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Chapter Two Before You Get Underway Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Key Topics u Know Your Paddlecraft’s Capacity u Filing a “Float Plan” u Transporting Your Paddlecraft u Conducting a Pre-departure Check u Dressing for a Paddlecraft Trip Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Key Topics (cont. ) u Loading Gear in a Paddlecraft u Maintaining and Storing Your Paddlecraft u Knowing Your Responsibilities When Paddling With Others u Hand Paddle Signals Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Objectives You should be able to… u. Explain how to find a paddlecraft’s capacity. u. Prepare a proper float plan. u. Describe the correct way to transport a canoe or kayak. Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Objectives (cont. ) u. Describe the proper way to dress for a paddlecraft trip. u. Explain how to load gear into a paddlecraft properly. u. Explain how to maintain and store a paddlecraft. u. Name the responsibilities you have when paddling with others. Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Paddlecraft’s Capacity A boat’s capacity is the maximum number of people and/or weight the boat can carry safely in good weather. Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Paddlecraft’s Capacity (cont. ) n Where to find capacity information: ● On the boat ● Owner’s manual ● Other sources Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Paddlecraft’s Capacity (cont. ) n For boats with no capacity plate: Number of people = vessel length (ft. ) X vessel width (ft. ) 15 Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Paddlecraft’s Capacity (cont. ) n Example: canoe is 17 feet long and 3 feet wide Number of people = 17 feet long X 3 feet wide 15 Number of people = 51 15 Number of people = 3. 4 passengers (no more than 3 passengers) Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Filing a Float Plan n At the very least, tell: ● Description of the boats in the group ● Who will be traveling in group ● Destination and route, and expected time of departure and return Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Transporting Your Paddlecraft Choosing a Cartop Carrier Rack n Choose a carrier rack designed for a canoe or kayak. n Do not use the luggage rack that came with vehicle without attaching a canoe or kayak carrier rack to it. Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Transporting Your Paddlecraft (cont. ) Mounting the Boat on a Cartop Rack n Use a long piece of carpet. n Transport boat upside down. Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Transporting Your Paddlecraft (cont. ) Steps for loading: n Lift boat and position bow. n Lift stern, push boat forward. Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Transporting Your Paddlecraft (cont. ) n Fasten the boat securely to the rack. ● Attach a strap to one side of rack. Pull strap across boat. Secure strap to other side of rack. ● Attach a strap to bow and front bumper of vehicle. ● Attach a strap to stern and vehicle’s rear bumper. Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Transporting Your Paddlecraft (cont. ) Tips: n When transporting boat over a long distance, stop periodically to examine straps. n If you are taking a one-way trip, arrange for a vehicle with a carrier rack to meet you at destination. Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Transporting Your Paddlecraft (cont. ) Transporting a Motor n If motor is separate n If motor is attached to canoe Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Conducting a Pre-Departure Check the weather forecast and water conditions. Check for leaks in the hull. Drain all water from inside the boat. Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Pre-Departure Check (cont. ) Make sure all paddlers and passengers wear: ● A life jacket with whistle attached ● Appropriate clothing ● A hat or helmet if white-water paddling ● Sunscreen Be sure gear is secured properly to keep it from shifting or falling overboard. Leave a float plan with a reliable friend or relative. Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Dressing for a Paddlecraft Trip Selecting Your Clothing n Dress according to the temperature of the water, not the open air. n 120° Rule: If the sum of the air temperature and water temperature is less than 120° F. , wear a wetsuit or drysuit while paddling. Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Dressing for a Paddlecraft Trip (cont. ) n Dress in layers. ● First layer ● Second layer ● Outer garment Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Dressing for a Paddlecraft Trip (cont. ) Other Items n Hat or helmet n Footwear n Gloves Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Loading Gear in a Paddlecraft Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Maintaining and Storing Maintaining Your Paddlecraft Examine the boat in the water to check for cracks or leaks. Examine hull when the boat is out of the water. Check and tighten screws and deck fittings. Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Maintaining and Storing (cont. ) Check paddles for breaks, dents, weak points. Check lines and grab handles for fraying. For kayaks, check flotation air bags to be sure they stay inflated. Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Maintaining and Storing (cont. ) Storing Your Paddlecraft Store boat, paddles, and life jackets in a dry place out of the sun. Store the boat off the ground and upside down. Deflate air bags. Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Maintaining and Storing (cont. ) Lay paddles flat on a shelf or across two support bars. Do not hang plastic boats by toggles or grab loops for extended periods. Refer to owner’s manual for recommended maintenance schedules. Owner’s Manual Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Know Your Responsibilities Before leaving: Assess the skills of all paddlers in the group. Review your pre-departure checklist. Make sure you have everything you need for a safe trip. Discuss safety. Review the following information with your passengers or other boats in your group: Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Know Your Responsibilities (cont. ) ● Location of all emergency equipment and how to use them ● The need for everyone on board to wear a life jacket ● Laws about careless, reckless, or negligent operation, and Homeland Security measures Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Know Your Responsibilities (cont. ) ● Boater courtesy ● Emergency procedures for responding to a capsize or fall overboard ● Location and description of known local hazards along intended route Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Know Your Responsibilities (cont. ) Review ways to communicate among all members of the group: ● How to signal for help ● Whistle signals—make sure everyone in your group knows and uses the same signals. Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Know Your Responsibilities (cont. ) Hand signals I’m OK Help/Emergency Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Know Your Responsibilities (cont. ) Stop All Clear Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Review Questions n What does a boat’s capacity information tell you? Answer: the maximum number of people and/or the weight the boat can carry safely in good weather Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Review Questions (cont. ) n What three things should be included on your float plan before you embark on an extended outing? Answer: ● boat’s description: size, make, etc. ● passengers/others with you: numbers, names, and addresses ● trip plan: destination, route, expected departure and return times Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Review Questions (cont. ) n Can you use the luggage rack on your car to transport a paddlecraft instead of getting a special carrier rack? Answer: no Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Review Questions (cont. ) n What are three tie-down connections that are used to secure a paddlecraft to a carrier rack? Answer: ● Tie the strap to one side of the carrier, go across the paddlecraft, and tie the strap on the other side of the carrier. ● Tie the paddlecraft’s bow to the front bumper of the car. ● Tie the paddlecraft’s stern to the rear bumper of the car. Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Review Questions (cont. ) n What are three things on the pre-departure checklist that all paddlers and passengers should wear? Answer: (any three) ● a life jacket with a whistle attached ● appropriate clothing for the conditions ● a hat or helmet ● sunscreen Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Review Questions (cont. ) n What are three reasons that you should not wear cotton as the first layer of clothing when dressing for a paddlecraft trip? Answer: ● It absorbs moisture. ● It dries slowly when it gets wet. ● It is a poor heat insulator. Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Review Questions (cont. ) n What do you want to avoid when selecting footwear? Answer: It should not hinder your swimming or fall off too easily if you capsize. Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Review Questions (cont. ) n What are three ways that gloves can protect your hands? Answer: (any three) ● They help prevent blisters. ● They keep your hands warm so that you can hold onto the paddle. ● They prevent sunburn. ● They protect against rocks in white-water capsizes. Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Review Questions (cont. ) n What can happen if you hold a container between your legs while paddling? Answer: It can make it difficult to pull your legs from the boat if you capsize. Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Review Questions (cont. ) n What are three maintenance tips for checking the hull when your boat is out of the water? Answer: (any three) ● ● ● Remove oxidation. Check for damage from rocks. Patch any cracks or holes. Clean the hull. Check wooden canoes for dry rot and wet rot. Treat the hull with an appropriate UV inhibitor if recommended. Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Review Questions (cont. ) n What is the operator of a boat responsible for ensuring that everyone understands? Answer: common rules and communication methods Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Review Questions (cont. ) n Demonstrate the following hand paddle signals: ● Stop ● Help/Emergency ● All clear ● I’m OK Answer: Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
Review Questions (cont. ) I’m OK Stop Help/ Emergency All Clear Copyright © 2010 Boat Ed
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