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 Old Town 10 Feet Vapor Angler Recreational Fishing Kayak Water River Lake Camo  US $569.95
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 Old Town 10 Feet Vapor Angler Recreational Fishing Kayak Water River Lake TAN US $569.95
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 Sit On Top Kayak Blue Calypso Recreational Craft 90109 US $288.75
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 Ocean Kayak Frenzy 9 Feet Sit On Top Recreational Kayak Lime Green US $458.99
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 RECREATIONAL KAYAKING DVD KAYAK KAYAKING VIDEO MOVIE US $17.95
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 Kwik Tek Airhead Recreational Travel 2 Person Kayak US $147.99
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 Ocean Kayak 8 Feet Yak Board Sit On Top Recreational Kayak Fishing Waves Yellow US $469.95
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 Ocean Kayak 8 Feet Yak Board Sit On Top Recreational Kayak US $574.99
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 paddling the recreational kayak US $17.99
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 BENDING BRANCHES WHISPER RECREATIONAL KAYAK PADDLE 230cm US $59.99
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 Wilderness Systems Pamlico 100 Recreational Kayak 2012 10ft Red NEW US $539.95
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 HARMONY DRIFTER 2 PC ALUMINUM RECREATIONAL KAYAK PADDLE 235cm US $49.99
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 KWIK TEK AIRHEAD RECREATIONAL TRAVEL KAYAK 2 PERSON US $150.87
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 Recreational Kayaking Book The Essential Skills And Sa US $4.29
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 Venture Kayaks Flex 11 Recreational Kayak 2012 10ft8 Lava NEW US $749.00
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 103761 Recreational Kayaking DVD Ken Whiting US $31.96
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 118ft Iqaluit Recreational kayak by ClearWater Design US $469.99
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 13ft Inuvik Recreational kayak by ClearWater Design US $499.99
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 New 2 Person Inflatable Recreational Kayak Boat US $124.99
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 New Recreational KIDS Kayak Doris Very Stable Paddle Included Built in backrest US $284.87
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 Recreational Kayaking The Essential Skills And Safety by Ken Whiting and US $19.95
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 Recreational Kayaking by Ken Whiting 2011 Paperback US $12.84
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 Airhead Recreational Travel Kayak AHTK 5 US $122.33
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 FoldLite Lightweight 10 Recreational Folding Kayak NEW US $229.99
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 Bestway Wave Line Inflatable Kayak Set Great for Recreational Uses US $185.30
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 Old Town Voyager 111 New Recreational Kayak Cloud US $459.00
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 RECREATIONAL KAYAKING JOCK BRADLEY ET AL KEN WHITING PAPERBACK NEW US $16.81
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 HELICONIA PRESS Recreational Kayaking US $19.95
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 Harmony MiniSkirt for Recreational Kayaks US $49.99
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 Airhead Recreational Inflatable Travel Kayak AHTK 3 FREE SHIPPING US $109.99
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 Brand New Quality Paddle Leash for Fishing or Recreational Kayaks or Canoes US $18.73
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 Old Town Vapor 10 Angler Recreational Fishing Kayak 10 Feet Green Camo US $564.89
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 Old Town 10 Feet Vapor 10 Angler Recreational Fishing Kayak US $564.89
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 Dagger Zydeco 90 Recreational Kayak – Lava US $499.00
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 Old Town Canoes and Kayaks 10 Vapor Recreational Kayak US $445.89
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 Harmony Recreational Kayak Flotation Bag US $39.91
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 Old Town Canoes and Kayaks 10 Vapor Recreational Kayak Lakes Rivers Pond Water US $449.95
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 AIRHEAD Watersports 2 Person Recreational Travel Kayak 10 3 with 2 Seats US $134.99
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 Sit On Top Recreational Kayak Rigid 10 ft SOT US $399.95
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 NEW Recreational Kayaking by Ken Whiting US $19.02
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Recreational Kayaking DVD - The Essential Skills and Safety $19.00 Written, Produced and Hosted By Ken Whiting Shot and Edited by Chris Emerick Recreational Kayaking provides new and developing paddlers with the skills and knowledge necessary to comfortably and safely enjoy kayaking. Whether your interest in kayaking stems from the desire to get outside and spend time with your friends and family or to explore the endless waterways that surround you, this ... |
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Recreational Kayaking for Women $18.88 If you are looking for a fun outdoor activity that will help you stay active and enjoy time with family and friends, Recreational Kayaking for Women is a great place to start. Anna Levesque, world-class kayaker and creator of the Girls at Play instructional series for women, shares her enthusiasm for paddling as she guides you through all the kayaking basics. Learn everything you need to know to g... |
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paddling the recreational kayak $17.99 Peace and quiet. Bird songs. Fishing in the shallows. Being outdoors. Time alone with Nature in all her glory.Brought to you by the recreational kayak.The world is stimulating enough...and millions of people just like you are turning to the simple joy of paddling a recreational kayak for a respite. Unlike its more extreme siblings, recreational kayaking is for everyone. Yes, this means you.Join... |
