RE: [Paddlewise] Not Enough Rescue Practice

"...a wonderful opportunity to practice rescues "en group" which keeps the
curious away from solo rescue practice when they think you are flowndering
and drowning!"
So, you've had this experience too? I have mistakenly practised a few rolls
and rescues 300 m off a bayside beach here during a children's surf
carnival. I didn't think I'd be noticed, but as I was righting the boat for
a float rescue, 2 Zodiacs with outboards rushed out to me, full of surf
lifesavers eager to give assistance. Should've found a more discreet place
to practise.
A local kayak seller and trip guide here takes trips with beginners, and has
an inflatable with outboard following as security. Does this happen
elsewhere? Seems to kill the quiet joy of paddling to me.
PT.

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