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  Happy New Year to our Capital SUP Ohana and friends! To start this new year off with a BANG, we have released our new & improved Paddle Membership Program for the 2021 season, and we want to explain more about why we’ve added so many new perks… Paddle memberships were designed to provide unlimited…

  On Saturday, November 28th, Capital SUP was open for retail holiday shopping to celebrate Small Business Saturday. It was a successful day, and we were so thankful to see so many familiar and new faces come out and support us! This was the first time we were open for Small Business Saturday as a…

  Ever wonder what Chris & Kevin are up to in the off-season? While we might not be paddling, teaching, or renting on Back Creek in the colder months, we aren’t in hibernation either! Still very involved with Capital SUP in the off-season, the paddlebros spend most of their time tapping into some of their…

  This past weekend we headed over the Bay Bridge to Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge (BNWR) for another adventure with about 40 of our CAP SUP friends! BNWR is located just half an hour south of Cambridge, MD on the Eastern Shore. The landscape at the refuge is mostly brackish tidal marshes surrounded by some…

  We are excited to announce the launch of our online store. The new home base for Capital SUP branded apparel & accessories, lifestyle products, paddle gear, and more! Since our inception, we have focused on growing our services & experiences business. Creating a successful retail model seemed daunting, so it never became a priority….

Capital SUP Grom Camp is back for it’s 6th season! Our four-days kids “Grom” camps are filled with learning sessions, water safety, how to SUP, SUP Yoga & Fitness, SUP Games, Beach Clean Ups, and Clean Water Education. Most importantly, every Grom will leave camp with a greater appreciation and love for the outdoors!  We’re…

The culture at Capital SUP is where all people, no matter their race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and gender identity, have a place to come to be free and connect with the water.  In light of the movements that are happening across the World, we feel now is time to state where we stand.  Capital…

We’re entering into the 6th season of our Race Training program, and our mission remains the same. We strive to help you reach your paddling and fitness goals. Whether your goal is to become stronger and healthier, more efficient paddler, or become more confident in various conditions, we are here to coach you. New to…

Memorial Day Weekend was the start of Capital SUPs 7th year in business. It’s been quite a ride so far, but we’ve only just begun! This article is an overview of the evolution of the Capital SUP brand. 1.0 Back in 2014, we didn’t know much of anything, especially how to make a logo. Thankfully,…

Hello Capital SUP community! We are embarking on our 7th year in business starting Memorial Day Weekend! While this year presents our most significant challenge yet, we are committed to providing a safe and positive experience to our customers. We understand the importance of providing a safe environment because people are demanding to get outside and…

Let the 2019 Adventure Series begin! – By Paul Fowler I was excited to see Capital SUP continue with the adventure series this year, the third year running. I signed up immediately, and couldn’t wait to go! What was the destination that had me so excited you ask? Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge. A venture with…

“Finishing the Race, Guided by Dolphins” TOLD BY CHARLIE MARTEL Finishing the NC Surf to Sound Challenge race yesterday in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina with a heart full of gratitude. I did not finish the last time I did this race, which is 6 and a half miles long and includes launching into the surf and a rough paddle…