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Cobra MR HH125 Compact Waterproof Marine Handheld VHF Radio with 1 or 3 Watts, All Weather Channels, and Weather Alert (Black) $79.95 Cobra Handheld VHF Radio HH125... perfect for recreational boaters! When you're having a fun day on the water, it's always good to have a friend "in the know". This Radio gets you the weather info you need for worry-free fun in the sun! The compact, JS-17 certified waterproof design is durable for marine use. The rest: All USA, International and Canadian Marine Channels; Switch between 1 and 3-wat... |
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Mako Saddles $110.99 Mako and Mako Aero Saddles are designed for stability and protection of sea kayaks, recreational and whitewater boats. The difference between the two is that the Mako Saddle is only compatible with factory bars if you get some MightyMounts.... |
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Yakima Hully Rollers DECENT FEATURES of theYakima Hully Rollers This boat load assist system features rollers mounted on pivoting bases, that fit many kayak or canoe hull shapes Dynaflex padded rollers protect and grip your hull Combine with Mako saddles or Mako Aero saddles for the ultimate duo of easy loading and boat security Heavy-duty strap with padded buckle included Includes single bow/stern tie-down strap Corr... |
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Yakima DryDock $199.00 Just because you have a pickup truck you do not always have to use your truck bed to move stuff. By putting the DryDock in your 2 inch hitch receiver you now can utilize your roof to transport kayaks keeping the bed open for other cargo. Stabilizing straps and an anti-wobble hitch pin keeps the Y-frame design in place. BowStern straps (sold separately) are needed to ensure the boat stays in place ... |
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Intex Seahawk II Boat Set $94.97 Seahawk II Boat Set for up to 3 people includes pump and 54" aluminum oars. Made from SUPER-TOUGH vinyl for durability. Rock guard trim around outer edge. Has two fishing pole holders. US Coast Guard approved.Need a Boat Certificate of Origin? Write down the HIN (Hull Identification Number) and go to www.intexcorp.com. On the first screen that pops up, select your location. Click on the "Need a Bo... |
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Intex Excursion 5 Boat Set $91.97 Dimensions: 145" x 67" x 18". Weight Capacity: Up to 880 lbs with 5 persons. Constructed of rugged SUPER-TOUGH(tm) PVC. SUPER-TOUGH(tm) PVC is an extremely strong and durable plastic material that is impervious to gasoline, oil and salt water. The strong molecular structure of this plastic makes it highly resistant to damage from abrasion, impact and sunlight. This special PVC plastic material a... |
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Astral Buoyancy V-Eight Life Jacket The world's first breathable PFD; the V-Eight combines Astral's AIRESCAPE® Technology (patent pending) with an ergonomic design, quick drying and durable Ripstop® shell, and ample pocket space for your next outing. Provides a minimum of 15.5 lbs of buoyancy. All buoyancy is provided by PVC-Free Gaia ergonomically shaped by hand. US Coast Guard approved Type III PFD. Size options: (measured at gr... |
Recreational Kayaking Safety Tips
Recreational kayaking can be described as using a kayak that is meant for calm water and paddling near shore. This can mean kayaking on a lake, a slow moving river or the shoreline of the ocean. Often times these kayaks do not have rudders, may have open cockpits and sometimes are even inflatable kayaks. It usually doesn’t mean expeditions, whitewater kayaking or open water crossings. Keeping that in mind, if you are recreational kayaking do you know what safety tips you should consider before you start paddling?
Recreational Kayaking Safety Tips
Recreational kayakers make up the majority of kayaking people. Often times those who purchase a recreational kayak have had little to no training in kayaking safety education. Whether paddling a hard-shelled kayak or an inflatable kayak, there are a few points to remember and take note of before you enter the water.
- Only take a recreational kayak out on calm water or slow moving rivers during very mild weather. The recreational kayak was not built to withstand harsh conditions, whitewater rapids or choppy water. Take not of the wind factor before heading out for the day.
- Stay close enough to the shoreline that you can easily get help or swim back if you needed to. Recreational kayaks are usually not equipped for heavy flooding and can be difficult to bail out any excess water as well as re-enter the kayak should you tip.
- Ask yourself if you are able to swim in the clothes that you are wearing. It is unlikely you would ever have to, but it is certainly possible. If you are not able to swim in what you are wearing then you have a problem. Dress for the water as well as for the elements.
- If you do have to swim to shore, is there help nearby if you need it? Be aware of your environment, what is close by and where the nearest help is should you need it. There can be some stunning isolated lakes an rivers that can be very tempting to paddle, but if there is no one else around and you are an inexperienced kayak, who will help you if you need it?
- If you do end up having to swim in the water, do you have the right gear to get yourself warm once you reach the shore? Always have extra gear and warm clothes with you should you need them.
Recreational kayaking can be a huge amount of fun and offer some excellent wildlife viewing as well as great exercise and a relaxing environment. Equip yourself with a little safety information before you hit the water. Knowing you are prepared for the unlikely event that things don’t go smoothly will allow you to relax and enjoy your ride. Stay safe, be prepared and always keep your eye on the shoreline.
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