# Schack's Yaks

> Schack's Yaks (iPhone/iPad app by Robert Hug.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/schacks-yaks/id6759352658 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Robert Hug](https://appshunter.io/developer/1871603903)
- Category: Sports, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 1 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-03-03
- Data updated: 2026-05-19
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/schacks-yaks/id6759352658/reviews.md

## What is Schack's Yaks?

Schack's Yaks is Kentucky's largest mobile kayak rental service. Rent a kayak from any of our self-service kiosks — no waiting in line, no staff needed.

HOW IT WORKS
1. Find a kiosk near you using the built-in location map
2. Scan the QR code on the kayak dock
3. Sign a quick digital waiver
4. Pay securely with your credit card
5. The smart lock unlocks automatically via Bluetooth
6. Paddle at your own pace — return when you're done

FEATURES
• 7 Locations across Kentucky and Ohio — Augusta, Newport, Walton, Cincinnati, Doe Run Lake, Wilder, and Carrollton
• Bluetooth Smart Locks — Unlock and lock your kayak directly from the app
• Real-Time Availability — See which kayaks are available at each kiosk before you drive there
• Secure Payments — Pay by credit or debit card through Stripe
• Digital Waivers — Sign once and you're covered for the season
• Weather Alerts — Get notified about severe weather during your rental
• Push Notifications — Rental reminders, reservation alerts, and return prompts
• Reservations — Book a kayak in advance so one is waiting for you
• Rental History — Track all your past paddles in one place

PRICING
Kayaks rent for $15/hour from any kiosk location. No membership or subscription required.

SAFETY FIRST
Every rental includes a safety briefing. Life jackets are provided at each kiosk. Our app sends weather alerts if conditions change while you're on the water.

LOCATIONS
• Augusta, KY — Bracken Creek
• Newport, KY — Licking River
• Walton, KY — City Park Lake
• Cincinnati, OH — Mill Creek / Salway Pool
• Doe Run Lake, KY — Doe Run Lake
• Wilder, KY — Licking River / Three Mile Creek
• Carrollton, KY — Kentucky River

Download Schack's Yaks and get on the water today.


## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 3.0 — 2026-03-12

More intuitive QR code scanning and re directs to iOS app.

### 2.0 — 2026-03-06

Mapping upgrade that helps users intuitively navigate to each kiosk by swiping the apple map.

### 1.0 — 2026-03-03

No release notes.

## More apps by Robert Hug

- [Schacks Yaks](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/schacks-yaks/id6760563781)

All apps by Robert Hug: https://appshunter.io/developer/1871603903

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