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Menasha Ridge Press :: Canoeing and Kayaking :: Essentials of Kayak Touring

Essentials of Kayak Touring

    The official word on kayaking basics from the American Canoe Association, the nation's most respected authority on paddling, Introduction to Flatwater Kayaking and Introduction to River Kayaking provide beginning paddlers with everything they need to enjoy a safe kayak outing. Beginning with instructions on how to be safe in the water, including proper use of equipment, preparing for cold, wind, and waves, and learning basic skills such as how to maintain their balance, these texts provide thorough information for those just starting to paddle.

     Find out how to select a kayak, proper lifting and carrying techniques, and how to launch it into the water. With well-written text and illustrations, learn all the basic strokes and maneuvers and important rescue techniques. Appendices include a glossary of kayaking terms and a list of resource organizations. Paddling safely requires, above all, the exercise of good judgment. And part of developing good judgment is understanding the challenges and hazards inherent in any situation and one's own ability to meet them.

    What are the essentials of kayak touring? Safety - to safely paddle on calm flatwater, perform self-rescue, and respond to emergencies. Enjoyment - to become aware of paddling opportunities and the rewards of lifetime participation in paddling. Skills - to acquire the ability to safely and enjoyably paddle on calm flatwater Essentials of Kayak Touring features: * Real-life paddling scenarios * Vital information on kayaking safety and technology * Illustrations and photographs of essential gear, boats, strokes, maneuvers, and rescue techniques * Review questions designed for the ACA's Essentials of Kayak Touring course * Detailed glossary of terms and important waterway safety information

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About American Canoe Association
Founded in 1880, The American Canoe Association (ACA) is a national nonprofit organization serving the broader paddling public by providing education related to all aspects of paddling; stewardship support to help protect paddling environments; and sanctioning of programs and events to promote paddlesport recreation. Through an extensive, multi year research process, the Board of Directors has declared the ACA's Strategic Tenets. These represent the core foundation of the organization and will guide the ACA into the future. The heart of the ACA is the people who paddle, cherish and protect the waterways of America. The ACA is a member based organization composed of those who enjoy recreating on and protecting America's wonderful and diverse waterways.



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Author	American Canoe Association
ISBN	978-0-89732-585-1
Quantity in stock	77 item(s) available
Weight	1.00 lbs
Market price	~~$6.95~~
Price:	$5.21

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