By Courtney Rodland
Originally written by Courtney in May 2012 and edited in 2020- Kari
You might not live near the ocean like us, but chances are you live near water of some sort. A foot or more of water is essentially all you need to kayak. You need a kayak and paddle as well, of course. We own our kayaks because we use them frequently, but if you want to kayak you can either find a place right on the water that rents them or you can rent them from an outdoor store and travel to where you’d like to go. If you’re kayaking with another person then I’d suggest separate kayaks, not a double kayak. Double kayaks are lovingly referred to as “divorce boats”. Don’t go there, just get your own! However, I have heard of two adults using a double kayak and then sticking a child in the storage hatch in the middle- sitting in it just like another kayak seat, not closed inside, of course. What you need you need for kayaking with kids
-PFD’s everyone need to wear a life vests with floats
– Kayaks and paddles
– Snacks and drinks
– Extra clothing in a dry bag
– Hats and sunscreen
-Water shoes
-First Aid supplies
–Maps and compasses for long trips
