaking at Blake Island State Park. Covid ended our outpost on Blake.

Vashon Adventures is where all the pieces came together in a single place. In 2020, we decided Vashon Adventures was a more accurate name so we rolled everything under the single moniker of pedal, paddle, camp.

2024 brings change; we closed our bike shop and turned our focus back to paddling and primitive camping.

Our 2024 Adventure Team

Our team is here to make your outdoor adventures fun and memorable. Our team will greet you with a smile and set you up with all the gear you need, provide instruction so you feel confident with your adventure.

**Lucy** Kayak Handler, Guide & Moon Jelly Enthusiast

Home from school at Macalester College in St. Paul, Minnesota, I am super excited to be at Vashon Adventures for my 4th summer! At the boathouse or on the water, I am happy to talk about my time in the Twin Cities, my interests in media, entertainment, and sports, or about my upcoming semester abroad in Seoul, South Korea. As a guide, I am interested in wildlife and the geography and history of the island, but I am always down to just chat and see where the tide takes us!

**Mia** Kayak Handler, Guide & Dog Petting Specialist

Returning in August! Hi everyone! I recently graduated from the University of Oregon and am stoked to be back on the island for my favorite season of the year!

My favorite place to be is outside whether it’s paddling, hiking, camping, or climbing! And I’m always down to talk all things music, sports, and animal related.

I’m pumped to be here this season and looking forward to seeing y’all at the boat house and bike shop!

**Ellis** Kayak Handler & Harbor Resident Expert

Hi everyone, I’m Ellis:) I’ve lived on Quartermaster Harbor my entire life and have grown up sailing, kayaking, and paddle boarding. I love being out in nature and enjoying our beautiful PNW summers. I hope you’ll come down to the boathouse where I can help you get out on the water!

**Ivy** Kayak Handler, Guide & Golf Cart Speed Racer

Hi, I’m Ivy! I’ve lived on vashon my whole life and love exploring the island, especially from the water! This is my 4th summer working at Vashon Adventures and I’m going to be a freshman at Cal Poly SLO in the fall. Come see me at the boathouse and I’d love to help you plan your next adventure, or just recommend a good place for lunch!

**Kate** Kayak Handler, Guide, dancer, Vashonite & Explorer

Hey everyone! I’m Kate and I’ve lived on Vashon my whole life. Since I was little I’ve loved exploring the woods and water and trying new things! I hope I can help spread love for the beautiful place we live in by getting people out on the water. So come visit me down at the boat house!

**Annie** Kayak Handler, Vashonite & Horse Whisperer

Hi everyone I’m Annie! I’ve grown up on Vashon and love the outdoors especially when I get to spend it on my farm with my horses! I love nothing more than to spend quality time out on the water with all the different kinds of marine life. This is my first summer working at Vashon Adventures and I’m so excited, I can’t wait to see you on the water!

**Sailor** Kayak Handler & Paddle Perfectionist

Hi! I’m Sailor, I live on Vashon, and I love spending time outdoors. I enjoy hiking, paddle boarding, tennis, and anything in the sun. I’m super excited to be joining the team at Vashon Adventures this summer, and can’t wait to see you on the water!