Learn navigation skills and assemble the tools that will get you to your destination. Add a deck-mounted compass to your kayak to help you navigate on the water. A strap on deck compass is easy to rig and can be used on more than one kayak. A screw-on compass is best for rough water. Select a pocket compass as back up, to check the accuracy of your deck mount, for use on shore, and as emergency back up. See Our Related Article: Planning Your Route and Finding Your Way with Kayak Navigation