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By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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The world of competitive kayaking demands athleticism of the highest caliber. If you want to join these prestigious ranks you must be willing to train hard and intelligently to maximize your potential while minimizing your risk of serious injury... more »

How to Carry a Canoe

By Ann Weaver Hart

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Moving a canoe more than a few feet isn't hard, it just takes a little know-how... more »

How to Kayak in the Black Canyon

By RedheadWriting

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Many people don't know it, but it is possible to kayak from the base of the Hoover Dam all the way to Willow Beach in Arizona! This beautiful, 11 mile kayak excursion is a great way to spend a day for the active traveler. You'll get to visit ... more »

How to Paddle a Kayak

By Risa Marks

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Tips for paddling a kayak... more »

How to Celebrate National Park and Recreation Month

By SeventhSibling

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Hoorah, summer is here! It’s time to celebrate July as National Park and Recreation Month. Launched in 1985, across the U.S., parks and recreation facilities look at this annual event as the kick-off of summer. What a perfect time to get ... more »

How to Enjoy Lake Living

By Hapworth

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If you are fortunate enough to live by a lake, you know how calming and enjoyable water can be. I grew up on a lake and have since returned. If you get a chance to visit or live by water, make use of all the opportunities that abound, and enjoy ... more »

How to Equip Your Sea Kayak for Safety

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Having the proper safety equipment in your sea kayak can be the difference between life and death in extreme cases. The extent to which you load up on emergency gear will depend however, on the length of your trip and the difficulty of the sea ... more »

How to Get out of a Capsized Sea Kayak

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Unlike the sister sport of river kayaking, the chance of capsizing in a sea kayak is rather small. However, it is still an important part of the learning process to prepare for such activities as surfing or paddling through unusually nasty ... more »

How to Make the Right Choice for a Kayak Paddle

By sfulwider

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Purchasing a kayak paddle made easy. There are three questions that need to be answered before you buy that most important kayak paddle. I spent last weekend with the Arkansas Canoe Club’s “Annual Recreational Paddling School, 2007”. It is ... more »

How to Perform a Low Brace in a Kayak

By Gabriel Avila

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Your best defense against flipping into a quick shock of cold water is your ability to balance and your control of the paddle. Add a support stroke to your paddling repertoire and you have another line of defense against the cold wet... more »

How to Prepare for Kayaking

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Kayaking is a relaxing yet invigorating paddling sport. You can kayak in flat water, such as a river or lake, or you can kayak over the ocean waves. Whether beginner or advanced, you need to acquire some standard items of kayak gear that can help ... more »

How to Use a Rescue Sling for Reentry

By Gabriel Avila

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Getting back into your boat after a capsize is a matter of upper body strength, agility and practice. Using various reentry assistant devices, such as a rescue sling or a paddle-float can make the process easier. Read on to learn how to use a ... more »

How to Use a Self Rescue Kit

By 1citygirl

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When you find yourself enjoying your favorite sport, don't forget your self rescue kit this summer. Here is a guide on where to buy, how to use, and why your self rescue kit might be the most important thing you pack this summer... more »

How to Buy Your First Sea Kayak

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Because no sea kayak can do everything well, designers have developed kayaks for all levels of skills and types of activities... more »

How to Do the Reverse Stroke in a Sea Kayak

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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When sea kayaking in a variety of conditions, you will find that being able to paddle backwards is quite useful. In most cases it is easier to go in reverse for a few strokes than to turn the kayak a full 180 degrees... more »

How to Dress for Sea Kayaking

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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A few simple clothing items can make a difference when paddling on a beautiful sunny day. The hints that follow will help you to dodge the sun rather than to be burned by it... more »

How to Find Sports Leagues

By forrestfsu

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Ever notice how complicated it might be to find sports leagues? This article will tell you exactly how you can find sports and recreation within your area... more »

How to Have a Perfect Summer Day on Bearcamp River

By George Sommers

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A frolicking black bear was the source of the splashing. When a canoeist approached, the bear scrambled up and then back down a tree - then dashed into the woods. So went this correspondent's most memorable adventure on the aptly named Bearcamp ... more »

How to Kayak in Windy Conditions

By Gabriel Avila

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Knowing how to accurately describe the weather and its effects can help you paddle more efficiently. This is especially important in adverse weather conditions where every minute exposed can create more danger for paddlers. Also your boat can be ... more »

How to Launch a Sea Kayak from a Beach in Surf

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How to Launch a Sea Kayak from a Dock

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How to Photograph a Black Crowned Night Heron

By George Sommers

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The black crowned night herons are back in town! As wildlife photography goes, they're reasonably easy subjects given the right combination of luck, patience and being in the right place at the right time. But this time, I wanted something a ... more »

How to Select a Kayak

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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You've decided that you must have your own kayak. Saying that you want to buy a kayak is like saying you want to buy a car--there are many questions that you have to ask before jumping into the purchase... more »

How to Adjust the Footpegs on a Sea Kayak

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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To accomplish an efficient forward paddling technique, using the footrests will be necessary. By properly adjusting your footpegs, you'll be comfortable and balanced in the boat... more »

How to Build a Kayak Storage Rack for Under Twenty Dollars

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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If you are skilled enough to maneuver a kayak, then you have sufficient skill to make a storage rack for your boat. It is important to protect your kayak by keeping it off the ground. Don't spend hundreds to buy a rack. You can build your own for ... more »

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