Canoeing, kayaking and other paddle sports Books
Rivers Publishing UK Pub Paddles
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£17.95
Ragbagger Press Hurleys Journal
£32.79
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Handbook of Sports Medicine and Science
Book SynopsisA new volume in the Handbook of Sports Medicine and Science series from the International Olympic Committee, this volume Canoeing provides an accessible and comprehensive summary of the topic. Provides a concise, authoritative overview of the science, medicine and psycho-social aspects of canoeing Offers guidance on medical aspects unique to the training and coaching of canoe athletes The only book on this subject endorsed by the Medical Commission of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the International Canoe Federation (ICF) Written and edited by global thought leaders in sports medicine Table of ContentsList of Contributors, vi Foreword by ICF President, viii Foreword by IOC President, ix Preface, x 1 Introduction, 1Ian Mortimer and Don McKenzie 2 Biomechanics and equipment (sprint and slalom): a review of scientifically confirmed information, 12Barney Wainwright 3 The canoe/kayak athlete, 40Petra Lundström, Jorunn Sundgot Borgen, and Don McKenzie 4 Physiology of canoeing, 47Hans Rosdahl, Jose Calbet, A. William Sheel, and Robert Boushel 5 Sport psychology for canoe and kayak, 62Penny Werthner 6 Training for canoeing, 71Martin Hunter and Sylvain Curinier 7 Medical problems in canoeing and kayaking, 91Bo Berglund 8 Orthopaedic injuries in canoeing, 97Jozsef Dobos 9 Paracanoe, 106John Edwards, Anna Bjerkefors, Johanna Rosen,and Olga Tarassova 10 Exercise performance in masters canoeing athletes, 116Bo Berglund 11 Diversity in canoe sport, 122Don McKenzie and Kari‐Jean McKenzie Index, 133
£51.98
St Martin's Press No Barriers
Book SynopsisThe moving story of Erik Weihenmayer, the first and only blind person to summit Mount Everest, and his journey since descending Mount Everest
£12.99
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Paddle Scotland
Book SynopsisThe definitive guide to seeing all the wonders of Scotland under paddle power.Scotland is one of the most appealing destinations for kayakers, canoeists and paddleboarders from all over the world. That''s because if there is one country best seen from the water, it is Scotland. Loch Ness contains more water than all of the rivers and lakes in England and Wales combined and there are 27,000 other lochs to explore as well. What''s more, with 125,000km of rivers and 800 islands, there''s always somewhere new to paddle. And the spectacular Scottish scenery only adds to the appeal.This book is the complete guide to paddling the wonderfully varied waterways, lochs, rivers and coasts of Scotland, compiled by Ally Findlay, a paddleboard instructor and tour guide based in Glasgow. He covers all regions of Scotland:- South Scotland, including the coast at Kirkcudbright and Fleet Bay, and inland to Loch Ken, and the Galloway Canoe Trail- Central Scotland, includTrade ReviewPaddle Scotland serves as an excellent guide for anyone seeking the ultimate flat water touring experience. It provides comprehensive information and photos on the best places to paddle in Scotland, as well as useful tips and tricks for exploring its waterways. * The Scotsman *
£15.29
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Paddle the East of England
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£16.19
Johns Hopkins University Press Paddle Maryland
Book SynopsisExplore the natural beauty of Maryland by water. With the Chesapeake Baythe largest estuary in the United Statesthe Potomac, Monocacy, and Patapsco Rivers, and countless streams, creeks, swamps, and marshes, Maryland is an ideal locale for people to take to the water and enjoy the natural beauty of the Free State. In Paddle Maryland, lifelong Marylander and devoted paddler Bryan MacKay presents twenty-two of his favorite canoe and kayak trips. From lazy floats down the Potomac to swamp excursions on the Eastern Shore, each trip has been selected for its incredible scenery and ample opportunities to observe nature. Included are both tidal and nontidal paddling trips, and MacKay, an ecologist, describes the wildlife and vegetation you will encounter along the way. Considering biodiversity, conservation, and climate change, MacKay also discusses what these issues mean for Maryland's waterways and their inhabitants. With its beautiful illustrations and wealth of practical advice and Table of ContentsPrefaceAcknowledgementsSwamps and Whitewater Paddling in Maryland1. Janes Island State Park2. Pocomoke River3. Corkers Creek4. Corkers Creek5. Nassawango Creek6. Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge7. Transquaking River8. Tuckahoe Creek9. Nanjemoy Creek10. Mallows Bay11. Mattawoman Creek12. Mataponi Creek13. Anacostia River14. Lake Roland and the Jones Falls15. Gunpowder Delta16. Gunpowder Delta17. Gunpowder Delta18. Upper Gunpowder River19. Monocacy River20. Antietam Creek21. Dam Number Four Cave22. Paw Paw BendsIndex
£15.68
Trafford Publishing Paddle Adventuring with Canoe and Kayak
£14.67
Jacana Media (Pty) Ltd Tri the beloved country
Book SynopsisWhat makes a working mother and average athlete decide to take on a massive physical and mental challenge to run, cycle, and kayak the perimeter of South Africa? An enthusiastic, inspiring, and amusing South African adventure, this book tells not only of the physical and mental challenges of the journey but of the people and places encountered.
£11.35
Mayan White Water Mayan Whitewater Chiapas Belize 2nd Edition
£28.00
Arcadia Publishing (SC) Washington Canoe Club Images of America
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£19.99
The University of North Carolina Press A Delicious Country Rediscovering the Carolinas
Book SynopsisIn 2014, Scott Huler made a surprising decision: to leave home and family for a journey by foot and canoe through the Carolinas. This is the chronicle of that unlikely voyage, revealing what it's like to rediscover your own home.
