Re: [Paddlewise] free lessons

From: <Outfit3029_at_aol.com>
Date: Sat, 20 Apr 2002 08:57:11 EDT
In a message dated 4/19/02 5:05:07 PM !!!First Boot!!!, jaf30_at_cornell.edu 
writes:


> I guess this brings up a question for the list.  If you were to design a 
> three hour "Intro to kayaking" class that would be including with the 
> purchase of a new kayak, what should it include?

 The fact that this is an "Intro to kayaking" should be reinforced. 
 Situational awareness should be emphasized. Don't become so preoccupied with 
form or fun that you forget about potential dangers around you (boaters, 
wildlife, weather).
 The primary concern when departing shore should be a safe return to shore.
 That it doesn't matter which vessel was the giveway vessel when you are 
upside down in an oyster bed. Chances are the offender is long gone by the 
time you recover.

Bruce McC
 WEO

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