Hunter’s Boat

Inuit hunters in Greenland equipped their qajaqs with tools to assist in sea mammal hunt for food and survival in harsh elements. Here you view the rack —a foredeck-mounted hoop used to hold a long, coiled line. This line joined the detachable head of the Inuit hunter’s harpoon to a large sealskin float on the stern deck of his kayak. The harpoon was launched with a norsaq, or throwing stick. The word qajag means ‘hunter’s boat’.

Sea Qajaq Carolina : The Southeast's Premier Place for Traditional Paddlers.

Alison Sigethy demonstrating technique for throwing a harpoon during a workshop held at Sea Kayak Carolina in Charleston (Events).

Greenland competitor and Champion Mark Molina setting up for a roll in Greenland during the competition (Techniques).

Photo of Rope Gymnastics held in Greenland, courtesy of Mark Molina. Rope games, Tai Chi, Yoga, and Qi Qong are all mind/body connection training (Arts).

Visit Sea Kayak Carolina at the 2012 East Coast Canoe & Kayak Festival. We are proud to add and offer the Tahe Marine Greenland kayaks - not just for rolling