Complete Sea Kayak Touring (2nd Edition) by Jonathan Hanson

They're doing it in New Zealand. In places as diverse as Washington and the Baja, they do it with gray and killer whales, respectively. National parks are using it for ecological tours.

We're talking about kayaking, a sport that can be as leisurely as it can be thrilling. From exploring the undeveloped Coast of Maine to dodging rocks on the Hudson, people looking to embrace an adventure have hit the waters in small, narrow, manually operated vessels for fun.

Of course what a lot of people don't talk about is the thrill is tied to the risk. Complete Sea Kayak Touring goes beyond the quick lesson you get before renting a kayak or taking the entire family onto a raging river. And that can be sufficient, but some of us are ready to know more about this sport. In that regard, this book contains over 200 pages of lessons about what everyone has to know about sea kayaking and touring. It goes beyond the fundamentals of kayaks themselves and the gear, including paddling techniques. Learn about proper navigation, planning and provisioning, cold weather conditions, as well as critical information about recoveries and rescues.

Complete Sea Kayak Touring is the perfect guide for developing proficiency with a kayak on the waters. The author, Jonathan Hanson, has been an instructor and guide for two decades and has written about the sport for National Geographic Adventure and Outside magazines. He's going to make sure you get the most out of your sea tour kayaking, maximizing safety and adventure.