If your interest in kayaking stems from the desire to get outside and spend time with your friends and family or to explore the endless waterways that surround you, the Recreational Kayaking Ultimate Guide is an easy-to-read updated guide makes paddling fun and safe for both new and developing paddlers. Recreational Kayaking - The Ultimate Guide features over 200 stunning, full color photos from locations around North America. You'll learn how to choose the right equipment, important issues to understand before you hit the water, the essential strokes and paddling techniques, how to get the most out of your kayak, how to stay safe on the water, and much more.