Falcon Watersports Safety and Emergency First Aid A Handbook for Boaters, Anglers, Kayakers, River Runners, and Surfriders

Surfing, kayaking, fishing, boating - a day on the water is thrilling and wondrous, peaceful and adventurous. But it can also be dangerous if you're not prepared to deal with water emergencies and survival situations. Watersports Safety and Emergency First Aid, written by an avid outdoorsman and specialist in emergency medicine, provides clear instructions and advice on emergency procedures, injuries, and survival gear. Look inside for advice on: getting the scoop on weather and water conditions; preparing emergency packs; how to treat wounds and hypothermia; swift-water rescues; removing fishhooks. (4 1/4 x 7, 96 pages, diagrams)Van Tilburg, Christopher is the author of 'Falcon Watersports Safety and Emergency First Aid A Handbook for Boaters, Anglers, Kayakers, River Runners, and Surfriders', published 2002 under ISBN 9780762723539 and ISBN 076272353X.