All Boaters Should Follow Basic Kayak Safety Rules:
please always use common sense and follow all safety rules at all times.
It is important to check whether and tides before kayaking activity. Trying to be more aware of current conditions can help you plan a more safe and efficient trip.
Kayak EquipmentSome accessories are necessary, like a paddle and PFD. Some may not be essential for every trip, but can play a large part in keeping you safe and making your trip more enjoyable.
REC/TOURING
| CLOTHING
| COLD WEATHER
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- PFD/Life Jacket
- Compass
- Maps and tidal charts
- Extra food and water
- Dry bags
- Spare paddle or paddle leash
- Paddle float
- Bilge pump
- Boat sponge
- Marine radio
- Flares/signaling device
- Safety whistle
- Tow line
- First aid kit
- Sunscreen
| - Cap/sunhat
- Sunglasses
- Paddle jacket
- Base layer top
| - Dry top
- Dry pants
- Wet or dry suit
- Gloves or pogies
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(Ocean Kayak, 2016)
Participants should realize the potential risk involved. You become more conscious of safe behavior, so rising their realization of safety in aqua sports.This is a safety guidelines/ rules what should you do or don't do during the water sport activity from LCSD. It is in order to rise aqua sport participants awareness of safety and make them more enjoyable.
(LCSD, 2014)