Sea Kayak Rescue
2nd Edition
Published on 1. June 2007
Book
Paperback/Softback
144 pages
978-0-7627-4328-5 (ISBN)
Description
This book is a comprehensive course in all the techniques of sea kayak rescue for beginning, intermediate, and advanced paddlers. Step-by-step photos illustrate the many ways to right a swamped or capsized boat and safely reenter the kayak. Covering both self-rescues and assisted-rescues, this manual provides additional information on towing disabled boats and rescuing swimmers.
Reviews / Votes
"From braces to bow rescues, Schumann and Shriner detail everything you need to know about rescuing yourself when things go awry on the water. This book belongs in your rescue pack every bit as much as a PFD, first-aid kit, and paddlefloat."--Paddler MagazineMore details
Series
Edition
Second Edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Rowman & Littlefield
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Dimensions
Height: 236 mm
Width: 192 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Weight
325 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7627-4328-5 (9780762743285)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Authors Roger Schumann and Jan Shriner are American Canoe Association-certified instructor trainer educators, kayaking guides, and co-authors of the Guide to Sea Kayaking Central and Northern California.
Content
(1) Introduction (2) Preparation and Prevention (3) Safety Gear in Depth (4 Bombproof Your Braces (5) Reentry Practice Sessions (6) Best Basic Reentries (7) Expanding Your Repertoire (8) Rescues for Special Circumstances (9) Keeping It All Together (10) Old-Schoold Rescues and Inflatable Safety Devices (11) Index