Editor’s note: Well, we’re back to subject of ocean swimming. This is the final part of our four part series on Ocean Survival Swimming. Eric wrote this a long time ago (witness the references to the “common” practice of paddling solo and also to buoyancy compensators) but he never deviated from his opinions on this […]
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Ocean Survival Swimming Part 3 – Ocean Swimming Training
Editor’s note: Once again, this portion of Eric’s thesis on Ocean Survival Swimming is published as is. For Part 1, go to https://tsunamirangers.com/2014/09/22/ocean-survival-swimming/ For Part 2, go to https://tsunamirangers.com/2014/11/03/ocean-survival-swimming-2/and for Part 4 go to https://tsunamirangers.com/?s=ocean+survival+swimming+part+4 Once the four prerequisites to ocean swimming have been fulfilled, ocean training should begin. This training should not be undertaken alone. […]
Ocean Survival Swimming – Part 2
Editor’s note: After a short break to talk about the TR retreat and the newest Ranger, we return to the subject of Ocean Survival Swimming. This essay by Eric Soares is published as is. It’s opinionated, funny, and informative. Enjoy. STAY WITH THE BOAT An old mariner’s maxim. This rule is true in most boat […]
Ocean Survival Swimming – A Sea Kayaker’s Guide to Staying Alive in the Water
Editor’s Note: One from the archives: Eric Soares wrote this essay illustrating the Tsunami Rangers’ approach to sea kayaking emphasizing ocean swimming as a key skill for sea kayakers. We’ll publish his thesis in five parts. This first part is the outline for Ocean Survival Swimming. Note that Eric refers to buoyancy compensators instead of […]