£23.96
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Paddleboard Bible
Book SynopsisStand-up paddleboarding is the fastest growing water sport in the world for a reason. This paddleboard adventure guide gives you everything you need to know to get up and get SUPping.With only a little knowledge and practice, pretty much anyone can get up and get moving on a paddleboard, and then there''s no limit to where SUP can take you. This complete guide gives you everything you need to know to get started, and much more besides.All the basics are here, from fundamental equipment (a guide to boards, including bargain-priced inflatables, as well as paddles, clothing and simple safety gear) to essential techniques (getting on, getting moving and, just as importantly, landing and getting off). Along with challenges and games to play with your new paddleboarding buddies, the book explores places to go and things to see, from rivers and canals to coastlines and travel further afield. The book also explains all the important stuff you might need to understand Trade ReviewAll you need to know about paddleboarding, from the basics of getting up and moving to finding the best spots for wild adventures. * National Geographic *Covers the basics and know-how to get you started. You'll be planning adventures with family and friends on the water in no time. * The Sunday Telegraph *Superbly illustrated and well explained advice regarding all things paddleboarding. A hugely worthwhile read with all the tips and hints you need to get on your board to enjoy it whilst feeling safe. * Glasgow Paddleboarders Co *The Paddleboard Bible...is a complete guide to SUP, covering the basics such as equipment, technique and safety - and it enthusiastically explains why paddleboarding is an excellent sport for everyone. * Psychologies *For information on stand-up paddleboarding, including techniques, equipment, planning tours (including night paddling and wildlife), and a wonderful section on fun board games and challenges, look no further than the excellent Paddleboard Bible. * Practical Boat Owner magazine *Stand-Up Paddleboarding (SUP for short) is a way of getting on the water that's been gaining popularity recently, including on canals - and this book written by a paddleboard instructor covers every aspect of it. * Canal Boat *The perfect entry point. * Waterways World *A companionable guide to a sport that's becoming a lifestyle. * Yachting Monthly *Superbly illustrated and packed full of well-explained advice. At 225 pages, this is a meaty book and will make an ideal gift for any water sports enthusiast. * Towpath Talk *Worth getting hold of. A fountain of knowledge. * Dorset Magazine / GreatBritishLife.co.uk *Table of ContentsIntroduction: The SUP-rising: A potted past of paddleboarding 1. Basic Techniques: Equipment, Step by step, Become a stand-up paddler, The stroke, Why does the paddle go that way round?, Common faults, Stopping, An initial word on wind 2. The Joy of SUP - board games and challenges: One-board wonders, Games for more boards, Games with frontiers 3. Advanced Techniques: Why is good technique useful?, Steering and turning strokes, Top tips for efficient paddling, Passengers, Tows and rescues 4. Choosing equipment: Boards, Paddles, Pumps, Leashes, Buoyancy aids, Clothing 5. Places to go, wildlife to see: Rivers, Canals, Lakes, Make the most of the coast, Other points of interest, Wildlife around the world 6. Stand up for 'SUPways': Access, Voluntary work, Biosecurity and invasive species 7. The Elements: Tides, Waves and currents, Weather, Forecasting, Climate change 8. Sense of Adventure!: Tour planning, What to pack, Navigation, Down-winders and down-streamers, Night paddling, Supping through the seasons, Photography, Interactions with other pastimes, Travel 9. Live to SUP another day: Site or route assessment, Hazards and health risks, Reducing risks, Accidents, Insurance 10. Thrills, Skills and Spills!: SUP surfing, White water, Races - speedy boarding!, Boards for specific activities 11. Body and Soul: SUP for a healthier life, Nutrition, Hydration, Fitness, SUP Yoga 12. What'S UP? - the social side: Groups, Forums, views and news, Events, Teaching Acknowledgements Appendix Picture credits Index
£17.99
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Lochs of Scotland
Book SynopsisThere are at least 31,460 freshwater lochs in Scotland, and hundreds of sea lochs. This stunning book showcases more than 50 of the most popular, interesting and beautiful, and is a perfect guide for anyone visiting or exploring Scotland, or wanting to find out about these iconic and breathtaking locations, sometimes sitting by spectacular coast and other times nestled in between towering mountains. Take in the classics such as Loch Ness and Loch Lomond, then meander round Loch Fyne (where red squirrels were first reintroduced to Scotland in 1847), the long Loch Long (20km and the straightest in Scotland), the fjord-like Loch Goil, and Scotland''s oldest inhabited castle at Loch Sween. Discover the stunning Loch Awe (with its less attractive legend of the goddess who created it being transformed into an immortal hag), Loch Linnhe (bordered by the stunning railway line used for the filming of Harry Potter''s Hogwart''s Express) and Loch Nevis (Europe''s deepest sea locTrade ReviewFrom spectacular coasts to mountain nooks, this inspiring book showcases 50 of the msot interesting lochs that frame the landscape of Scotland...the perfect guide for anyone wanted to know more about these iconic locations. * Countryside Magazine *A comprehensive guide to 50 of Scotland's lochs * The Scotsman Magazine *Packed with maps and information on local facilities, this book is a really useful guide for boaters, walkers, and anyone wanting to know more about these iconic and breathtaking locations. * Sailing Today *fascinating... thanks to this book, I am now much more knowledgable about the 50 lochs featured in this splendid voyage of discovery introducing the wonderful world of Scottish lochs. * Best of British *a comprehensive guide... packed with photos, maps and information on local facilities. * Practical Boat Owner *Unrivalled scenery, unique wildlife and spacious landscapes are what Scotland’s iconic lochs are all about…a good reader for walkers and boaters. * Coast *The ultimate guide to Scotland’s lochs for both boaters and walkers. * Evergreen *The presentation of this book is excellent, with detailed maps and much information on local facilities, while the photography is superlative. * Waterways World *
