"Lat705" wrote...
How do you keep the kayak from moving out away from the dock and puting you in
a horizontal position?

I've exited and re-entered my kayak from docks a couple feet above the deck.
It's never easy, but with practice you can at least stay dry consistently...

If there is another person around, having 1 or 2 hands on the bow & stern can
help a lot -- even a slight stabilizing force helps a lot. If not, tie the bow
line to the dock, which will at least help steady one end.

Finally, keep your weight on your arms/shoulders on the dock as long as
possible. Use your feet/legs to steady the boat and adjust your balance. When
you're relatively stable, lower yourself into the seat as you let your feet
slide forward.