As an advanced level paddler you are used to paddling with competent peers in more bumpy ocean settings and are confident in winds up to 20 knots with swells up to eight feet, you look for more challenging sessions. An Advanced Level paddler will have a well-rounded sea kayaking background and be able to perform all the fundamental skills in moderate to rough water. You will have a reliable roll in open water, is in good physical condition and can paddle 15 to 20 miles over the course of a day. At this level, paddlers should possess good seamanship skills such as environmental/weather and sea state awareness, tidal and trip planning, on-water navigation and be knowledgable about emergency procedures and rough water rescues.