Rental business offers water fun

A new kayak and stand up paddleboard (SUP) rental business has opened in Thompson Falls. Christine Munday, who owns the local laundromat with her husband Charlie, opened Crazy Moose Kayak Rentals on July 3, of this year. Kayak and paddleboards are available to rent by the hour, with additional half day and full day pricing options. There is also the ability to rent overnight or for the weekend.

There are three different styles of kayaks to choose from: sit on top, sit inside, and a fishing kayak. The paddleboards come in two lengths: 9.5 feet and 11.5 feet. Lifejackets are included with all rentals.

Munday, who moved to the area two years ago with her husband, is no stranger to the water. "I was into competitive sailing for over 20 years. I've always loved the water," Munday stated. She found the need for a wider access to river recreation, when a previous rental business closed. "We wanted to make this affordable for the community, and I've received a lot of positive feedback," she said. "Everyone seems really happy about it."

Rentals are available seven days a week and hours coincide with the laundromat, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Munday says those hours are flexible for anyone who needs a rental outside those time perimeters. To reserve a time slot for a rental, it's best to call in advance. Munday also says Crazy Moose rentals has the ability to deliver and pickup at the local campgrounds. A shuttle service for interested parties has been in the works, and will hopefully be implemented next summer.

"We want to provide a service to the community that isn't really around the area," Munday expressed. "We also want this to be affordable for the youth of the community. It's something they can do that's productive and healthy. It's refreshing to your soul." Right now, Munday is running a buy one hour get one hour free special for all the students in the area.

Munday has reached out to many of the local businesses and found that there is a real need for more water sports from tourists. Munday along with many other business owners believe the more access to the river, the more tourists will be drawn to the area. Munday stated, "I'm all about businesses supporting other businesses. It helps the spirit of the community."

To reserve or rent kayaks and paddleboards, call Christine at (406) 827-3030.

Crazy Moose Kayak Rentals Pricing

Kayaks

Kids: $8/Hour

Sit on top: $8/Hour

Sit inside: $10/Hour

Fishing Kayak: $12/Hour

Stand up paddleboards

9.5 Feet: $10/Hour

11.5 Feet: $15/Hour

Lifejackets are included in the rental price.