History of Kayaking

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Where was the Internationale Repräsentantenschaft Kanusport (IRK) formed?

Copenhagen, Sweden

Copenhagen, Denmark (correct)

Copenhagen, Canada

Copenhagen, Norway

What is the purpose of the International Canoe Federation (ICF)?

To introduce new canoe designs

To focus on river cleaning

To promote sailing competitions only

To form a link between the Canoeing Associations of various countries (correct)

What was the ICF previously known as?

River Guides Association

Internationale Repräsentantenschaft Kanusport (IRK) (correct)

Canoeing Association of Denmark

International Kayak Federation

What is one of the ways the ICF promotes foreign touring?

Through the production of appropriate river guides Signup and view all the answers

What is the year the IRK was formed?

1924 Signup and view all the answers

What kind of water is best suited for a novice kayaker?

Gently moving water Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the ways the ICF exchanges information?

Through the preparation of lectures and speakers, films and photographs Signup and view all the answers

What is a common hazard in paddling venues that may not be visible on a map?

Human-made or natural hazards Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of lake inlets and quiet water?

Little or no current Signup and view all the answers

What is the most difficult type of water to kayak in?

Whitewater Signup and view all the answers

Why should you check with local guides and experts before paddling?

To get tips and recommendations Signup and view all the answers

Where did the kayak likely originate from?

Greenland Signup and view all the answers

What type of water is subject to change due to water levels and precipitation?

Rivers, creeks, and canals Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of kayaks in the Arctic region?

For hunting and fishing Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary use of kayaks in history?

Basic transportation and trade Signup and view all the answers

Who is credited with giving new life to the kayak activity?

John Mac Gregor Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the kayak built by John Mac Gregor in 1865?

Rob Roy Signup and view all the answers

In Malaysia, what was used as a mode of transport by early inhabitants?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Who introduced kayaking to Malaysia in the 1960s?

The British navy Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between a canoe and a kayak?

The design of the cockpit Signup and view all the answers

What type of paddle is used in a kayak?

Double-blade paddle Signup and view all the answers

Where did the modern kayak originate from?

The Arctic region Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Overview of Kayaking

Kayaks originated as a means of transportation for native hunters, travelers, warriors, and traders.
The first kayaks were created in the Arctic region by the Inuit people, primarily for hunting and fishing.
They were made with wooden frames and covered with sealskin.

The Father of Modern Kayak

John Mac Gregor is known as the father of modern kayak.
He was a British seaman of Scottish Nation.
He built a modern kayak in 1865, based on the kayak he saw in the Arctic, called the Rob Roy.
He explored European rivers using this kayak from 1865 to 1867.

The History of Kayak in Malaysia

In Malaysia, the history of kayak activities began earlier as a main transport.
Early inhabitants used logs as a mode of transport, known as kolek, perahu, and sampan.
Kayaking was introduced by the British navy in the 1960s.
The development of kayaking includes kayaking around Peninsular Malaysia and beyond.

The Canoe and The Kayak

The canoe originated from the Indians of North America.
Made with a bone or wooden frame, covered in a variety of barks.
Paddlers either kneel or half-kneel and half-sit on a supporting seat.
Handled via a single-blade paddle.
Known as Canadian canoes.

International Canoe Federation (ICF)

The ICF was formed on 19 January 1924 as the Internationale Repräsentantenschaft Kanusport (IRK) in Copenhagen, Denmark.
It became the ICF in 1946.
The purpose of the ICF is to:
- Form a link between the Canoeing Associations of various countries.
- Organize international competitions in paddling and sailing.
- Promote and foster foreign touring through production of appropriate river guides.
- Introduce internationally recognized symbols for rivers on maps.

Where to Kayak

Lake inlets and quiet water: novice, safest route along the shoreline, protected from wind and motorboat traffic.
Gently moving water: novice, slow-moving rivers, canals, and large streams.
Open lakes and seas: advanced, large and open stretches of water, exposed to wind and waves.
Whitewater: advanced, rivers, creeks, and canals subject to change as water levels rise and fall.

Paddling Venue Resources

Be smart and check with local guides and experts.
Retailers, clubs, and expert paddlers can offer tips, recommendations, and guide services.
Not all water is paddle-friendly, and hazards can be unseen on a map and deadly.

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Learn about the origins of kayaks, from their creation by the Inuit people to the father of modern kayak, John Mac Gregor.