Sea Kayaking 101
June, 1994
Sea kayaking--the aquatic version of backpacking--has much to recommend it. The boat itself, with covered deck, low profile, foot-controlled rudder and sealed bulkheads, is one of the safest craft afloat. What's more, you need only about a foot of water to operate in, so a sea kayak can get you practically anywhere. It's a great way to visit remote beaches and untamed areas. There is ample storage fore and aft, and because water does all the heavy lifting, you can have your wilderness adventure...
