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BASIC SAFETY RULES DURING RAFTING

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You should always wear a safety vest. The kayak is stable however it is possible to score a capsize. Avoid paddling a 1-person or solo kayak. There are times when the assistance of a second kayak is essential. This is especially true on difficult rivers. Amateurs should categorically not kayak in this way. It is not allowed to get into a kayak after drinking alcohol, or to consume alcohol during the rafting trip. One should "head" across natural obstacles. When passing under a low footbridge, do not lean sideways, lie down in the canoe on your back and move under the obstacle with your hands. If there is a necessity and possibility of assistance from the water when crossing the obstacle, the first settlement should warn the others and help the others to cross the obstacle. There should be only one settlement directly in front of the obstacle, the others should wait for their turn at a distance of several tens of meters, so that if necessary the settlement crossing t

Extreme sailing - what speed can a sailing yacht reach?

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Fans of sailing yachts also relish stories about the dizzying speeds their boats are capable of reaching. How do such boasts translate into reality? We check. The stories of yacht owners usually deal with the incredible speeds achieved by their vessels. Believing the words of enthusiasts, one can get the impression that the bolides they praise to the skies even move at the speed of light. The reality, however, can very quickly verify the exuberant imagination and put such stories between the fairy tales - because the laws of physics are merciless and can not be cheated. Let's see how the speed of a sailing yacht presents itself from a professional point of view and, equally importantly, is there even a grain of truth in the stories of yacht enthusiasts? What is the maximum speed of a yacht? To begin with, it is worth noting the basic factors that affect the speed of a yacht - these are mass, shape, and, of course, atmospheric conditions. Hydroanalysts were able to prove years

For kayaking with children - at what age can you start?

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Kayaking trips are becoming increasingly popular. They are an ideal way for active recreation and close contact with nature. But is it possible to go on them with the whole family, together with children? Of course, you can! Kayaking can be a great adventure not only for us adults but also for our kids. At this point, however, parents are asking themselves the first, basic question. How old should a child be to be taken on a rafting trip? Are there any regulatory restrictions? Does it depend only on the parent's and the child's desire to participate in such an activity? We will try to answer these questions today. Child on a canoe trip - under the supervision of an adult and experienced person A child of any age can go kayaking . There are no regulatory restrictions. The only condition is to ensure his safety. Therefore, every child on a canoe trip should be accompanied by an adult. And one adult should be supervised by only one child. It's also good if the adult