Touring Kayaks

Our kayak safety tips set you up for successful adventures. Instead of obsessing about danger, focus on stacking the odds in your favor.

Capsizes happen. You should be ready if they do and skilled at preventing them. We show how edging and brace strokes can keep you upright.

Learn how to exit and reenter a kayak after capsizing. Practicing these techniques will increase your confidence during any paddling trip.

The T-rescue offers a quick way to get a capsized kayak partner back in their boat. Check out our video and article for the basic steps.

Every kayak trips starts with a launch and ends with a landing. Learn basic steps for shore and dock put-ins and take-outs.

Learn how to read a tide table to know the best time to explore tide pools, dig for clams, anchor your boat or beachcomb for shells.