Planning a Kayak Trip
Like most trips, whether by air or by land, most people have a destination in mind. Getting there is part of the journey. There is always some sort of…
Understanding the construction of a paddle
The paddle is one of the more important items you will use while kayaking. An essential piece of equipment for propelling your kayak through the water, keeping you upright (either…
The Paddler’s diary/log
A paddler’s ‘diary’ or ‘log’ book is a means in which one can keep track of your adventures on the water. It is a written account of your paddling and…
Three classifications of kayaks – and where they belong
There are three main types of kayak classifications. White Water, Recreational, and Sea kayaks. Within these classifications, there are sub classifications and variations of each boat design. However, I will…
The paddle float rescue
Every kayaker who spends any amount of time in their boat will at some point end up flipping over in their kayak. It’s just a part of the sport really.…