There are many different paddling techniques, and each has its own benefits. The most common types of canoeing include flat-water, recreational, whitewater, creeking, and river running. Flat-water kayaking is defined as the act of paddling a kayak on flat water such as lakes or rivers. Recreational kayaking involves moving at a slower pace than flat-water kayaking and often includes activities like fishing and bird watching. Whitewater kayaking is the sport of paddling down fast-moving waters like rivers. Creeking is another kind of whitewater kayaking that's characterized by riding over rocky rapids like they're stair steps. River running refers to the act of paddling down a river from one destination to another.