Here at Collinsville Canoe & Kayak, we proudly boast that our team is the secret sauce to our success. We truly believe they are the ultimate champs of the industry!
Sue & Jon Warner - The Founders of CCK
Sue and Jon founded CCK in 1990 at the same location it still calls home. The two first met while teaching skiing at Ski Sundown. Jon has been interested in paddling since his high school days, when he used to construct his own boats. Sue, on the other hand, comes from a family with a background in both outfitting and manufacturing within the paddle sports industry.
Paddle craft of choice: Sue - Swift Cruiser 14.8 Pack, Jon - Swift Prospector 14 Pack
Mel Post - A Dedicated CCK Member since 1997
Mel's introduction to paddling can be traced back to her brother, an avid canoeist. She became more involved in the sport after relocating to San Francisco and eventually purchased her first kayak. Upon moving back to the east coast, she discovered CCK and has been an essential member of the community ever since. Alongside her passion for paddling, Mel also pursued photography while attending the School of Visual Arts. Through paddling, she has gained a one-of-a-kind perspective on the world.
Paddle craft of choice: Swift Cruiser 12.8 Pack
Showing Appreciation to Our Alumni Staff
At CCK, we consider our alumni staff to always be part of our family. Their contributions were worth their weight in gold, and we're always thrilled to welcome them back with open arms.