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Paddler's Flag - Be seen by power boaters and jet skis! The paddler's Flag has a four-foot pole topped with colorful streamers. A flag can be used instead (USCG suggests an American flag, but any flag, sports pennant, our your own "coat of arms" could be used.) This flag is suitable for use with sit-in-side kayaks and will not prevent Eskimo rolling. Flag is flexible enough for most rough landings and shallow water tip-overs.Two mounting options to choose from. Choose style at checkout:Bolt-On with Well-Nut: Best for rough surface or plastic boats. Easy installation, very secure, can be removed when not needed (fill hole with well-nut & bolt).Suction Cup: Best for smooth surface or composite boats. Super easy install (spit-n-stick) the suction cup will work on smooth plastic kayaks.Both styles have a leash to the flagpole, just in case it should be dislodged. Poles and bases are interchangeable and can be used with the "C-Light".

Nautical Protractor Useful for both charts and topo maps. Can be used as "Small Craft Navigation Aid" by drilling a hole through the center point and tying a length of fishing line or string.

Brunton 58 Kayak Deck Compass A deck compass is the essential tool for kayak navigation, not just as an “ornament” for your kayak. The 58 Kayak Deck Compass is easy to attach and remove. Mounts on most kayaks. The shock cords, with hooks, will clip securely to deck lines, straps or strap eyes. (Purchase easy-to-add strap eyes for compass mounting) Compass is 3.4” X 3.4” X 2”, with 10-degree graduations and waterproof, of course. Related Articles: "Kayak Navigation by Tom Holtey"

Brunton 7DNL Pocket Compass The small, pocket size 7DNL Compass is perfect for use as a PFD pocket compass. 3" X 2" X .44". It includes a rotating azimuth ring, a declination scale & a 1 ½ inch ruler. Comes with a lanyard (10” as a loop or 20” long) to tie off into your life vest pocket. Use a pocket compass as back-up to, and to check accuracy of, your deck compass. Can be used as your “primary compass” for those who paddle in un-challenging navigational situations. Great for hiking too!

4" Divider Useful for measuring distances on maps quickly and accurately by measuring the scale and then "walking" the course line.

12" Parallel Rule Best tool for planning & plotting course lines on charts printed with a compass rose. Line up the ruler with your course line and "walk" the ruler over to the compass rose to determine the heading.

Time-Speed-Distance Calculator Use this tool to figure how long it will take to paddle a distance, figure out how far you just paddled or how fast you were paddling. Useful for other forms of travel as well. Made of plastic - fully waterproof. Comes with special instructions for kayakers.

UTM Grid Reader Perfect for use with USGS topo maps and GPS units. This tool will allow you to enter UTM waypoints from a paper map into your GPS, or find UTM waypoints on a paper map from your notes or GPS. Instructions included. Related Articles: Topo Maps, GPS and UTM Grid Readers

Waterproof Multi Use Map Case This chart case is perfect for keeping charts and topo maps safe from water. It will even protect your waterproofed maps. See your map and notes clearly through the tuff see-through material. This case seals with a heavy duty zip closure. Not just for charts! Stow what ever you need to in this handy case. SIZE: 14" x 10".

"Navigation Tools For Kayakers - Basic skills to help you find your way" (formerly "Navigation Basics") by Tom Holtey In less than 60 pages Tom simplifies in his clear teaching style the very basics any kayaker should know before embarking on any paddling adventure plans.