Among the most important sea kayking skills is the ability to rescue oneself and others. In this video, SKILS instructor JF Marleau demonstrates several new and innovative kayak rescues performed with a lap bag, or paddler’s ditch kit. “A lap bag is not just a purse for kayakers,” explains Marleau, “It’s also a safety device.” Watch the video to learn how to use your bag to assist with re-enter and rolls, or as a paddle float or stirrup for self rescues.
See more kayak techniques on SKILS’s YouTube channel.
