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Kayaking in Naples, Florida is a fun-filled activity where every participant is guaranteed to enjoy the gorgeous views of the… environment including the sprawling mangroves and the wildlife therein as well as the coast. Unfortunately, whether you are a novice or a pro paddler, some errors can easily turn your seemingly tranquil paddling day into a hard one. Therefore, to help you make the most of your kayaking experience in Naples, it is important to consider the following common kayaking errors and their avoidance. 1. Ignoring the Importance of Weather and Tides The heading out is usually one of the worst mistakes that most kayakers make without taking into consideration the weather and tidal area conditions. One thing for sure is that the weather in Florida particularly the kayakers will be heading to is very fickle and so are the tides. Sufficiently strong tides or even a sudden rainfall storm can render impossible the act of paddling – worse still, may turn out to be very risky Solution: Before you head out, check local weather forecasts and tide charts. For example, very accurate tide prediction for Naples is available on many apps and websites, for example, NOAA. If you are a novice in kayaking, perhaps it would help to slow down your adventurous spirit and commence all serious excursions when the weather is fine and there is slack tide. 2. Going For The Wrong Kayak Water environments will not suit all types of kayaks. This might affect your safety and comfort while using the kayak as well as the enjoyment of the water activity. For example, a narrow touring kayak might be hard to use for proper balancing for a beginner while an outing sit on top kayak that is very common for such instances might be a shorter and easier trip. Solution: Calm and flat-water conditions like those available in the estuaries and bays in Naples call for sit on top or recreational kayaks which are mostly ideal offering stability and ease of use. Some such as Mike’s Coastal Expeditions have variations for different purposes that even offer clear kayaks for varied underwater views. To avoid unnecessary struggle as well as to be able to enjoy the paddle better it is advisable to always select the appropriate kayak according to one’s skill level and intended course. 3. Underestimating Food and Water Supplies Even more so in the state of Florida, kayaking can be very strenuous. Many participants do not realize how much physical exertion it will require, leading them to tiredness and lack of water. Solution: In any case, cause a lot of water and a few carrying light snacks filled with energy. With such measures taken, it is not problem to sustain the energy levels and keep hydrated with a refillable water bottle and some trail mix or energy bars. It might be a good idea to place your supplies within a dry bag as that will protect them from water raveling and make it easy to reach out to during the rests. Read less