The Kayak Cafe

Episode 38 with Mike Phillips PFD one piece to the puzzle and kayak safety


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🎙️ The Kayak Cafe Podcast: Featuring Mike Phillips – Kayak Safety, Skills & Survival 🌊🛶

This week on The Kayak Cafe, we’re putting safety front and center with ACA L3 certified sea kayak instructor Mike Phillips. From teaching paddlers how to recover after a capsize to walking anglers through the right gear for the right situations, Mike brings a wealth of knowledge every kayaker needs to hear.


We’ll be covering real-world safety lessons—from tragic accidents that highlight the risks, to inspiring success stories where preparation saved the day. Mike will break down the gear every kayaker should own, how to use it effectively, and the techniques that could one day save your life on the water.


🔥 What You’ll Hear:

âś… The importance of kayak safety & why training matters

âś… How to flip your kayak & re-enter after a capsize

âś… Essential safety gear & how to use it properly

âś… Lessons from real tragedies & lifesaving success stories

âś… Why safety is the foundation of enjoying kayak fishing & paddling


🎯 Whether you’re brand new to kayak fishing or a seasoned angler chasing big water adventures, this episode will give you the confidence and know-how to stay safe while doing what you love.


🎧 Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation with Mike Phillips on kayak safety and survival skills.


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The Kayak CafeBy USA Kayak Fishing Magazine