Well the time has come for some of thus who experience four seasons to abandon temporarily our favorite activity and think about storing our kayaks and canoes. Parks are now closed, cold and ultimately snow and ice will be present and invite us for winter sports or other type of outdoor activities. And yes, it’s always possible to play outdoor even during those super cold winter months! What Do We Do With Our Equipment? You may think it’s easy to store your equipment and does not require great knowledge to do that.However a little planned care for your kayaks or…
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So you want to step up your wilderness experience from paddling to portaging? Great. You’re going to love it. In short, the best stuff is over the portages, and the extra effort will be rewarding – especially when you find that fewer people will follow you over, giving you an unspoiled, solitary experience. (If you still need convincing, give this a read.) For the sake of this article, let’s assume that you have experience paddling and camping. I’m going to go through the additional steps to take and the knowledge required to take the leap into portaging. Usually, the first…
Known for its volcanic terrain, tropical climate, and unique wildlife, Hawaii is a popular destination for travelers. With its 750 miles of coastline surrounded by crystal clear waters, it’s no surprise that the group of islands making up the state contains extraordinary kayaking opportunities. Hawaii Often referred to as “The Big Island,” Hawaii is the largest in the chain. For visitors to the island, kayaking tours are the way to go. The tour operators typically do all the hard work for you, taking care of all of the permits and park fees you’ll need, in addition to providing snacks and…
Estimating wave height is very difficult. Sitting down in a kayak, low to the water, waves look pretty big. It is usually OK to be inaccurate in your estimation of wave height, after all it is you who is out there, and if it a wave looks big to you it probably is big for you. But there are good reasons why you may want accuracy. For example, if you are planning to go out and check the forecast and it predicts “3 foot waves” you want to know if their 3 feet is the same as your 3 feet.…
Over my years of talking to people who gave up kayaking, many of them have some sort of story along the following lines, “I tried kayaking once but it flipped over and I got trapped inside of it. I thought I was going to die!” Taking the time to teach the wet exit properly and professionally is extremely important because the reality is, if the wet exit exercise goes wrong for the student and they panic, they might not ever get in a kayak again! Here are a couple tips to help make it easier and less stressful for both…
Bamboo (Bambuseae) in all its variations is among the fast growing living things in the world, reaching up to two feet in 24 hours. It is strong, light, versatile, beautiful, and it floats. It would be hard to choose another material to better serve as the symbol of Asian ingenuity. Traveling between Hoi An and Hue on the central Vietnamese coast, it was inspiring how many styles of the bamboo boat could be found, simply based on use, needs, resources and a bit of creativity. Some bamboo boats are woven into large 10 meter long vessels with a canoe form,…
Unstable kayaks are nothing to joke about. If you’re not careful, you could easily find yourself in the water. But before you go and spend a fortune on a new kayak, try these fixes to make your old one stable again. You may be surprised at how easy they are to do! Why is my kayak so unstable? There are a few reasons why your kayak might be feeling unstable. It could be that the hull is damaged and needs to be replaced, or that the weight distribution is off. Either way, there are some easy fixes that you can…
It can be a little nerve-wracking the first time you re-enter your kayak from the water. You’re not sure how to do it, and you’re worried about flipping the boat over. But with a few simple steps, you can easily get back in your kayak without any problems. In this article, we’ll show you how to re-enter a sit-inside kayak from the water safely and easily. Read on for tips and tricks! Doing It on Your Own Whether you’re out for a leisurely paddle on a calm lake or braving the rapids of a river, kayaking can be an exhilarating…
There are a variety of injuries that can occur while canoeing or kayaking. The most common types of injuries include shoulder, wrist, impact, dehydration, sunburn, hypothermia and drowning. Shoulder Injury One of the most common canoeing and kayaking injuries is a shoulder injury. This occurs when the rotator cuff muscles and tendons become overloaded from repetitive rowing motions. Shoulder pain may also be caused by poor posture or incorrect rowing technique. To prevent this type of injury, it is important to maintain good posture and use proper rowing technique. Strengthening the rotator cuff muscles with exercises such as dumbbell shrugs…
You’ll never know when you’ll have the urge to hit some rapids or take a dip in a scenic lake. That’s why kayaking and canoeing are such popular recreational activities among avid nature lovers. In fact, the demand for these water sports has increased so much that there are now special clubs, schools, and even hotels to cater to aficionados who want to spend time cruising on water. However, with any adventurous activity, there are risks involved and precautions that need to be taken in order to prevent accidents. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more…