9/2011
"Please sign me up for your awesome newsletter!  I'm impressed with your writing style...I've been on the DU web page for an hour now! Twilight SUPS sounds really cool. I'll be down to Rowayton tomorrow to sign up!!! Thanks for being so passionate! Your are guys are amazing and it's really showing throughout the two communities:) rock on!" Jen Brown

7/2011

Thanks for everything, Kim. I really appreciate your help in accommodating Lily's scheduling issues and will whole-heartedly recommend Down Under to my friends!!"  Glenn Sutton

Westport Nature Conservancy...

"Down Under Westport was the perfect location for the first gathering of The Nature Conservancy’s Young Professionals Group.  From the moment we arrived, you and your staff were wonderfully helpful and accommodating, and your suggestion of Tutti’s to cater could not have worked out better – their food was scrumptious!  The riverside terrace was such a scenic place for our “après-kayak” cocktails -- we enjoyed it so much, and you were very gracious to allow us to stay well beyond our allotted time!  And of course, the highlight was the kayaking, with Jay providing interesting commentary along the way, and making sure that we had a safe, fun and informative excursion.  Thanks again Kim for a great event. We will definitely be back!"  Jill Cancellieri

Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours
Heather Cavanaugh: "Many, Many thanks for all your help in hosting a fun event! We can’t thank you enough for helping the Chamber at the last minute!"

Nicole Hornick, birthday party 10 year old girls: BEST PARTY EVER!!!  Or so said ALL the girls when they came back!  Thank you so much.  I'm sure you heard how absolutely lucky we were with the weather - you guys read it beautifully.  Thanks again for a great afternoon! 

John Florek, sea kayak instruction with Drew Schoudel

June 14th, 2011: Had a GREAT lesson with Drew yesterday.  He was very knowledgeable and equally patient.  Tremendous fun.  I will be seeing you Thursdays for evening rentals!

Maria Gingrich, bride to be 

"My friends and I had such a fabulous time kayaking and practicing yoga on Saturday.  All through the weekend, the girls kept coming up to me saying how much they thought it was such a brilliant kick-off to our weekend.  It really was perfect.  Brendon and Sarah were awesome.  I can't wait to get back on the water!" 

Nicole Falco of Fitness Edge:

"Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!  We had a wonderful time! everyone really enjoyed themselves -- Becca was awesome it was an absolutley PERFECT day! I could not have asked for a better one!  ...you guys do an awesome job and have a great philosophy -- everyone really really loved it!  

 Timmy Nessel (far right) on Kim buying Below Deck...

"That's awesome!  Can we go there like every day? I love Kim." 

Fraser Family enjoy a Father's Day Outing

“We had a great time with Down Under Kayaking for my daughter Bridgette's  10th birthday.  The guides kept the girl's laughing and Kim led the party with a wonderful balance of safety, education and terrific storytelling!  The girl's came off the water with huge smiles on their faces!”   J. Lamando, Westport, CT.  “It was the best party ever” said Sarah Elliman.

"Kim's DownUnder Kayaking in Rowayton, CT is a great place for kayaks, guided trips along the coast of LI Sound, and cool stuff for sale in the store. My daughter and I had a great time on a group kayak trip. She's well organized and makes everything a lot of fun."   Mimi and Kathleen Griffith.

Not For Profit
Downunder is committed to serving the community.  We do this in many ways - we contribute thousands of dollars worth of services to charities annuallyWe offer children's program scholarships for those that just can't afford it.  And most important, we look for groups and organizations that are of an outreach nature or for the underserved, and find ways to help them.  We offer large discounts for not for profit groups, especially where outreach related.  Feel free to refer organizations you care about, to us.

Norwalk Family & Children's Agency: 

“Down Under Kayaking presented our adolescent girls group with a wonderful opportunity to learn to kayak and while learning to rely each other. Thanks Kim!” Family & Children’s Agency, Norwalk.

6 girls came out with us for morning of 'fun'.  Only to them, it was scary stuff.  Several of whom didn't know how to swim, and most didn't know how to kayak.  The beauty is - they faced this fear, got out there, did great, had a blast, and raved about it afterwards.  More importantly is what it did for their self esteem, and how it empowered them.  Every time we face a fear and tuck it away as 'mastered', we're better able to face the next, more inclined to take chances, and pretty much, live our lives more fully.

A Better Chance, New Canaan

 Westport Historical Society: "We had a great time kayaking on Wednesday.  It was an adventure that the kids are still talking about. We  appreciate your patience, dedication and enthusiasm for this great sport. Best  of luck to you in the future." Susan and the Time Travelers Staff.

Corporate
Heidmar Inc. “It was a great day thanks to Kim and her instructors.  Individuals from different departments were able to relate with each other on a whole new level, sea level that is!  The hors d’oeuvres and drinks on the deck completed the experience.  Thank you Downunder Kayaking."  Marion Pace, Heidmar Inc.
 
Bear Naked Granola: Kelly Flatley and Brendan Synnott, owners of Bear Naked, agree that “this was a great way for our employees to spend time together, enjoy some fresh air and exercise, and be on the water.”  The Bear Naked team paddled to the Fish Islands where they enjoyed lunch and beach games, and cleaned up the shoreline.   Flatley added, “At Bear Naked, we work hard and play hard.  Down Under Kayaking gave us an experience that included both – although it wasn’t really that hard – it was a lot of fun!  The guides were helpful, knowledgeable, and really took care of our team.”
 
Thomson Corporation:  This year was our second participating in the Thomson annual summer party at the Stamford Yacht Club.  And yes, we pack up the kayaks and take them there... along with a huge water trampoline.  It's one of our favorite events of the year!

Venture Mom

Darien Patch

Westport Daily