Kayaking is a tremendously wide-ranging sport. You can go for a leisurely paddle on your local pond, travel down a river or experience the thrills of ehite water. It is truly a sport for life. This lavishly-illustrated, clearly-written guide will have you out on the water fast - and in safety.It covers:How to get startedThe equipment you"ll needLaunchinghow to control the boatBasic manoeuvresWhat to do if you capsizeThe Eskimo rollRescue procedures.