The Kern River attracts kayakers of all skill levels. Meet two of the local pros that call the Kern and Sierra South home.

Johnny Chase
Professional Extreme Kayaker

Evan Moore
Professional Extreme Kayaker
Born and raised on the Kern River; Evan doesn’t know life without rivers and kayaking. At 5 years-old, he was already a talented boater. Now at 23 years-old, he is known as one of the top paddlers in the world and running rivers only the best kayakers on the planet dream of. He recently completed the Royal Flush on the North Fork of the American River in California, which has only been done by a handful of talented kayakers. What is his boat of choice? The Waka Kayaks OG, a great kayak for running huge holes, winning races, and styling 100 ft. waterfalls. Tested and proven to be a game-changing boat by some of the top kayakers in the world.
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