Getting out on the water in a kayak is easier than you think How to Kayak: An Introduction to Kayaking for Beginners, covers the essentials step-by-step without overwhelming you with intimidating diagrams and long lists. It walks you through everything you need to know to be a responsible paddler, from general safety & etiquette, the different kinds of kayaks, the parts of a kayak, how to launch & land, how to make a kayak go where you want and everything in between.