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| 05 | 05 GENERAL SAFETY Paddling enables people of all ages and abilities to experience nature with unrivalled closeness and variety. Adventures range from brief outings to challenging treks, but even the simplest trip can quickly lead to danger if proper precautions are not taken. No matter what type of canoe or kayak you’re using, there are basics every boater should know. Always wear an appropriately rated and sized personal fl oatation device (PFD). Learn your craft: start slow and seek proper instruction. Practice your skills, rescues and first aid techniques in a variety of conditions until you are thoroughly familiar with them. Dress for the water temperature. Weather conditions can change quickly, turning a warm afternoon’s paddle into a challenge to remember. If you prepare to get wet, you’ll stay warm whatever nature brings your way! Protect yourself by learning to read water and weather, and never leave shore in conditions for which you are unprepared. Consult local tide charts and maps, talk to experts and be aware of weather forecasts. Never paddle alone. Let people know where you plan to go and when you plan to return. Finally, be on the lookout for potential hazards such as other boats, weather and other natural dangers. These paddling basics will help keep you safe, warm and just where you want to be–on the water! For sit-on-top rescue instructions go on-line to com/basics/ and click on “How to Re-enter a Kayak” For sit-inside rescue instructions go on-line to or For canoe rescue instructions go on-line to | 06 | 06 TRANSPORTATION Paddling kayaks and canoes may be the most graceful way to explore our waters. But handling boats on land can be cumbersome. Thankfully, proper equipment makes transportation easy and safe. Ideally your canoe should be carried cockpit-side down, but kayaks can be transported cockpit-side down, on their sides with appropriate rack accessories (like Stackers or J-style hull supports) or cockpit-side up using cradles or saddles. No matter how you carry your boat, be sure to run two straps around the hull to the roof rack in addition to lines from the bow and stern to both bumpers of your vehicle. Straps wrapped too-tightly around the hull can warp your boat (especially in hot weather). Keep the lines snug, and take care not to harm your boat. The manufacturer of your roof rack may have special instructions and weight recommendations for carrying boats on your vehicle. Check with the rack manufacturer if you have questions. If you do not have a rack system, soft rack pads can be used between the boat and your car top. Run straps over the canoe or kayak and through the car doors to secure the boat to the roof, in addition to tying it to your bumpers at the bow and stern. Remember straps should be secure, but not overly tight. Stop and check your load as you drive. STORAGE Your new boat is carefully crafted to ensure optimum durabil...

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