A paddle is used to control direction and provide power when boating. Different types of paddles are suited to different activities and water conditions. Bent shaft paddles provide more power because the blade face stays vertical in the water longer. Paddles are made of various materials like wood, plastic, or aluminum and come in different blade, shaft, and handle styles to suit user preference.
A paddle is used to control direction and provide power when boating. Different types of paddles are suited to different activities and water conditions. Bent shaft paddles provide more power because the blade face stays vertical in the water longer. Paddles are made of various materials like wood, plastic, or aluminum and come in different blade, shaft, and handle styles to suit user preference.
A paddle is used to control direction and provide power when boating. Different types of paddles are suited to different activities and water conditions. Bent shaft paddles provide more power because the blade face stays vertical in the water longer. Paddles are made of various materials like wood, plastic, or aluminum and come in different blade, shaft, and handle styles to suit user preference.
It controls your direction and provides power to work with or against water flow. It's your paddle. While most paddles will work for most people, using the best paddle for the type of paddling and water can make the trip more enjoyable. Remember, use the paddle blade to move the boat, not the water. Answer the questions below by filling in the spaces in the blades. Unscramble the circled letters to form the secret word. 1. A paddle provides the _ to move through the water. 2. A paddle moves your boat forward and _. 3. A _ bag is a waterproof storage bag. 4. It's a stroke that pulls the boat toward the paddle. 5. _ jacket always wear it! E _ _ _ _ _ 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. CANOES KAYAKS www.safeboatingcouncil.org grip shaft throat blade tip Bent- shaft paddles provide more power because the face of the blade stays vertical in the water longer. B l a d e s ,
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