£17.09
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Great British Paddling Adventures
Book SynopsisThis unique travel guide uncovers 50 of the best secret places in Britain, spectacular routes and exhilarating adventures only accessible by kayak, canoe or paddleboard.Next time you visit Britain, see the wilderness from the water, discover ancient sites hidden from paths and roads, or stay at remote wild campsites only accessible by river. Each location, route and activity is graded for difficulty, from 1 paddle for beginners to 5 paddles for daring adventures only to attempt once you''ve cut your teeth. All the essential information is included, such as the best locations to access the water for each paddle, and stopping points for a bite to eat, something to see or do, or a place to stay. Packed with gorgeous photography taken throughout the year, and as inspiring as it is practical, this is a travel guide like no other.Varied highlights from the book include:- Paddle over the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct at 126ft the tallest aqueduct in the world, with
£18.00
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform Tactics for Long Distance Sea Kayaking
£10.13
Rowman & Littlefield Paddling Maryland and Washington DC
Book SynopsisThe rivers of Maryland and Washington, D.C. hold a wealth of splendor from Annapolis to Worcester County. Paddling Maryland and Washington, D.C. features fifty river trips for avid paddlers, floaters, and anglers searching for the perfect paddle, whether it is a half-day or a full-day trip. History buffs will appreciate the sidebars detailing local information. Look inside to find:Full-color photosGPS coordinatesDetailed river descriptionsMaps showing access points and river milesLevel of difficulty, optimal flows, rapids, and other hazardsHistorical informationFor more than twenty-five years, FalconGuides have set the standard for outdoor guidebooks. Written by top experts, each guide invites you to experience the adventure and beauty of the outdoors.
£17.09
Rowman & Littlefield Paddling Idaho A Guide to the States Best
Book SynopsisPaddling Idaho provides information on access points, distances, river difficulties and hazards, maps with distance mileages, GPS coordinates, and phone numbers for obtaining up-to-the-minute floating conditions. The text contains anecdotes and sidebars about indigenous history, and rules for traveling waterways.
£18.04
Rowman & Littlefield Basic Illustrated Sea Kayaking
Book SynopsisThis exciting and demanding sport is much different than its flat-water sibling, with different equipment and techniques, all of which are covered in Basic Illustrated Sea Kayaking. Full-color images cover the many sea kayak models and accessories, as well as important information on tides and currents, packing and loading tips for comfort and safety, and a glossary chock-full of helpful terminology. You'll discover how to perfect your paddle stroke, perform self rescues and assisted rescues, paddle and navigate safely, pack your sea kayak for an expedition, and get your kayak on and off your vehicle.Table of Contents(1) The Boat (2) Gear (3) Paddle Techniques (4) Safety (5) On the Water (6) Packing and Loading (7) Getting There
£9.99
Rowman & Littlefield The Complete Book of Sea Kayaking
Book SynopsisFirst published in 1976, the 40th anniversary edition of The Complete Book of Sea Kayaking is a comprehensive guide for the beginner and an invaluable reference book for the experienced sea kayaker. It describes equipment, basic and advanced techniques, weather and navigation, and is illustrated throughout.
£25.46
Rowman & Littlefield Paddling Kentucky A Guide to the States Best
Book SynopsisKentucky’s waters hold a wealth of riches, and Paddling Kentucky features forty of the best river and trips for avid paddlers, floaters, and anglers.
£17.09
Rowman & Littlefield Paddling Minnesota
Book SynopsisMinnesota, the ''Land of 10,000 Lakes'' is replete with wonderful paddling options for everyonefrom families seeking serene waters for youngsters, to expert kayakers looking to test their skills on ripping rapids. This guide, an update of Greg Breining''s Official State Guide, includes more than 100 trips and 23 brand-new paddles that represent the full range of paddling experiences Minnesota has to offer, from paddles down the Minnehaha Creek in the heart of the Twin Cities, to excursions through the Boundary Waters Canoe Wilderness Area in the remote northern reaches of the state. Minnesota is a paddler''s playground, and this guide is the key to discovering the many wonders of its clear, blue waters.Look inside to find: clear maps, difficulty ratings, and points of special interest, as well as fascinating insights on the history and ecology of the Minnesota waterways.Table of ContentsContents Acknowledgments Locator Maps Map Legend Introduction Lay of the land How to use this guide Planning your trip Safe paddling Camping Stewardship Fishing THE PADDLING Northeast Big Fork River 1. Dora Lake to Minnesota Highway 6 2. Minnesota Highway 6 to Big Falls 3. Big Falls to Rainy River 