Water Sports And Activities

Offers a unique insight into these growing areas of the tourism industry looking at their interaction, market profiles, advantages and their effects on the environment. Gayle Jennings, Griffith University, Australia.

Welcome to Water Sports and Activities - A Practical Guide to Aquatic Hobbies, Pastimes and Recreation! your manual to exploring the exhilarating world of aquatic adventure. Whether you’re a seasoned water sports enthusiast or a newcomer eager to dive into new experiences, this booklet is your passport to a world of excitement, challenge, and discovery on or in the water. From the serene tranquillity of stand-up paddle-boarding to the adrenaline-fuelled thrills of windsurfing and wakeboarding, this book covers a wide range of water-based activities suitable for all ages and skill levels except the most advanced. With detailed descriptions, practical tips, and expert advice, you’ll learn everything you need to know to get started, improve your skills, and make the most of your time on or in the water. Discover the basics of each sport, from equipment essentials to fundamental techniques, safety considerations, and advanced manoeuvres. Explore popular destinations, hidden gems, and must-visit waterways around the world, and gain insights into the rich history, culture, and community surrounding each activity. Whether you’re seeking relaxation, fitness, competition, or simply a new way to connect with nature, “Water Sports and Activities” has something for everyone. So grab your gear, dive in, and prepare for an unforgettable aquatic adventure!

Written by a team of international contributors, from Australia, Europe and the USA, the text uses international case studies and examples to illustrate and highlight discussion. Contributors include: Paul Beedie, De Montfort University, UK; Kay Dimmock, Southern Cross University, Australia; Gary Easthope, University of Tasmania, Australia; Simon Hudson, University of Calgary, Canada; Gayle Jennings, Griffith University, Australia; Lilian Jonas, Jonas Consulting, USA; Les Killion, Central Queensland University, Australia; Gianna Moscardo, James Cook University, Australia; Harold Richins, Sierra Nevada College, USA; Chris Ryan, The University of Waikato, New Zealand.

Michael and Kristin give pointers on water safety--at the beach, in the pool, fishing, and in the bathtub.

This engaging and educational book is designed to introduce children, aged around 6 years, to the exciting world of water sports, young readers will learn about various water sports activities and their benefits. From swimming and surfing to kayaking and sailing, this book encourages children to embrace the water, stay active, and enjoy the wonders of aquatic adventures. Join us as we dive into a world of fun and discover the joy of water sports!

Catastrophic Injuries in Sport and Recreation is an essential reference guide to safe participation in a wide variety of sports and recreational activities. A masterful achievement of methodology, it is the first complete epidemiological study and analysis of all catastrophic injuries in all sports and recreational activities that occurred within a large defined geographical area with a large population: ten million people within the province of Ontario between 1986 and 1995. Concentrating on injuries that resulted in death or long term disability, the contributors identify both the personal risk factors for participants and the societal risk factors that are important causes for these kinds of injuries. Providing detailed analysis of 2154 case studies, the contributors demonstrate what went wrong in each event, and show how each injury could have been prevented. Recommending specific prevention strategies for a wide range of injuries, Catastrophic Injuries in Sport and Recreation is a practical medical reference for athletes and doctors alike.

This textbook presents a comprehensive overview of the environmental impacts of various types of outdoor recreation, and how these can be best managed. As a field of study, recreational ecology is both multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary, and the authors seek to develop a deeper understanding of both the role and function of the factors that influence visitor numbers and their impact. An accessible and comprehensive textbook, it features numerous types of outdoor recreational activities including hill walking, rock climbing, mountain marathons, skiing, scuba diving and more. Drawn from several global case studies, the authors estimate the current and future numbers involved in outdoor recreation, and how best these numbers can be managed. Effective visitor impact management actions arise from collaboration between recreation ecologists, social scientists, experienced recreation managers, recreation stakeholders and the recreationalists themselves: as such, this book will be multi-disciplinary in scope. This practical and engaging textbook will be invaluable to students and scholars of outdoor recreation and adventure tourism as well as practitioners and managers working in the field.

I hope that you will find the information helpful, useful and profitable. The information in this ebook on water sports is organized into 16 chapters of about 500-600 words each. I hope that it will interest those who like the water, swimming, sailing or whatever. As an added bonus, I am granting you permission to use the content on your own website or in your own blogs and newsletter, although it is better if you rewrite them in your own words first. You may also split the book up and resell the articles. In fact, the only right that you do not have is to resell or give away the book as it was delivered to you.