Experience Thrilling Kayaking in Virginia

Out of all the paddle sports, kayaking is probably the most popular. Thousands of people enjoy the intricate strokes, balance, and maneuvers as they take on the water with nothing but a slim boat and a paddle. If you are considering picking up kayaking as a new sport, start by learning about its basics as well as the most attractive places to practice your paddling skills by frequenting online portals and resources that offer useful information, tips, and real stories from avid paddlers and extreme sport enthusiasts. Here are some things you should remember when going kayaking in Virginia and elsewhere in the world:

1.   When kayaking, you dress for the water, not for the weather. While it is also good to appropriate your clothing gear choice on the location, it is more important to consider the water temperature when you go kayaking. It is not uncommon for a kayak to tip over, especially when paddling through shaky waters. When this happens, you should be prepared for the water temperature. In any case, wearing layers of quick-drying clothes is ideal, along with sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen. On your feet, water shoes or any sturdy strap-on sandals will do.

2.  Find an appropriate boat. Kayaking boats come in a wide variety of types and sizes, including one to three-person kayaks. They average about 14 to 17 feet in length. Understand that touring kayaks are different from kayaks used for whitewater kayaking, diving, fishing, and sea kayaking. Essentially, there is a specific kayak for any type of kayaking you intend to try and they vary in size, material, and accessories.

3.   Read up on paddling techniques, maneuvers, and safety precautions, and learn how to rescue yourself and others in case of emergency and unexpected incidents, like when the kayak fills with water or when you capsize in rough waters.

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