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Peer-reviewed research2017 Otago review (McNatty & Boyes)

Sea kayaking incidents in Norway 2000-2014: an issue of bad weather or poor judgement?

Aadland, E., Noer, G. & Vikene, O. L.Journal of Adventure Education and Outdoor Learning 16(2), 131-1452016International

The study analyses sea kayaking incidents in Norway, focusing on wind conditions, to draw implications for preventing future incidents.

What's new

The aims of this study were to analyse recreational sea kayaking and touring incidents in Norway with a specific focus on wind conditions, and to elaborate on practical implications for the prevention of future incidents.

Why it matters in Aotearoa

Gives incident-based evidence for water-based safety planning.

How strong is the evidence

Peer-reviewed analysis of incidents in Norway, 2000-2014

What to read

The full article

Who it's for

Outdoor providersEOTC coordinators
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