Basic Illustrated Kayaking

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• Publisher: Falcon Guides
• Year: 2014
• eBook ISBN: 9781493012206

For a generation, the Basic Illustrated series has been as much a part of the outdoors experience as backpacks and hiking boots. Information-packed tools for the novice or handy references for the veteran, these volumes distill years of knowledge into affordable and portable books. Whether you’re planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, Basic Illustrated books tell you what you need to know.

 

Basic Illustrated Kayaking Basic Illustrated Kayaking includes a buying guide to kayak design, kayak features, accessories, and gear so the reader can decide the kind of kayak that is right for him or her. The book is packed with step-by-step information on transporting, launching and landing, basic and advanced strokes, techniques, navigation, rescues, and expedition planning. It focuses on recreational (flatwater) kayaking, providing step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow photos. 

Table of contents

• Introduction
• Chapter One: Choosing Your Kayak
• Chapter Two: Beyond the Kayak: Other Important Gear
• Chapter Three: Getting Started
• Chapter Four: More Advanced Paddling Techniques
• Chapter Five: Rescues and Rolling
• Chapter Six: Fun for Everyone
• Appendix