SNOWEY Posted May 13, 2006 #1 Share Posted May 13, 2006 I am new to this so tell me is it hard to tip a kayak? I want to Kayak in Ketchikan, however, I do not want to end up in frozen water. I have no skill, however, I am in good physical condition. Going next week so time is of the essence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yukon Posted May 13, 2006 #2 Share Posted May 13, 2006 Unless you get into heavy surf, it's almost impossible to tip a kayak. And no excursion out of Ketchikan will get you anywhere close to heavy surf - have fun! Murray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisin'mama Posted May 13, 2006 #3 Share Posted May 13, 2006 Is it safe to take cameras/camcorders on with you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SNOWEY Posted May 13, 2006 Author #4 Share Posted May 13, 2006 Unless you get into heavy surf, it's almost impossible to tip a kayak. And no excursion out of Ketchikan will get you anywhere close to heavy surf - have fun! Murray Oh great, DH has no excuse for not coming. When we were in Icy Straight, there were a group of kayakers somewhat close to the shore. Very near them were whales, jumping, etc. We could not believe this. Maybe they were not as close as they looked but it looked close enought for me. Is this common? It sure looked awesome! Claudia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sopwith Posted May 13, 2006 #5 Share Posted May 13, 2006 Tipping a kayak is just as easy as tipping a crew member. If you smile while you hold out the money, it will gladly accept. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irisheileen Posted May 13, 2006 #6 Share Posted May 13, 2006 Oh great, DH has no excuse for not coming. When we were in Icy Straight, there were a group of kayakers somewhat close to the shore. Very near them were whales, jumping, etc. We could not believe this. Maybe they were not as close as they looked but it looked close enought for me. Is this common? It sure looked awesome! Claudia My daughter and husband were Kayaking in Ketchikan two summers ago and had Whales 30 feet from their Kayak! They loved the Kayaking and would recommend it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisin'mama Posted May 13, 2006 #7 Share Posted May 13, 2006 What about on Lake Bernard after the White Pass train? I assume that would be pretty calm, but obviously no whales! In late June, what are wildlife that will probably be seen? Cathy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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