Expedition Kayaking
- ISBN-10
- 0762742828
- ISBN-13
- 9780762742820
- Category
- Sea kayaking
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2007
- Publisher
- Falcon Guides
- Author
- Derek C. Hutchinson
Description
This guide, written by international expert Derek Hutchinson, is a thorough guide to coastal and open-ocean expeditions by sea kayak. It covers long-distance paddling techniques, seamanship, and kayak styles and equipment. It also features first aid and wilderness medical practices, tandem kayaks and sailing rigs, the latest techniques for solo and group rescues, and maneuvers for handling wind, surf, and currents. Packed with handling and rescue techniques vital to solo kayakers and expedition leaders, the new edition of this classic title goes beyond basics to offer greater expertise from the leading name in the sport. 25 color photographs, 95 color illustrations
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