By Kerry Howe. Pbk, 148mm x 210mm, 144 pages, monochrome photographs and drawings.
New Zealand is the ideal location for extended trips by sea kayak. The weather is kind and the coastline - with its golden, tree-fringed bays, dramatic headlands and secluded inlets - is second to none, offering spectacular scenery from the cockpit and a range of unforgettable camping spots.
If you've mastered the art of handling a sea kayak and you want to progress beyond day-tripping, look no further than this manual. Kerry Howe offers a wealth of advice and information that will help you enjoy a rewarding and safe expedition. Topics include:

• trip planning and preparation
• equipment for your sea kayak
• equipment for the shore
• navigation
• weather
• staying in touch
• safety and hazards at sea
• environmental issues

Whether you're out for a overnight group trip or several days solo, you'll want to make this book a regular fixture on your packing list.