What does maintaining trim mean when paddling straight?

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  1. Standing up in the kayak
  2. Keeping the kayak balanced and level
  3. Paddling only on one side

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References

  1. Scouting America: Kayaking www.scouting.org/merit-badges/kayaking Checked 2026-11-07.

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