Sea Kayaking Supplies

Video Transcript

"In this clip were going to go over some of the basic elements for kayaking on a nice calm day in sheltered waters. For the beginner. First we like to take along a bilge pump. This helps pump out water if we should we get water in our kayak. Next, of course you want to have your water your sun screen. And I have a basic first aid kit. The most common injury we get is on land. Its usually a cut so you want to take care of that right away so you can get on with having a great day on the water. We always take along something to cut line with. Because we also bring along a tow belt to assist others who are unable to paddle back. I like gloves they protect my hands from the sun. Good shoes to keep your feet from being cut. I like these they are very light weight. This is a paddle float which were going to show you how to use. This assists you in getting back in the boat. Always I don't care how hot it is take along a jacket. Just stow it away you never know. Even in Florida we have the highest cases of hypothermia. In the sumer on a stormy day you get very cold. You just pull this on and your very comfortable. We also wear spray skirts but they are very optional. You don't have to wear one but the keep the water out of your boat. And also the sun off of your legs. Theres a nylon one and a neoprene one. Of course it very essential for a PFD your personal flotation device. I like to store my little scissors right inside this little pocket right here. This keeps us afloat and we wear it at all times while on the water. Inside are little things I take along to for safety. A miniature first aid kit. Something to repair a boat. Something to replace a hatch with. And extra sun screen and a paddle leash. Paddle leash is very handy. So in certain circumstances you can just attach this to your paddle and you don't have to worry about loosing it. If you should go in for a swim. I have my paddle here and of course my favorite kayak."