After falling into the river one too many times, I've decided to buy a kayak. The word literally translates to "hunter's boat" so I guess it makes sense to fish on.
I love kayaks.  We go to the river sometimes and do some fishing.
Fishing in one has its benefits. They've long been a stealthy way to approach those easily spooked fish that always seem to get away.
yes and like you said, not as much falling in!
Well, kayaks were created thousands of years ago by the Inuit in very cold Arctic regions. I can imagine they didn't want to fall in either!
Very true.  They are perfectly simple boats that are very handy
kayak became increasingly popular and the Europeans became interested. German and French men began kayaking for sport. In 1931, Adolf Anderle was the first person to kayak down the Salzachöfen Gorge, which is believed to be the birthplace of modern-day white-water kayaking. Kayak races were introduced in the Berlin Olympic Games in 1936. 
In the 1950s, fiberglass kayaks were developed and commonly used, until 1980s when polyethylene plastic kayaks were introduced. Kayaking progressed as a fringe sport in the U.S. until the 1970s, when it
is access to the river, which crosses more or less in between the village and eventually leads into the Germasogeia Dam. It is also suitable for fishing (you need a license to fish) throughout the year. Dragon Boat races, canoeing and Kayak sporting activities are also hosted there throughout the year. The river water is also used for agricultural purposes.
History.
Foinikaria has existed since the medieval times and possibly has its origins from the Byzantine period. The village has also been known as Phinica and Einicaria as