1st placeWinner
Congratulations, Shawna Layden
Winner won a brand new kayak.
Final result: 775 votes
First time kayaking
Me and my boyfriend’s first time kayaking together.
Paradise Paddles
Contest results
Congratulations to our photo contest winners
The Paradise Paddles photo contest is now closed. Thank you to everyone who entered, shared, and voted for their favourite summer paddling photos.
Congratulations to Shawna Layden, our winner of a brand new kayak.
Winners announced
Final contest results
Voting and new entries are closed. Here are the top three finishers and what each winner received.
1st place
2nd placeSecond place
Congratulations, Angela Reid
Second place won an illuminated kayaking experience for two people.
Final result: 566 votes
Boys chillin on the water
Grandsons Marcus and Jaxon enjoying a beautiful afternoon on the water
3rd placeThird place
Congratulations, Brittany Morgan
Third place won a regular-hours kayaking experience for two people.
Final result: 135 votes
Kayak with a family of ducks
Miss Sage, 9, had a blast! It was her first time and she was a natural. She absolutely loved the experience!
Final gallery
All photo contest entries
Browse every approved entry from the contest. Voting is closed, but you can still open and share each photo.
1st place2nd placeSecond place
Final result: 566 votes
Boys chillin on the water
Grandsons Marcus and Jaxon enjoying a beautiful afternoon on the water
3rd placeThird place
Final result: 135 votes
Kayak with a family of ducks
Miss Sage, 9, had a blast! It was her first time and she was a natural. She absolutely loved the experience!
#4Final result: 79 votes
They call it Paradise for a reason
Nothing compares to a peaceful paddle under the warm sun with a gentle breeze
#5Final result: 55 votes
Such a great evening kayaking with our son on July 27th! ❤️
Such a great evening kayaking with our son on July 27th! ❤️ We made some amazing memories together and had the best time enjoying the water and the beautiful weather. We hope to get back another time this summer.
#6Final result: 46 votes
Sunshine, calm water, and nowhere else I’d rather be. 🛶☀️
Paradise Paddles made getting on the water effortless with their quick and convenient rental system. It meant I could focus on what mattered most—soaking up the sunshine, enjoying the peaceful scenery, and making unforgettable memories. I can’t wait for my next adventure!
#7Final result: 45 votes
Great time with glow kayaks
We had a great time. The staff was amazing. We reccomend glow kayaking with Paradise Paddles with to all of our friends
#8
#9Final result: 22 votes
A relaxing paddle!
Took a time out on the pond with my partner and my son. A much needed day with nature.
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#14Final result: 9 votes
Kayaking on Canada Day!
Kayaking on Neil's Pond with my wife and good buddy for Canada Day!
#15
#16Final result: 8 votes
Blown Ashore
Made the best of a windy experience- didn’t stop us from laughing the whole way!
#17Final result: 6 votes
Paddling on Neil’s Pond!
It was an amazing time and the staff are super friendly!
#18
#19Final result: 4 votes
Surprise Illuminated Kayaking Date
With our 3 year anniversary coming up, my amazing boyfriend surprised me with kayaking.
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#22Final result: 1 vote
Sample Entry
This is just an example of what an entry will look like! You can invite your friends and family to vote for your photo. The photo with the most votes will win the kayak! Don't worry, we can't win our own kayak 😉
#23Final result: 0 votes
a beautiful evening with @paradisepaddles.nl
had so much fun doing this!! and the guys were super helpful!
#24Final result: 0 votes
Anniversary celebrations
Watching the sunset together and having complete trust in my husband while kayaking legally blind
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#28Final result: 0 votes
Perfect way to spend date night ✨
Such a fun experience! We can’t wait to come back with the kids!
#29
#30Final result: 0 votes
The calm before the fog
Myself and my hubby paddled at 9:30pm on Aug 7th and it was a lovely adventure. What a great idea! It got a bit foggy towards the end but we enjoyed our time the whole way through.
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