4. Birch Lake Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness 5. Hegman Lake 6. Basswood Lake 7. Louse River 8. Crooked Lake–Basswood River Cloquet River 9. Indian Lake to Island Lake 10. Island Lake Dam to St. Louis River Little Fork River 11. Cook to Samuelson Park 12. Samuelson Park to Dentaybow 13. Dentaybow to Rainy River 14. Midway River 15. North Fork Nemadji River 16. Rainy River 17. Rice River St. Louis River 18. Skibo Mill to Aurora 19. Aurora to Forbes Dam 20. Forbes Dam to Floodwood 21. Floodwood to Cloquet 22. Scanlon to Thomson Reservoir 23. Thomson Dam to Swinging Bridge 24. Minnesota Highway 23 to Duluth Harbor Sturgeon River 25. Side Lake to County Road 766 26. County Road 766 to County Road 65 27. County Road 65 to County Road 923 28. County Road 923 to Little Fork River 29. Timber-Frear Lakes Loop 30. Twin Lakes Loop Vermilion River 31. Vermilion Dam to Twomile Creek 32. Twomile Creek to Eightmile Creek 33. Table Rock Falls Canyon 34. Table Rock Falls to High Falls 35. High Falls to Crane Lake 36. Voyageurs National Park Whiteface River 37. Whiteface Reservoir to Cotton 38. Cotton to St. Louis River Lake Superior and the North Shore Lake Superior 39. St. Louis River to Two Harbors 40. Two Harbors to Caribou River 41. Caribou River to Grand Marais 42. Grand Marais to Pigeon River North Shore Rivers 43. Baptism River 44. Brule River Northwest 45. Boy River 46. Glendalough State Park Ottertail River 47. Rochert to Frazee 48. Phelps Mill to Diversion Dam 49. Diversion Dam to Mount Faith Avenue 50. Orwell Dam to Breckenridge Lake 51. Pike Bay Connection 52. Red Lake River 53. Red River of the North 54. Turtle River Mississippi River 55. Lake Itasca to Bemidji 56. Bemidji to Lake Winnibigoshish 57. Lake Winnibigoshish Dam to Pokegama Dam 58. Grand Rapids to Brainerd 59. Brainerd to Little Falls 60. Little Falls to St. Cloud 61. St. Cloud to Anoka 62. Coon Rapids Dam to Hastings 63. Hastings to Iowa Central Crow Wing River 64. Seventh Crow Wing Lake to First Crow Wing Lake 65. First Crow Wing Lake to Mary Brown Landing 66. Mary Brown Landing to Nimrod 67. Nimrod to Motley 68. Motley to Mississippi River 69. Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area 70. Elk River Kettle River 71. County Road 131 to County Road 52 72. County Road 52 to Minnesota Highway 23 73. Banning State Park to Old Dam Site 74. Old Dam Site to Minnesota Highway 48 75. Minnesota Highway 48 to St. Croix River Long Prairie River 76. Lake Carlos to Long Prairie 77. Long Prairie to Crow Wing River 78. Lower Tamarack River North Fork of the Crow River 79. Lake Koronis to Minnesota Highway 22 80. Minnesota Highway 22 to Kingston 81. Kingston to Dayton Pine River 82. Lake Hattie to Upper Whitefish Lake 83. Cross Lake Dam to Harvey Drake Landing 84. Platte River Rum River 85. Mille Lacs Lake to Onamia 86. Onamia to Vandell Brook 87. Vandell Brook to St. Francis 88. St. Francis to Anoka Sauk River 89. Sauk Centre to Richmond 90. Richmond to Cold Spring (Chain of Lakes) 91. Cold Spring to Pine View Park 92. Pine View Park to Mississippi River Snake River 93. McGrath to County Road 3 94. County Road 3 to Mora 95. Mora to Pine City 96. Pine City to St. Croix River St. Croix River 97. Gordon Dam to Wisconsin Highway 35 98. Wisconsin Highway 35 to Minnesota Highway 70 99. Minnesota Highway 70 to St. Croix Falls 100. St. Croix Falls to Stillwater 101. Stillwater to Prescott South Fork of the Crow River, 102. Cosmos to Hutchinson 103. Hutchinson to Watertown 104. Watertown to Rockford 105. Sunrise River 106. Upper Tamarack River Minneapolis–St. Paul 107. Minneapolis Chain of Lakes 108. Minnehaha Creek 109. Rice Creek Southeast Cannon River 110. Faribault to Lake Byllesby 111. Cannon Falls to U.S. Highway 61 112. Cedar River Root River 113. North Branch 114. South Branch 115. Minnesota Highway 16 to Minnesota Highway 26 116. Sand Creek 117. Straight River Vermillion River 118. Vermillion Falls Park0 119. Old Mill Park to County Road 68 120. Whitewater River Zumbro River 121. North Fork 122. South Branch of the Middle Fork 123. South Fork 124. County Road 7 to Millville 125. Millville to Kellogg Southwest Blue Earth River 126. Blue Earth to Rapidan Dam 127. Rapidan Dam to Mankato 128. Chippewa River 129. Cobb River 130. Cottonwood River 131. Des Moines River 132. Le Sueur River 133. Maple River Minnesota River 134. Big Stone to Lac qui Parle 135. Lac qui Parle to North Redwood 136. North Redwood to Mankato 137. Mankato to Fort Snelling 138. Pomme de Terre River Redwood River 139. Vesta to Redwood Falls 140. Redwood Falls to Minnesota River 141. Watonwan River 142. Yellow Medicine River About the Author Acknowledgments
£16.99
Globe Pequot Paddling the Ozarks
Book SynopsisThis guide details 40 of the very best paddles throughout the Ozarks. Spanning Oklahoma, Illinois, Arkansas, and Missouri, the guide provides routes for every type of paddler.
£13.49
Rowman & Littlefield Florida Keys Paddling Atlas Paddling Series
Book SynopsisA detailed color atlas of the Florida Keys from Key Largo to Key West designed for kayakers and other water enthusiasts interested in shallow water exploration.
£24.00
Rowman & Littlefield Paddling Southern Florida
Book SynopsisSouthern Florida is a paddler''s paradise, from sandy keys, to mazes of mangroves, and sparlkling aquamarine water in between. This guide includes more than 50 trips that are a perfect introduction to exploring the waterways and coasts of Southern Florida. Nigel Foster offers expert insider tips on how to manage tides and changeable weather, alerts readers to potential hazards on the routes, and includes fun anecdotes of his experiences with the area wildlife. Look inside to find: clear maps, difficulty ratings, and points of special interest, as well as fascinating insights on the history and ecology of the Minnesota waterways.
