Sea Kayaking Illustrated : A Visual Guide to Better Paddling

Have serious fun as you master every essential kayaking skill

Are you a visual learner? Short on time? Do you like a little entertainment with your instruction? Then Sea Kayaking Illustrated is for you. It combines concise, easy-to-understand instruction with lively, information-packed, often hilarious illustrations to show you how to improve your kayaking skills.

Developed by a certified instructor, this complete program in sea kayaking takes you on a visual tour of everything this accessible sport has to offer.

• Paddling in wind and waves—in other words, sea kayaking!
• Gear—every kayaker's favorite topic
• Rescue techniques—if you haven't flipped yet, just wait
• Carrying kayaks—learn the intricacies of ropes, straps, and racks
• Surf's up—tips for wave dodgers and seasoned shredders
• River touring—no salt water needed!
• Kayak camping—how to Leave No Trace in style
• Coping with critters—from sea lions to sharks
• And much more—yes, there really is much more

"While chock-full of dead-on sea kayaking instruction, it's the fun and easy-to-digest format that sets this book apart. Reading it is a pleasure."—Frederick Reimers, Paddler

"Just the thing if you want a solid and comprehensive look at sea kayaking in all its forms."—John Lull, author, Sea Kayaking Safety and Rescues, instructor-trainer, ACA

John Robison has been certified by the American Canoe Association in coastal kayak, whitewater kayak, and whitewater canoe instruction and has paddled extensively around the world.