Basic Essentials Canoe Paddling (Basic Essentials Series) - Softcover

Roberts, Harry

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0762742844 ISBN 13: 9780762742844

Publisher: Falcon Guides, 2006

Synopsis

A compact and authoritative book on paddling technique for the recreational canoeist. Discover how to choose a paddle, outfit a canoe, and more.

About this title

About the Author

The late Harry Roberts, author of several popular books on outdoor recreation, is fondly remembered as "Uncle Harry" for his friendly, easy-to-understand writing style. Stephen Salins is a paddlng instructor at Pacific Water Sports in Seattle and is a contributing editor to Canoe & Kayak, where he writes the "Canoe Technique" column.

From the Back Cover

For a generation, the Basic Essentials(R) series has been as much a part of the outdoors experience as backpacks and hiking boots. Information-packed tools for the novice or handy references for the veteran, these volumes distill years of knowledge into affordable and portable books. Whether you're planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, Basic Essentials(R) books tell you what you need to know. Learn how to: Choose a paddle and outfit a canoeLaunch a canoe safelyPerform the basic forward, turning, and correction strokesManeuver the canoePaddle in wind, waves, and moving water

Edition details

• Publisher: Falcon Guides
• Publication date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0762742844
• ISBN 13: 9780762742844
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 80
• Editor: Salins Steve