What's the best way to get into kiyaking?

Question

I don't own a kiyak or anything. What's the best places to kiyak?

Answer 1

It is spelled "kayak".  There are several clubs in Alabama:

Birmingham Canoe Club

www.birminghamcanoeclub.org

Coosa River Paddling Club

Montgomery

www.ag.auburn.edu/grassroots/crpc/

Huntsville Canoe Club

Huntsville

www.huntsvillecanoeclub.org

You can contact the closest club and they may be able to assist you.  A lot of clubs have roll sessions and other opportunities to learn.  The boating community is pretty good about welcoming potential new paddlers and you can borrow gear in a lot of cases to try out paddling.

Answer 2

First, ask yourself where you would like to paddle?

Ocean, Flat-water (lakes and rivers), or White Water (rivers)

Second, look for local outfitters who offer boat rentals, lessons*, and a guide* to try it out and do it properly.

* especially for white water



Third, join a paddling group/club.  This should be easy.  Kayaking is best when shared.

Fourth, at some point you are going to want to buy a boat.  Try craigslist.org for your first boat.  It will save you some cash until it becomes a fulltime addiction.

I've included some links below to help you on your way...

See you on the water!

Answer 3

Probably rivers or lakes. If i knew where you lived i could help you abit more.

Answer 4

feet first always worked well for me...and if you can't swim, carry a bar of soap with you so if you get tossed into the water, you can use the soap to wash yourself ashore...