BREWERTON, N.Y. — If you’re looking for some fun out on Oneida Lake, you might want to try a pedal kayak. Hobie Mirage Pedal Kayaks, which are hands-free, are available at South Bay Sail and Kayak.

Green Acres Kayak awaits you along the Whitewater River in Harrison. Offering kayak outings of different distances–three miles, five miles, and eight miles–an entire day can be made out of the trip.

One of the best things about kayaking and related paddle sports is, you don’t need much to get out on the water. A boat light enough for one person to move by hand, a paddle and a PFD -- and off you ...