2023-01-04 Although kayaking is a great outdoor activity, you can use it for entertainment, fitness, fishing, leisure, or to go to particular places other boats can't reach, but do you know how to do it safely?" />

How to kayak safely?

2023-01-04

Although kayaking is a great outdoor activity, you can use it for entertainment, fitness, fishing, leisure, or to go to particular places other boats can't reach, but do you know how to do it safely?
1. It is safe to let others see
When kayaking, try to wear brightly colored clothing, preferably a life jacket with reflective strips, so that when the light is dim, it is easier to be noticed than dark colors. When paddling in a group, you must line up closely with your companions, so that even if an accident occurs, you can be discovered and rescued in time. When rowing in the dark day or night, you should row with suitable lights. The lights can not only make your vision clear but also let others discover yourself in the dark, especially on the water surface where other boats are sailing.
2. Equipped with the right equipment
Choose a suitable size and qualified life jacket, and prepare swimsuits, swimming trunks, hats, sunscreen clothing, sunscreen, sunglasses, etc., and bring enough drinking water. The mobile phone should be placed in a waterproof bag after ensuring that the battery is sufficient. If you are going to some very remote waters, to prevent the mobile phone from having no signal, it is best to configure a wireless marine radio station and a positioning navigator. In addition, it is best to bring a waterproof flashlight or emergency light, as well as a whistle, in case of emergency. Before rowing, be sure to carefully check whether your equipment is in normal use.



3. Know the rules of boating
Proficient in water lifesaving skills, especially if you can't swim, it is not recommended to go boating outdoors alone. When rowing, try to keep a little closer to the shore, sail on the right side like a vehicle, pay attention to other boats and give way to them actively. No paddling while intoxicated or in poor health, and no paddling in high heels.
4. Understand the water environment
Know the weather information clearly before going out, and try not to row boats in heavy rain and windy weather. Originally beautiful valleys or rivers may have floods or mudslides during the flood season. This requires special attention. At the same time, you need to stay away from dangerous waters such as power stations and dams and not row in places such as transportation lines, waterways, and safe crossing routes. Try to choose lakes and reservoirs, calm the river surface, and row on the sea without wind and waves. When boating at sea, you should consider the factors of high tide and low tide. Just remember to research as much information as possible about the area you will be visiting.
5. Stay vigilant

Prepare an emergency landing site before launching into the water, and go ashore immediately in case of heavy rain or dense fog while paddling. Be aware of the surrounding conditions at all times during rowing, especially other boats and underwater obstacles, and listen to music without earphones while rowing. Remember that the waves of large boats, yachts, speedboats, and motorboats passing by can overturn your small boat.



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