{"product_id":"the-complete-sea-kayakers-handbook-paperback","title":"The Complete Sea Kayaker's Handbook - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eShelley Johnson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"...Her writing is clear and concise, sprinkled with bits of humor and many tips gleamed from her years working as a kayak instructor, guide and outfitter.\"\u003cbr\u003e--\u003ci\u003eSea Kayaker Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe first edition of \u003ci\u003eThe Complete Sea Kayaker's Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e received immediate acclaim with its selection as the Best Outdoor Instructional Book by the National Outdoor Book Award group. Now this book boasts 352 pages with changes throughout to reflect the growth of kayaking as a sport. This book is your first step to adventure on the water, with everything you need to know, from buying a kayak to dressing for the water. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUpdates include: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eNew photos throughout showing new boats, equipment, stretching, and repair techniques \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA new section on used boats and how to shop for them \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpanded sections on: boat materials section to include the newer laminates; buying a new kayak; use of GPS for navigation; family paddling; Planning Your Dream Trip; Taking Care of Your Stuff to include more retrofit and repair information on a wider range of boat and paddle material \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImprovements in materials and more data on hypothermia; \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChanges in safety technique descriptions reflecting the new equipment on the market \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003einformation on stretching, proper posture in a kayak, and easy modifications to kayak seats for more comfortable paddling \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eTopics include: Getting Ready; Kayaks; Accessories and Clothing; Getting to Know Your Kayak; Controlling Your Kayak; Getting Into and Out of the Water; Real Life Paddling; Finding Your Way: Kayak Navigation; Trip Logistics; Group safety; Kayak Camping; Planning Your Dream Trip; Taking Care of Your Stuff\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eShelley Johnson\u003c\/b\u003e is well known as both a kayaking instructor and advocate. She is an American Canoe Association certified instructor, a member of the Maine Association of Sea Kayak Guides and Instructors, and a Registered Maine Guide. She is the author of \u003ci\u003eSea Kayaker's Pocket Guide\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eSea Kayaking: A Women's Guide\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 352\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.61 x 9.23 x 7.36 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 09, 2011\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45218327363686,"sku":"9780071747110","price":42.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/7255\/0758\/files\/Nm5pUDRxdUhHVWlZdkt2cnVQRXExZz09.webp?v=1773492629","url":"https:\/\/infinitylightwa.com\/products\/the-complete-sea-kayakers-handbook-paperback","provider":"Infinity Light","version":"1.0","type":"link"}