£16.19
Rowman & Littlefield Yoga for Paddling
Book SynopsisTrade Review“Anna has sold me on Yoga for Paddling for sure. I need to balance my body to keep paddling into my sixties and Yoga for Paddling provides clear and well-written information to help me accomplish that.” –Sean Morley, accomplished coach, expedition and surf kayaker who completed the first solo circumnavigation of the UK and Ireland by sea kayak in 2004, was crowned Masters World Surf Kayak Champion in 2007 and broke the record for the fastest circumnavigation of Vancouver Island in 2008“Anna has been a huge mentor for me and pushes every human to be the best human they can be. Yoga for Paddling is a great addition to paddlers’ libraries for helping to reduce the aches and pains of everyday life and kayaking. Keep this book close by both on your paddling trips and at home.” --Adriene Levknecht, Canoe and Kayak magazine’s 2016 Female Paddler of the Year, seven-time Green River Race Champion, Bronze Medalist at the 2013 World Freestyle Championships, First Descents lead staff and kayak instructor at Nantahala Outdoor Center“Yoga for Paddling has inspired me to bring more balance to my body by making time for yoga practice in my fitness routine. Anna’s book provides helpful information and guidance to help me get started and develop an effective practice.” --Travis Grant, two-time Molokai to Oahu SUP Champion, Baddle of the Paddle SUP long distance champion and accomplished outrigger and SUP racer, surfer, and paddler“As an avid canoeist for over thirty years, I sometimes worry about how my body will handle the next thirty. With Yoga for Paddling as a guide, I am confident that I can balance and maintain the strength and flexibility I need to continue in the sport I love. Thanks to Anna's well-laid out book, I look forward to canoeing with my grandchildren someday.” --Eli Helbert, Open Canoe Freestyle Rodeo World Champion, 1999-2003, 2006, North American Open Canoe Slalom Champion, 2005-present, 1st Open Canoe to race the Green River Narrows, over 30 US National Championship titles in Open Canoe Freestyle Rodeo and Open Canoe Slalom
£22.50
Rowman & Littlefield The Ultimate Guide to Whitewater Rafting and
Book SynopsisWinner of the 2018 National Outdoor Book Award for Best Instructional Book!The Ultimate Guide to Whitewater Rafting and River Camping introduces new rafters to the skills, equipment, and knowledge required to mount a multiday whitewater rafting trip. Rafting equipment, skills, and techniques have changed drastically in recent years, and this book provides the latest information on equipment selection, care, repair, and use; whitewater rafting techniques; reading rivers; hazard evaluation and basic rescue; camping techniques; river cooking and living; and expedition planning. Written in a clear and comprehensive manner by outdoor educator and whitewater veteran Molly Absolon, The Ultimate Guide to Whitewater Rafting and River Camping is a great tool for novices and an excellent resource for experienced rafters.
£16.19
Rowman & Littlefield Paddling America
Book SynopsisThe nation's rivers connect mountains to sea, communities to natural places, and people to wildlife. America's Wild & Scenic River system recognizes these values. Paddling America provides descriptions for paddling and exploring 50 Wild and Scenic Rivers across the country. Woven throughout the river descriptions will be small anecdotal sidebars touching on the history of the Wild & Scenic Rivers Act, the adventurers themselves, and tips for paddling. Each chapter will contain one map, specifications in accordance with paddling guidelines including GPS coordinates, put-in/takeout information, an overview of the paddle, miles and directions, full-color photos, and sidebars.
£16.99
Rowman & Littlefield Paddling the John Wesley Powell Route
Book SynopsisOn May 24, 1869, John Wesley Powell and nine crewmen in four wooden rowboats set off down the Green River to map the final blank spot on the American map. Three months later, six ragged men in only two boats emerged from the Grand Canyon. And what happened along the rugged 1,000 river miles in between quickly became the stuff of legend. Today, the JWP route offers some of the most adventurous paddling in the United States. Across six southwestern states, paddlers will find a surprising variety of trips. Enjoy flatwater floats through Canyonlands and the Uinta Basin; whitewater kayaking or rafting in Dinosaur National Monument and Cataract Canyon; afternoon paddleboarding on Flaming Gorge Reservoir and Lake Powell; multiday expeditions through Desolation Canyon and the Grand Canyon; and much more, including remarkable hikes and excursions to ancestral ruins, historic sites, museums, and waterfalls. Paddling the John Wesley Powell Route is a narrated guide that combines a multi-chapter rTrade Review“A must-stow companion for beginning paddlers, seasoned river runners, and even armchair adventurers with dreams of exploring these storied rivers, Bezemek successfully weaves essential planning information with a vivid narration of the 1869 expedition and episodes from his own worthy pilgrimage down the Green and Colorado. The result is informative and inspirational, awakening paddlers of all levels to a deeper history and wider scope of opportunities along the JWP route.” —Dave Shively, Editor of Canoe & Kayak Magazine“150 years after Major Powell’s Green and Colorado River expedition, Mike Bezemek does an outstanding job retracing the journey in a clear and comprehensive river guide. The Major would have given his left boot for a copy of this book.” —Tom Martin, guidebook author and co-winner of a 2007 National Outdoor Book Award“An exciting new format for river information, one that is not sectioned off by state boundaries but rather by a connecting story. Progress downstream right along with Powell and his men.” –Susan Hollingsworth Elliot, author of Paddling America.
