Engineered for Everyone!
BIG OR SMALL, SHORT OR TALL, FIRST-TIMER OR PRO!
2-IN-1 BOARD
The HERON is a “Swiss Army Knife” on the water! You have the option to stand up or sit down, whatever the conditions call for. Either way, you’ll make waves!
ULTRA-STABLE
With supplemental pontoons, the HERON is pound-for-pound the most stable inflatable paddle board out there. Big or small, it’s easy to stand tall!
SAFE & DURABLE
Made with the same PVC that Special Forces and Navy SEALS use for their zodiacs, the HERON is tough! With 3 chambers, you’ll never be stranded on the water!
Dress for the Adventure
“The most stable inflatable stand up paddle boards out there!”
We approach paddling from a place of creativity, innovation and simplicity. Physics and modern technology have provided new and improved solutions to modern challenges on the water. We’ve done the work to develop the products that will elevate your life on the water!
THIS IS THE DAWN OF A NEW AGE
FOR INFLATABLE PADDLE BOARDS!
Engineered to get you on the water with comfort and ease, our user-friendly innovations are making waves! We develop safe, durable, ultra-stable and light weight inflatable paddle boards for first-time paddlers and seasoned pros alike. With our products, you’ll be turning heads while having the time of your life!
BUILDING A COMMUNITY ON THE WATER
We’re building a community of inspired and empowered water enthusiasts by not only providing high quality, super stable and affordable paddle boards, but also by fostering the learning and support to excel.
Whether you’re a first time paddler or a seasoned pro, our community here at Bird Island Outfitters is a great resource for learning, engaging and just simply having fun! Do you want to overcome your fear of the water? Do you have a difficult time standing on a paddle board? Are you frustrated with bulky paddle boards? Do you want to have more fun on the water? We might just have the solution you’re looking for.
New products, upcoming events and online learning tools are on their way. Our goal is to help you get on the water quickly, safely and well-equipped to make lifelong memories on the water!
“I’m new to paddle boarding and at the age of 76 I was more than a little apprehensive. When I first got on the Heron Board I immediately felt that this board was very stable. Once I found my center of balance I was off to the races. I feel comfortable on the Heron and am able to move around the board without feeling that I might fall off. This is a great board for people who haven’t used a SUP before. I was caught in some high wind situations and the board performed fantastic with it’s stabilizing skegs. I also like the fact that the board is easy to roll up and pack in its travel bag. I intend to use the board for fishing and think that I will have no trouble casting from the deck of the Heron. I feel confident that I made the right choice purchasing the Heron from Bird Island Outfitters.”
Rick Mendel
“Love the Bird! These SUPS are so sturdy… I can load lots of stuff including my dog without any worry of falling off. My pup has plenty of room to pace back and forth. Very easy to transport too.”
Lestra Ann
“The Heron is a game changer for us at Chasing Scale. We always look for the lightest, easiest boats to help us get into the backcountry, and the Heron delivers. These boards give us the freedom to stand and sight the fish from a higher vantage point and when the weather picks up we can easily convert them from a SUP to a kayak and move through the adverse weather way easier.”
Ryan Bonneau
“Just wanted to give a shout out to Bird Island boards. Recently went on a fishing trip with the founders of Bird Island. I had my kayak and was offered a float on the Heron hybrid stand-up/sit-down paddle board. Very stable and a blast to ride. Made it thru the rapids like a champ! Not so with my hard kayak! Let’s just say that the water was very cold. These guys have produced a really solid board. Maneuvers well in the water, light weight and easy to pack out of the water. Grab you one!!”
Kyle Barrington
“I thought that I loved my inflatable kayak until I was introduced to Bird Island Outfitter’s Heron. It’s awesome. I can hike it in, inflate and go. Super easy and stable, it’s so much fun to paddle around the lakes and rivers. It’s now my go to.”
Heather Rehmeier
“Easy to carry, speedy on the water, and feels as solid and durable as a hard body despite being inflatable. And, It’s very portable!”
Nick Rutland
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Finding Awe
The Transformative Power of Paddle Boarding in Remote Places
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Demystifying the Full Moon Paddle Trip
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Paddle Boarding Safety on Small Rivers
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It’s F***ing Hot!
A little Q&A about Summer Heat and its affect on inflatable paddle boards (Don’t worry. We got you!)
What are we really talking about here? Well, we’re talking about those seams on your inflatable paddle board busting open and ruining your perfect summer day on the water. What could be the cause? If it’s 100˚F outside with the sun beating
