There's more to planning a paddling route than grabbing your gear and jumping in the boat and heading down the river. There are quite a few things you'll want to take into consideration before your feet even touch the water. Mother Nature can throw quite a few variables your way that you'll have to contend with. Planning a route efficiently will mean your tr… read more
Effective canoe paddling techniques are essential to having a fun and safe canoeing experience. By learning just a few simple strokes, you will have a much more efficient and safe time in your canoe. Whether you are going on a week-long camping trip or just enjoying an afternoon on the lake, these seven strokes will help you master your technique and give yo… read more
Having simple knowledge of basic paddling tips can make your experience in a canoe rewarding and fun. A few basic tips can greatly increase your efficiency and increase stamina, leading to an enjoyable day on the water. Simple tips can increase competency and skill level, letting you splash into the next level of the sport. read more
Kayak paddling methods are more about technique than upper body strength. When you learn how to properly paddle a kayak the payoff is a huge increase in enjoyment of the sport. You will be able to spend more time on the water, go farther, see and experience more. Practice the paddling methods here on a quiet body of water to get the feel for them. At first… read more
While many beginning kayakers are worried about mastering the roll and what to do if they can't roll and need to get out of the kayak, the paddling stroke is equally important. Efficient paddling will help keep your body relaxed and less fatigued, and help you avoid potential trouble spots on the river. read more
Paddling a two-person canoe efficiently requires focused teamwork. Novice canoeists often become frustrated as they struggle to keep their craft moving forward in a straight line. But mixing a little knowledge with a measure of patienc… read more
The throw rope is a fundamental tool for rescue in water sports and is carried by all responsible river guides. It provides a lifeline for white water rafters and kayakers who have unintentionally become swimmers. Throw ropes usually h… read more
Using the correct techniques to paddle a canoe increases your efficiency and helps you to maintain endurance, all while helping to prevent unnecessary injuries. The art of paddling a canoe takes practice to master. These instructions w… read more
The tethered rescue is a last resort paddling rescue technique, as it requires the swimming rescuer, to place himself in danger by swimming out to a kayaker in distress. It should only be used in extreme cases, such as if the victim is… read more
The skills of rowing and paddling a raft are so different that they don't even go in the same direction. The rower, alone on the metal frame seat, propelling a raft with two long oars in oarlocks, faces downriver and works against th… read more
The East Coast is filled with many excellent opportunities for kayaking. There are many miles of beautiful coastline which can only truly be appreciated on a kayak such as along the shores of Prince Edward Island in Canada and the Flor… read more
Beginner surfers dream of mastering their skills on the water and catching that perfect wave. But without core paddling skills, you'll never make it further than the shoreline. Remember that paddling is more than pushing your arms thro… read more
Learning a proper kayak paddling technique is an essential step to enjoying your time on the water. Even recreational users benefit greatly from learning proper technique because it means that they can go longer while experiencing less… read more
After mastering the essential roll technique, kayaking can be taken to the next level with advanced strokes and skills to improve balance, turning, and confidence on challenging lines. Efficiency with strokes and boofing allow the kaya… read more
Kayak paddle overall length is normally given in centimeters by manufacturers. Other measurements are figured by what system you're comfortable with. Three key factors go into choosing the proper length of a double-bladed kayak paddle… read more
Learning the basic strokes to paddle a kayak will enhance your enjoyment and make paddling easier. These basic strokes serve as a foundation for further skills and advanced paddling techniques, so taking the time to master them will op… read more
While kayaking and paddling isn't rocket science, there are techniques that will help you be a more efficient and better paddler. read more
Kayaking is a great way to explore areas of the world that aren't usually accessible. The best place to learn how to kayak is on a lake. And like any activity, the more you practice, the better you'll be. read more
Besides your kayak, your paddle is one of the most important pieces of equipment you will use in the activity of kayaking. A large consideration you will need to make is whether to kayak with your paddle feathered or unfeathered. Feath… read more
You don't need an expensive GPS system--be it a watch or hand-held system you can wear around your neck with a lanyard--to measure the distance you've traveled from point A to point B in your kayak. You can make a manual calculation if… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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