About Us

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I was born and raised in Jacksonport, and had the rare opportunity of living in the only home on Logan Creek.  I spent most of my days running the creek shore and canoeing out to Clark Lake. I studied Limnology and Ecology at UW-Madison, and it really opened my eyes to the amazing  uniqueness of Door County and Lake Michigan.  

Since then I've worked as an environmental restoration project consultant for the USDA, and continue to be active in my families business, Mr. G's Supper Club.  Peninsula Kayak Company is my way of sharing my experience of Door County with folks that like to take the time and observe their surroundings.

I grew up in Ohio  and since leaving for college it has been my life's mission to take the time and explore the world at a slower pace whether by bicycle, skis or a kayak. Upon returning from an extended bike trip to the World Cup years ago I began my guiding career on a raft in Oregon. 

After traveling around the country, in search of adventure,  I fell in love with Door County's rugged splendor.  One visit here was all I needed before I was hooked, and found something I needed to share with the rest of the world.  What I love most about this job, if you can call it that, is that I get to experience the best parts of life with new people every single day.

Hiya! I hail from Valders, WI. Valders is a small town in the county of Manitowoc (MAN - i - TWACK) You might remember Valders from being home of the pirate ship.  You read that right, the Valders Wisconsin know round world as being the former home to THE pirate ship seen  here. I spent many childhood nights dreaming about sailing the seven seas on that pirate ship. Then in my early 30s I learned that the pirate ship was actually a float on a trailer and not very sea worthy. Not to mention the town sold it and is no longer the home of the pirate ship. With my burgeoning pirating career in doubt I decided to get a job kayaking with Peninsula Kayak Company. And yes I do wear my sunglasses at night! YEEHAW!!!!!!

Growing up around the waters of Door County meant sailing and windsurfing was a part of everyday life. I instructed sailing for several years and loved teaching others the joys of being on the water. My future is still a little fresh with plans to travel Europe before settling on an education path.

Hi! My name is Linnea and I’m from  Minnetonka, Minnesota. I decided to work in Door County for the summer because my family has visited every Fourth of July since even before I was born! I love all the local shops, restaurants, and lake views up here as well as how easy it is to see the stars at night. I first started kayaking at a summer camp when I was little, and it’s been my favorite way to get around the water ever since. I’m super excited to be out on the water this summer!!

Hey, my name is Leah! I’m from Chicago, Illinois, and I spend my summers in Door County. I’m attending University of Texas at Austin, majoring in geosciences. I grew up kayaking and paddle boarding with my family on Lake Michigan.  My favorite part about Door County is miniature golfing and playing the guitar around a campfire! Look forward to seeing you on the water!!