£16.99
Rowman & Littlefield Paddling Georgia
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Rowman & Littlefield Paddling Tennessee
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£17.09
Rowman & Littlefield Best Outdoor Adventures Chattanooga
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£18.99
Rowman & Littlefield Paddling Everglades and Biscayne National Parks A
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£18.04
Rowman & Littlefield Paddling South Carolina
Book SynopsisThe hardest part of paddling South Carolina is choosing your route! From the mountain-rimmed waters of Lake Jocassee to the rapids of the Saluda River to rice-field canals along Wadboo Creek, the Palmetto State offers a variety of great paddles all year-round. Paddling South Carolina features 40 paddling adventures throughout the state. With a focus on recreational paddling, all trips avoid complicated put-ins, portages, and dangerous expert sections but offers concise paddle summaries, excellent route descriptions, GPS coordinates, and sidebars on geology and wildlife. Lakes and ponds, rivers and creeks are featured.
£17.09
Rowman & Littlefield Field Guide to Rivers of the Rocky Mountains
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£17.09
Rowman & Littlefield Outward Bound Canoeing Handbook
Book SynopsisOutward Bound Canoeing Handbook is a handy, illustrated resource on the fundamentals of canoeing, including solid, sound instruction on all aspects of canoeing, from types of canoes to equipment choices, paddle and on-the-water techniques, safety tips, and more. In partnership with outdoor leader Outward Bound, this book combines expert instruction with practical tips to ensure a fun and a satisfying canoe trip for your next outdoor adventure.About Outward Bound: Outward Bound is the premier provider of experience-based outdoor leadership programs for teens, adults and professionals. Outward Bound is a non-profit educational organization and expedition school that serves people of all ages and backgrounds through active learning expeditions that inspire character development, self-discovery and service both in and out of the classroom. Outward Bound excels in curricula developed for struggling teens, groups with specific health, social or ed
£14.24
Rowman & Littlefield Paddling Alabama
Book SynopsisFrom the Appalachian highlands to the Gulf Coast, this updated and revised guide offers opportunities for kayakers, canoers, rafters, rowers, and water-adventurers of every interest and ability-level. Each paddle destination is described in detail, with maps for specific routes, waterway overviews, and paddle descriptions to prepare paddlers for whatever is just beyond each river bend.
£16.19
Rowman & Littlefield The Pacific Alone
Book SynopsisWinner of the 2019 National Outdoor Book Award for Outdoor Literature! In the summer of 1987 Ed Gillet achieved what no person has accomplished before or since, a solo crossing from California to Hawaii by kayak. Gillet, at the age of 36 an accomplished sailor and paddler, navigated by sextant and always knew his position within a few miles. Still, Gillet underestimated the abuse his body would take from the relentless, pounding, swells of the Pacific, and early into his voyage he was covered with salt water sores and found that he could find no comfortable position for sitting or sleeping. Along the way he endured a broken rudder, among other calamities, but at last reached Maui on his 63rd day at sea, four days after his food had run out. Dave Shively brings Gillet's remarkable story to life in this gripping narrative, based on exclusive access to Gillet's logs as well as interviews with the legendary paddler himself.Trade Review"A great read for those who prefer more secure ways to explore life’s questions, and an inspiration to adventurers. This classic tale will stand the test of time! Thanks, Dave Shively." -- Nigel Foster, author of On Polar Tides and The Art of Kayaking"I have been waiting thirty years for this book. When I first heard of Ed Gillet's heroic paddle to Hawaii I was thrilled and inspired in my own traveling. But this is much more than a book about a kayak journey. It is that great thing in travel—a brave quest, the solitary traveler turning his back on the cynics,and heading into a turbulent sea in a small boat, and finding landfall. It is a great metaphor for human endeavor. 'Never before, never since' indeed. But Ed Gillet is that rare creature—a modest man and also a hero. Dave Shively has told his story well." -- Paul Theroux, award-winning novelist and travel writer of The Old Patagonian Express and The Happy Isles of Oceania"Awe. That’s the only word I can think that not only describes my reaction to reading about Ed Gillet’s incredible feat of ingenuity, endurance and sheer audacity, but of Shively’s accomplishment in the recounting of it. The author’s palpable, authentic feel for big water, for the paddle and for the scope of the saga comes through on every page, providing perspective without sounding, if you’ll pardon the term, pedestrian. By the time I finished the book I was exhausted, but felt like doing nothing more than jumping in my own boat and paddling a little bit further than the day before. You can’t ask more from a book than that." -- Sam George, legendary surf editor, director and writer of Riding Giants and Hawaiian: The Legend of Eddie Aikau"In 1987 Ed Gillet crossed from California to Hawaii in an ordinary sea kayak, and barely spoke of it for 30 years. Now Gillet has opened his heart and journals to Dave Shively, who weaves a gripping portrait of a man as enigmatic and pure as the journey that defined him." -- Jeff Moag, Canoe & Kayak editor-at-large and former longtime editor of Canoe & Kayak“This is one of those absorbing books that is certain to carry you away on an inner voyage of your own. It is about an audacious attempt by Ed Gillet to cross the Pacific Ocean from California to Hawaii, a journey that would take at least two months. His means of travel? A kayak. That's right. A kayak! Even solo adventurers crossing the ocean in a row boat have a place to sleep. But a kayak? This is truly a great adventure, and outdoor writer and kayaking aficionado Dave Shively is perfect to tell the story. Does Gillet make it? You can find out in this first rate chronicle of the journey.”—National Outdoor Book Awards
£14.24
Rowman & Littlefield Paddling Montana
Book SynopsisMontana's rivers hold a wealth of riches, and Paddling Montana, fully updated and revised, features over thirty river trips for avid paddlers, floaters, and anglers. History buffs can follow the routes of Lewis and Clark along the Missouri, the Jefferson, the Beaverhead, and the Bitterroot. Whitewater enthusiasts can head for the Gallatin or the Madison's Beartrap Canyon.Look inside to find: Full-color photos GPS coordinates Detailed river descriptions Maps showing access points and river miles Level of difficulty, optimal flows, rapids, and other hazards Who to call for up-to-the minute information on floating conditions A brief overview of Lewis and Clark's historic paddle through Montana
£17.09
Rowman & Littlefield Paddling Alaska
Book SynopsisAlaska has few roads and even fewer trailsonly a few hundred miles of maintained footpaths exist outside the citiesso paddling the state''s thousands of miles of rivers and lakes is the best way to get off the beaten track. Paddling Alaska describes the best and most accessible routesthirty-six classics in all, from downtown Anchorage to the Matanuska and Susitna Valleys and the Kenai Peninsula, and from the southern interior north to the Yukon. Carefully chosen to accommodate most beginning-to-intermediate paddlers, each route is within easy driving distance of population centers, providing quick access to wilderness for city residents and visitors alike. Look inside to find:? Detailed river descriptions? Maps showing access points and river miles? Level of difficulty, optimal flows, rapids and other hazards? Gear and packing recommendations specific to Alaska conditions
£17.09
Rowman & Littlefield Starry Sky Adventures Arizona
Book SynopsisStarry Sky AdventuresArizona guides readers to 40-45 outdoor adventures to take under the darkest skies around. Guided adventures, including camping, backpacking, paddling, and hiking, show readers the way to safely experience the best of the night sky in astrotourism destinations, designated Dark Sky Places, and locations with outstanding natural darkness.
