Fire Island and Beyond is proud to partner with Karen Marvin of South Shore Paddleboards in Babylon.

Read a little more about Karen’s story on her webpage, she is a true inspiration for turning a dream into a reality.

If you haven’t stopped by her store on Main St. in Babylon, now is the perfect time to find that last-minute gift.

Karen’s prior experience as a decorator shows throughout the store and the seasonal displays in the front window are something to look forward to.

The store not only stocks the widest selection of paddleboards on Long Island but carries a full lineup of SUP accessories, wetsuits, sunglasses, hats, Hamboards, jewlery, clothes and more!

You might even see some photography by Mike Busch of Great South Bay Images on the walls!

Karen also provides lessons and group paddleboard sessions, keep an eye on the FireIslandandbeyond.com calendar of events when the weather warms up.

Browse through the photos below and see why Karen is taking the Long Island SUP scene by storm.

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