kayaks and kayaking

Thirteen-year-olds Aaron and Lisa and their fathers, and seventeen-year-old Cassidy and his dad--embark on a sea kayaking trip off the coast of the Pacific Northwest that brings them unexpected and even terrifying adventures.

Considered lazy and unathletic, twelve-year-old Ryan discovers a heroic side of himself when a kayak trip with his older brother goes horribly awry.

After soldiers kill his family, twelve-year-old Santiago and his four-year-old sister flee Guatemala in a kayak and try to reach the United States.

Presents an introduction to kayaking, including the different types, choosing equipment, technique, safety, and more.

A kayaking and rafting overview that covers clothes and equipment, basic skills, activities, related fitness, and places to enjoy these sports around the world and includes an interview with an avid kayaker.

After soldiers kill his family, twelve-year-old Santiago and his four-year-old sister flee Guatemala in a kayak and try to reach the United States.

Examines archaeological excavations of the watercraft of ancient Native Americans and what the findings tell us about the daily life and culture of people who lived thousands of years ago.

A guide to the equipment, skills, and safety precautions required for rafting, canoeing, and kayaking. Also includes a glossary of pertinent terms and the international scale of river difficulty.

Describes the equipment, skills and techniques, safety concerns, and conservation issues of white-water kayaking.

A discussion of kayaking with simple text and photographs, covering equipment, safety, races, and techniques, such as scouting and rolling.