£18.04
Globe Pequot Press Wilderness Camping in the Adirondacks
Book SynopsisWilderness Camping in the Adirondacks is a handy and helpful guide for adventure seekers planning weekend or two-day camping trips in the Adirondack Park. Bill Ingersoll, guidebook author and chairman of Adirondack Wilderness Advocates, features 25 relatively easy outings scattered throughout the 6-million-acre park for campers to hike trails or paddle canoes to lean-tos, primitive tent sites, and some camps accessible only by water. Introductory sections also unpack New York State's regulations and guidelines for wilderness camping and provide tips for gear selection, visitor safety, and leave-no-trace principles. With detailed trail and waterway maps for each hike along with on-the-ground photographs taken by the author, Wilderness Camping in the Adirondacks is the perfect companion to any weekend getaway or multi-night journey in the lakes, mountains, rivers, and trails of the Adirondacks.
£12.59
Skyhorse Publishing The Ultimate Guide to Kayak Fishing: A Practical
Book SynopsisA thorough introduction to an increasingly popular fishing sport.Did you know that kayak fishing has shot up in popularity over the past few years? Americans take more than 38 million kayak fishing trips every year. While most outdoors enthusiasts think of kayaks simply as boats, there are many great reasons to take up fishing from a kayak. A kayak is cheaper to maintain than a larger fishing boat; it can be launched from almost anywhere and piloted by almost anyone; and kayakers can access places larger boats can’t, opening up new fishing spots. So join in on the fun with The Ultimate Guide to Kayak Fishing.Joel Spring guides readers through choosing a kayak from the various types, transporting it, and outfitting it with the absolute necessities. He covers vital safety information, from life-preservers and waterproof cell-phone cases to boat traffic and weather concerns. Finally, he offers key insights for a successful kayak fishing experience. Topics covered include:Standing to fishCasting under brush and treesFishing in the windBait, casting, fly, and night fishing tips, tactics, and techniquesLanding fish in a kayakAnd much more!Spring finally offers further advice on kayak maintenance as well as making kayak fishing a friend and family event. Pick up a copy of The Ultimate Guide to Kayak Fishing for a complete introduction to this great, less-known fishing sport.
£12.34
University of Minnesota Press Hudson Bay Bound: Two Women, One Dog, Two
Book SynopsisThe remarkable eighty-five-day journey of the first two women to canoe the 2,000-mile route from Minneapolis to Hudson BayUnrelenting winds, carnivorous polar bears, snake nests, sweltering heat, and constant hunger. Paddling from Minneapolis to Hudson Bay, following the 2,000-mile route made famous by Eric Sevareid in his 1935 classic Canoeing with the Cree, Natalie Warren and Ann Raiho faced unexpected trials, some harrowing, some simply odd. But for the two friends—the first women to make this expedition—there was one timeless challenge: the occasional pitfalls that test character and friendship. Warren’s spellbinding account retraces the women’s journey from inspiration to Arctic waters, giving readers an insider view from the practicalities of planning a three-month canoe expedition to the successful accomplishment of the adventure of a lifetime. Along the route we meet the people who live and work on the waterways, including denizens of a resort who supply much-needed sustenance; a solitary resident in the wilderness who helps plug a leak; and the people of the Cree First Nation at Norway House, where the canoeists acquire a furry companion. Describing the tensions that erupt between the women (who at one point communicate with each other only by note) and the natural and human-made phenomena they encounter—from islands of trash to waterfalls and a wolf pack—Warren brings us into her experience, and we join these modern women (and their dog) as they recreate this historic trip, including the pleasures and perils, the sexism, the social and environmental implications, and the enduring wonder of the wilderness.Trade Review"Ann and Natalie would be heralded for showing that adventure can still be had in a changing environment, and that women have not only a place in the landscape of adventure, but an important voice that needs to be heard. [Their] journey illuminates the physical landscapes, hardships, and human encounters; it also uncovers the heart of any good journey, the human spirit."—Ann Bancroft, from the Foreword"Hudson Bay Bound is a story of friendship forged on the river as two young women paddle 2,000 miles to the Arctic. With the candor and enthusiasm of a first grand adventure, Natalie Warren shares the joys and trials of living by water, propelled northward by muscle power and the belief that anything is possible."—Caroline Van Hemert, author of The Sun is a Compass: A 4,000–Mile Journey into the Alaskan Wilds"Natalie Warren's Hudson Bay Bound is part adventure-memoir, part nontraditional love story. Her adoration for the water and deep respect for the history of the land it weaves through is clear throughout the journey. Complemented by the intimacy of a friendship cultivated in motion, this is a refreshing, fun, and thoughtful read."—Gale Straub, author of She Explores: Stories of Life-Changing Adventures on the Road and in the Wild"Natalie and Ann’s story is classic example of how the exuberance of youth and a healthy dose of grit make any dream possible. From the foggy swirl of excitement as they launched their canoe into the flooded Minnesota River to their final paddle strokes down the Hayes River, Hudson Bay Bound provides a vivid account of an awesome adventure that we couldn’t put down."