How2 Adventure Guides: Discover Kayaking

By Mark Ellingwood

Kayaking is fun for all ages, a great form of exercise and an excellent vehicle for exploring rivers, lakes, mangrove forest, salt ponds, the ocean and any other body of water you may have access to. In “Discover Kayaking” you will learn everything you need to know to get started, from history, materials, kayak types, accessories, safety, adaptive options, and How2 kayak. The journal entries are firsthand accounts and perspectives from kayaker’s personal adventures on the water. Plus, we have listed every kayak rental company in the United States as well as major U.S. retailers and manufacturers. All with clickable hyperlinks for fast access to websites and phone numbers where available.
How2 Adventure Guides inspire, motivate, and educate people to get out of their comfort zone, get out of the rut, get out of the stress and get out there and experience something new, something exciting, something fun. There are over 80+ types of outdoor recreational sports to participate in and it can become very daunting to know which one to try and where to start. They encompass the full spectrum of adventure from mild to wild, slow to fast, and free to costly. This is where we can help. We want to provide you all the necessary information to get started participating in a particular sport, where to do it, what gear to use, training and cost involved if any, as well as stories from fellow adventurer's so you can make an informed decision. You will know after reading a specific guide if that sport is for you of if you need to maybe look at some others.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Mark Ellingwood
• Release date: Jul 21, 2017
• ISBN: 9781370056552

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Discover Kayaking

By Mark Ellingwood

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Published by EllingWoods Publishing

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The information provided within this eBook is for general informational purposes only. It is recommended for safety sake to take a hands-on course from an experienced outfitter. This guide is not a substitute for real world training including training in safety procedures. Any use of this information is at your own risk.

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Table of Contents

Prologue

Chapter One – Overview

Chapter Two - How2 Kayak

Chapter Three - Adaptive Options

Chapter Four - Journal Entries

Chapter Five - Where to Rent

Chapter Six - Where to Buy

Chapter Seven – US Kayak Brands

About the Author

Other books by the Author

Connect with How2 Adventure Guides

Prologue

How2....Have Fun?

We all need to know How 2… Have fun. It should come easily and naturally but the reality is we all need a little inspiration to try something new. In the modern age, so many people are working harder and longer hours than in any other time in history. Stress has become an epidemic. More and more people are being prescribed exercise to combat the pressures and stress that many of us face on a daily basis. Although traditional exercise like weight lifting, and doing cardio has tremendous benefits, most people get bored very quickly and end up losing interest and stopping altogether. We all need variety to keep things interesting. I believe that it's important to have fun and enjoy the activities that will enrich your mind, body and spirit.

Being an avid outdoor enthusiast I am very active in many sports and recreational activities throughout the year such as kayaking, canoeing, mountain biking, hiking, camping, skiing, snow shoeing, and scuba diving to name a few. Living in New England my outdoor activities vary with the seasons but the one constant is walking and hiking in the woods. I never get bored with this kind of exercise because it doesn't feel like exercise to me. It's just fun. If your able to maintain a gym workout that's great. More power to you. But for me I don't feel comfortable working out in a gym, plus it bores the heck out of me.

Engaging in recreational activities allows us to be more present and in the moment and by being immersed in nature we become more in tune with the natural world thus reducing the effects of stress. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention getting 75 minutes of vigorous exercise such as cross-country skiing or hiking each week, or 150 minutes of moderate exercise such as brisk walking or biking, reduces the risk for chronic disease and helps maintain a healthy weight. Regular outdoor activity is a natural remedy that provides many physical health benefits such as reduced arthritis pain, lower blood pressure, weight loss and lowered risk of certain cancers, diabetes, osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease as well as increased confidence and improved creativity and better self-esteem.

What can How2 do for you? I created How2 Adventure Guides to inspire, motivate, and educate people to get out of their comfort zone, get out of the rut, and get out there and exercise while experiencing something new, something exciting, and more importantly… something fun. There are over 80+ types of outdoor recreational sports to participate in and it can become very daunting to know which one to try and where to start. They encompass the full spectrum of adventures from mild to wild, slow to fast, and free to costly. This is where we can help. We want to provide you all the necessary information to get started participating in a particular sport, where to do it, what gear to use, training and cost involved if any, as well as stories from fellow adventurer's so you can make an informed decision. You will know after reading a specific guide if that sport is for you of if you need to explore some others.

We will be rolling out new guides a few at a time until we have a complete catalog of all the top outdoor and recreational sports. Check out our website periodically for the most up to date listings of How2 e-book guides.

Sincerely,

Mark Ellingwood

Outdoor Adventurer

&

Owner at How2 Adventure Guides

Chapter One – Overview

Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all

~Helen Keller

What is Kayaking?

A traditional kayak is a small narrow boat with a covered deck and one or more cockpits each with seating for one person. They range in length from 5 feet to 19 feet. Typically, the shorter the boat the slower, less stable and yet more maneuverable as turning is easier. Alternately the longer the boat the faster, more stable and less maneuverable. The boat is