| Most
of the kayak fishermen that venture out any great distance
from shore have developed experience and confidence over time.
Most start in protected harbors such as Newport, San Diego
or Dana Point and close to shore in lakes until they get familiar
and comfortable. The next step is to take one of the many
surf launch classes that the kayak shops and local Guides
offer. When you feel ready to go remember there are a lot
of little things that will make you safer on the water, things
I would recommend you consider before you venture out.
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"Float Plan" First, it is a good
idea to let someone else know your "Float Plan",
I.E. General location that you will be paddling and/or fishing,
and a expected time that you will return. If you end up hours
late returning, at least someone else knows where you staerted,
and can contact assistance.
"Never float alone" Second, going
offshore by yourself has a certain amount of risk involved,
and I don't recommend or support this practice. On the West
Coast of the USA where I kayak fish, there are often 3-6'
swells, waves off boats that pass close to you, and numerous
other factors that can come into play. The odds of a capsize
is too high to risk being out there alone.
"Always wear a PFD" I think you
should always wear a PFD (Personal Flotation Device). I consider
myself a good swimmer, but I am 55 years old and anything
can happen. I could have a heart attack or stroke, or i could
get hit by a boat or jet ski. When there are others around
you with personal watercraft and/or boats, things happen quickly.
Im a klutz, I could just plain fall off. I always wear one
even in the bays.
You should always carry a first-aid kit. It
contains everything you will need to bandage a small cut or
burn, even asprin for the headache.
If you can afford it a FRS or UHF radio is
a great idea. These can save your life in an emergency not
to mention keep you in contact with other fishermen who might
have found a school of fish. Some guys carry a couple hand
launched flares. They are rated for day/night time. I prefer
to carry an air horn like the one in the picture. They are
not expensive and if you ever need to call attention to yourself
any cost will be worth it.
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