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Dropping into the unknown on a rubber raft, hurled against rocks and cliff walls, only to round a blind bend, go vertical on a 10-foot standing wave, and flip over backwards into a deafening vat of near-freezing whitewater. Such is life for the brave souls who commit themselves to exploring the world's untried rivers. First Descents collects the most enthralling tales from the world's most respected river explorers. Vivid portrayals in the adventurers' own words and original photographs tell of...

The legendary Missinaibi River runs north from Lake Superior to the arctic waters of James Bay. Like many northern rivers, the Missinaibi appeals to seasoned paddlers for the white-knuckle exhilaration of navigating miles of challenging rapids. Other routes along the Michipicoten-Missinabi river corridor offer quieter options for paddlers at any level of experience and ability. Trips include: Shumka to MissanabieLake Missinaibi CircleLittle Missinaibi RiverMichipicoten RiverSuperior CoastMissi...

All the trip planning information anyone needs to launch a kayak, canoe, or raft on inland waterways--right at your fingertips! FalconGuides' state paddling series gives readers a complete resource to the best paddling opportunities on rivers and lakes in their state, with an emphasis on beginner and intermediate paddling adventures. Carefully chosen, each route is within easy driving distance of population centers, providing quick access to wilderness for city residents and visitors alike. Each...

BASIC ILLUSTRATED CANOE PADDLINGHarry Roberts and Steve Salins guide canoeists in everything they need to know, such as choosing the right paddle, safe launches, basic forward, turning and correction strokes, and working in wind, waves and moving water.

This is a practical manual describing safety techniques and procedures unique to the kayak which a canoeist can use to right his craft after capsizing. Step-by-step instructions, together with line illustrations, show how to execute rolling manoeuvres. Exercises to build confidence, develop co-ordination and practice individual skills and safety procedures are also outlined.

This book is a mine of useful information and practical tips. If you aspire to be a better canoe or kayak coach, this is the book for you. The book divides into three sections: Part One deals with coaching theory and fundamentals such as psychology and physiology explained in terms that make sense to a practical coach. Part Two looks at generic coaching skills that will provide useful tools whatever discipline the coach is involved in. It works its way from introducing people to canoesport right...

In recent years the sport and recreation of canoeing has expanded and altered more than it had in the previous half century. Much general information of only a few years ago has become out-dated. This book is intended to show how canoeing has developed and provide information for the newcomer and anyone moderately experienced with information and instruction that will enable them to quickly get the most out of canoeing. The thirteen well-illustrated chapters cover such things as the choice of ca...

If you're a sea kayaker who dreams of heading over the far horizon, this guide is a must. It is the comprehensive manual for planning the ideal sea kayaking expedition, covering everything from provisioning, gear, navigation, and bivouacking, to kayak sailing. Included in this guide are: sidebars for fabulous destinations from Baja to Newfoundland.

This guide offers kayakers and canoeists hundreds of miles of relaxing, scenic excursions in Long Island sound. Each launch site is described in detail: its address and location (as latitude and longitude) are given, plus driving directions, where to park, whether fees are charged, where to launch at the site and whether special precautions should be observed, and suggested routes to try once on the water. each trip has been tailored to avoid dangerous areas through which large vessels, powerboa...