SKIP STONES ACROSS WATER

Skipping stones is a special way of throwing rocks so they appear to “skip” across the water’s surface. Here’s how it’s done.

1. Find a good rock. The best stones for skipping are mostly flat on the top and bottom and no bigger than the palm of your hand. They should also be light—about the weight of a tennis ball. 2. Grip it. Hold the rock between your thumb and your middle finger. Your thumb should be on top, your middle finger on the bottom, and your index (or pointer) finger should wrap around the edge of the rock. 3. Get in position. When you throw the rock, it needs to be spinning fast in order to repel off the water’s surface. Stand by the water’s edge and point the stone toward the water at a slight downward angle. 4. Let it spin. Flick your wrist back and quickly fling the rock…

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