The Electric Boat Company Yale Street Landing 1001 Fairview Ave North Ste. #1300 (206) 223-7476 http://www.theelectricboatco.com Sales and rentals of easily-maneuvered Duffy 21-foot Cruisers on Lake Union, Lake Washington.

Agua Verde Cafe and Paddle Club 1303 N.E. Boat St. (206) 545-8570 Hourly kayak rentals on Portage Bay, Lake Union. Also sells food.

Northwest Outdoor Center on Lake Union 2100 Westlake Ave. N. (206) 281-9694 Sea kayak rentals, classes, tours and sales.

Center for Wooden Boats 1010 Valley St. (206) 382-2628 After you prove your sailing skills to them in an half-hour test, you'll be able to check out classic sailboats and canoes. If you flunk, try a rowboat instead. They also offer sailing classes.

Pier 57 Parasail Pier 57 1101 Alaskan Way (206) 622-5757 Parasailing is basically a parachute, pulled by a powerboat, providing the rider with great views of the surrounding area. No experience necessary.

University of Washington Waterfront Activities Center SE corner of Husky Stadium Lake Washington (off Montlake Blvd) (206) 543-9433 Canoe and rowboat rentals

Windworks Sailing Center 7001 Seaview Ave NW Shilshole Bay Marina (206) 784-9386 Bareboat or skippered; day or week rentals; 22'-40' sailboats