Kayaking in the Copper Corridor

Offering magnificent scenery and a cool alternative

by David Abbott

Record snowpack over the winter and spring and record heat this summer offer a glimpse into the yin and the yang that comes with living year-round in Arizona.

Given Globe’s location and with several lakes and rivers a short drive away, there are plenty of options to get out on the water to cool off in the triple-digit heat.

For those who don’t own a boat or have time to devote to extended excursions, many locals find kayaking to be a good option, either for a serene evening paddle or a white-knuckle trip through whitewater rapids.

For the former, local insurance agent and 2022 Globe City Council candidate Matthew Storms and his wife Shelbi have found kayaking to be a good escape and a way to get out of the house to socialize with similar-minded friends.