—Amy and Dave Freeman, authors of A Year in the Wilderness: Bearing Witness in the Boundary Waters "A friendly, educational quest story for readers of everyone from Rachel Carson to Edward Abbey."—Kirkus Reviews "Hudson Bay Bound exudes female strength and resilience, and shares the obstacles women still face in the outdoors industry."—Rochester Post-Bulletin "An inspiration for young people everywhere to chart their own course."—The Christian Science Monitor "A delightful journey."—International Falls Daily Journal "Written in a storytelling style by Natalie, it’s about adventure, danger, fierce storms, winds, portages, running rapids, wild animals, friendship, humour and a window into the people and communities living along the urban and wilderness waterways."—Northern Wilds "In Hudson Bay Bound, Warren is spreading the gospel of outdoor adventure for teenage girls who feel like they don’t fit in."—Outside "This book is for anyone who wants to reminisce about their own past adventures, wants to understand why their own loved ones have gone or want to go on a nature expedition, and most importantly, to whet the palate of those who desire to set out on their own but are held back by other obligations."—Tower-Soudan Timberjay "You will be inspired as you paddle along with them on their adventure into the wild."—Northeaster "Sometimes that flow is filled with lightning storms, high winds, bears, and other tests of stamina, as Natalie Warren describes in Hudson Bay Bound."—Minnesota Women’s Press "The story takes readers on an engaging, fast-paced journey through both a physical space of interest and the lives of its young adventurers."—Anchorage Daily News "From planning the three-month expedition to completing the adventure of a lifetime, the author gives the reader an insider view of the perils and pleasures of wilderness tripping."—Ely Summer Times Table of ContentsForewordAnn BancroftPrologueFrom Palms to PinesThe Pack-OutFlooded UpstreamAgainst the WindMeet Me at the Popcorn StandRiver Races and Role ModelsLiving the Dream, DownstreamRapture Before the BorderAt Home on the Big LakeDon’t Wake the BeastWaiting for the WindEscape from Gull HarborA Tale of Tiny BoatsWindbound to Norway HouseYork Boats and Dog DaysInto the WildPancakes and PortagesSpring Break at Hell’s GateKnife RapidsPolar Bear ParadiseAfterwordNatalie Warren and Ann Raiho
£13.49
John Murray Press Mississippi Solo: A John Murray Journey
Book SynopsisINTRODUCED BY ADAM WEYMOUTH, award-winning author of The Kings of Yukon'A wonderful book -- and a highly original contribution to the literature of travel' PAUL THEROUX'The Mississippi. Mighty, muddy, dangerous, rebellious and yet a strong, fathering kind of river. The river captured my imagination when I was young and has never let go.' Mississippi Solo tells the story of one man's voyage by canoe down the Mississippi River from its source in Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico - a longtime dream, and a journey of over 2,000 miles through the heart of America. Paddling into the Southern states - going from 'where there ain't no black folks to where they still don't like us much' - Eddy is confronted by the legacy of slavery and modern racism, including an incident with a pair of shotgun-toting bigots. There are also the dangers of passing barges, wild dogs roaming the wooded shore, and navigating a waterway that grows vaster, and more hazardous, every day. But Eddy also encounters immense human kindness, friendship and hospitality, as well as coming to know the majestic power - and the awesome dangers - of the river itself. Mississippi Solo is an unforgettable American adventure.
£11.69
Sweetgrass Books Paddling Northwest Montana & Glacier National
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£18.00
Harbour Publishing Easykayaking Basics: A Paddling Handbook for the
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£12.95
Harbour Publishing Bijaboji: North to Alaska by Oar
Book SynopsisBetty Lowman was 22 years old in June 1937 when she climbed into her beloved red dugout canoe Bijaboji and set out on a journey from Puget Sound to Alaska. Traversing some of the most treacherous waters on earth, the journey would have been a risky act for an extreme adventurer in any era; for a young woman in the conservative 1930s, it was a venture of almost unimaginable daring. Betty pulled it off, and now, 67 years later, she accomplishes an equal feat--a book of pure adventure. Bijaboji is a classic of boating literature worthy of a place beside The Curve of Time by Muriel Wylie Blanchet, whose coastal narrative dates from the same period.Betty slips through quiet water by moonlight, her oars dripping with phosphorescence. She goes deer hunting with a young Native man near Sechelt. She travels with a boat full of exuberant Boy Scouts for a few days and she visits lightkeepers, loggers, fishermen, doctors, missionaries and other coast dwellers who live in beautiful, isolated places and who speak openly about their lives, loves and politics. She also braves storms, rapids and blistering heat. In Douglas Channel Bijaboji capsizes and Betty loses her oarsand everything she owns, except her boat and her sleeping bag. She is trapped on a precarious rock ledge for three harrowing days until rescued by Native fishermen.Through it all, she copes with her growing celebrity as people all along the coast watch for her, at the same time as they wait for news on the abdication of Edward VIII and on the disappearance of another female adventurer, Amelia Earhart. This is an amazing account written by a smart, strong, funny, independent woman with a glad heart and an abiding love of the BC coast.
£18.15
