How to Learn Kayak Safety Rules

If you want to hit the waters in a kayak, take a starter course first to keep you and your boat safe. From thrilling rapids to calm lakes, kayaking is a wonderful way to enjoy the water, but it can be dangerous if you do not know what you are doing. A safety course can keep your kayaking adventures fun by teaching you the basics of safety, including what to do if your boat is capsized.

Things You'll Need

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Instructions

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      Use the yellow pages or an online search to find a place to rent kayaks. Many kayak rental companies offer safety courses with the boat rental.

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      Visit the rental shop or its Web site to find out if it offers kayak safety courses.

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      Sign up for a class, or rent a kayak if the shop offers classes only with rentals.

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      Prepare as instructed to get the most out of the class, bringing any materials that the instructor suggests.

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      If an ecology group safeguards a local body of water, they might be able to steer you to a kayaking course.