Category Archives: Safety

National Safe Boating Week 2012

Posted on May 11, 2012 by northamerica

The National Safe Boating Council, along with a number of national and state organizations are promoting National Safe Boating Week and the importance of wearing a life vest. This year, National Safe Boating Week is May 19-25. In 2010, drowning … Continue reading →

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Summer Kayaking Safety Tips

Posted on July 20, 2011 by northamerica

With summer in full swing, several U.S. states have issued advisories, reminders and other information for kayakers. The following tips come from state agencies throughout the USA. Maine With five fatalities recently on Maine’s coastal and inland waters, the Maine … Continue reading →

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Safe Kayaking

Posted on July 1, 2011 by northamerica

The United States Coast Guard provides boaters and with a variety of information concerning boating safety. Being educated about safe boating could save a life. Most boating fatalities occur when the boat operator has not completed a boating safety education … Continue reading →

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Kayak Capsizing – Causes, Prevention, Recovery

Posted on June 27, 2011 by northamerica

Capsizing is one of the most unpleasant situations encountered by kayakers. Also known as flipping, rollover, or overturning, capsizing occurs when a kayak rolls beyond its physical limit to recover and tips completely over. In some cases the kayak will … Continue reading →

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Kayaking Dangers

Posted on June 14, 2011 by northamerica

Kayaking is one of the most popular water sports in North America. Although most kayak trips are safe, paddlers should be familiar with some of the more common hazards that may be encountered. Capsizing is the most common kayaking hazard. … Continue reading →

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