Paddling & Rafting
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Paddling, whether
it be in a canoe,
inflatable
kayak, whitewater
raft or even a float
tube is both a wonderful way to reach prime fishing areas
as well as to have a great time. Few things are better then
spending a sunny day on a river, viewing the splendid scenery
in Montana. Numerous books have been wrote that cover the
sports of kayaking, whitewater rafting and canoeing. These
books all can provide help and advice in getting the most
of the wonderful sport of paddling.
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Formerly The Floater's Guide to Montana. Offering descriptions
and vital statistics on more than 25 Montana rivers,
this revised guide includes flow charts and trip planning
information on the state's best-loved recreational waterways,
plus new and improved maps.
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The true story of three enthusiastic (but inexperienced)
adventurers who attempt to become the first team to raft
the entire length of the Amazon River–all 4,007 miles--and
(barely) live to tell about it.
To a trio of twenty-something adrenaline
junkies, it sounded like an irresistible challenge:
tackle the Amazon with nothing more than a rubber raft
between them and fate. But when Colin Angus, Ben Kozel,
and Scott Borthwick embarked on their fantastic voyage
in September 1999, just climbing to the river’s
source nearly killed them.
An inspiring tale of courage and exploration,
this is the story of three guys who truly went off the
deep end, and one who came back to write a riveting
recollection of it.
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Whether you're planning a trip or thumbing for facts
in the field, Basic Essentials books tell you what you
need to know. With the Basic Essentials of Canoe Paddling,
you can discover how to choose a paddle and outfit a
canoe, get into a canoe, perform the basic forward stroke
and correction strokes, turn and maneuver, paddle in
wind, waves and moving water and keep water out of your
boat. Courtesy of Amazon.com
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Before you head out on an overnight canoe camping trip,
or before you lead a day trip into the wilderness, be
sure your skills go beyond the basics. Wilderness canoeing
and camping require specialized techniques not ordinarily
required in other outdoor recreation sports. Canoeing
and Camping: Beyond the Basics shows you the all-important
skills that will make your canoeing excursions safe
and enjoyable, whether you paddle on millponds, lazy
rivers, wilderness lakes, or the open ocean.
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Written by the American Canoe Association and the Ohio
Department of Natural Resources, Introduction to Paddling
is an easy-to-understand guide to flatwater and river
paddling. Based on an earlier work by the Ohio DNR,
Flat-water Paddler, this amply illustrated book tells
beginning paddlers everything they need to know, from
appropriate clothing to the parts of the boat, from
correct strokes to proper safety concerns. Good for
instructors and those who like to teach themselves,
this book is an important resource for those who like
to paddle or want to start.
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"By Canoe" is the personal account of a husband
and wife team who travelled six months and 3,000 miles
in a canoe from Wisconsin to the Florida Keys! With
many gritty black and white photographs, journal entries,
and humorous anecdotes, this 150-page travel essay is
both entertaining and informative. Courtesy of Amazon.Com
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This is the manual endorsed by professional guides,
instructors, and recreational river runners everywhere.
With comprehensive step-by-step coverage starting with
the first run, it includes tips from top guides, outfitters,
and instructors, plus the most complete guide to Class
V rafting techniques ever assembled. This is the completely
revised and updated successor to Bennett's best-selling
manual, Rafting!
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The wild fun of whitewater rafting has gained enormous
popularity in recent years. This basic guide is a smart
investment for anyone considering a trip. Clear, concise
text and easy-to-read illustrations show how to read
the water and maneuver the craft. Chapters on safety
cover the basic equipment, such as PFDs, throwbags,
and ropes, as well as risk management, capsize drills,
and rope handling. An extensive listing of contacts
and select destinations is also included. The wealth
of action photos is both entertaining and instructive.
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In just 96 pages this new paperback introduces the beginner
to their craft, its features, and the equipment needed
to best enjoy the sport. It covers all the basic strokes
and entry techniques. The book then goes on to discuss
conditions that kayakers face while paddling: from wind
and waves to oceans and fresh water. An easy read, it
is graced with over 60 illustrations, charts and checklists.
It gives the basics of touring, fishing, camping, surfing
and diving; route planning, rescues, signals and even
putting a kayak on your car. Finally, it addresses where
to find sit-on-tops nation-wide.
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With this book, you will learn about proper strokes,
catching eddies, peeling out, river safety, necessary
gear and more. Kayaking Essentials describes what you
need to know to begin paddling like an expert.
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Fully illustrated techniques for paddling, maneuvering,
and rolling & Detailed equipment and resource checklists
& Complete listings for manufacturers and organizations
In the second of Stackpole's Paddling Basics series,
Cecil Kuhne describes the different types of kayaks
and their specific uses, as well as basic and advanced
paddling techniques, conditioning, trip planning, and
safety. Special sections on navigating river currents
and avoiding hazards make this book an excellent resource
for beginning kayakers.
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In
recent years, kayak touring has become one of the most
popular forms of paddling. Its simple technique combined
with the accessibility it allows to diverse locations
has an appeal for paddlers of all experience levels. In
Kayak Touring & Camping, Cecil Kuhne presents a complete,
illustrated guide to the elements of the touring kayak,
basic and advanced paddling techniques, and touring accessories,
as well as how to plan, outfit, and lead a kayak trip.
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