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Paddling an open canoe will give you excitement, tranquillity and a passport to nature. This book will have you afloat in no time, making the canoe do what you want. It shows you a variety of paddling techniques, how to rescue (and be rescued), even how to roll. Finally, when you're ready to g=heads for the wilds, you'll learn about fast flowing rivers, portaging from lake to lake, poling, camping and sailing. Clear water, clean air and unexplored places beckon. Let's go! For the beginner:* Handling your canoe.* Safety.* Clear, straightforward language.* Stunning action photography. For the advanced paddler:* Understanding paddling techniques.* Extending your repertoire.* Adopting a green approach.* Tackling rough water. For the instructor:* Gives a logical learning sequence.* Breaks down each skill into steps.* Photo sequences show how to demonstrate each manoeuvre.
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Techniques for handling an open canoe
The book is written by canoe "guru" Nigel Foster. The books covers manoeuvres, rescues, rivercraft and canoe camping. It is full of extensive photo sequences and is endorsed by the British Canoe Union.
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Paddling the open canoe will give paddlers excitement, tranquility, and a passport to nature. This book will have you afloat in no time, making the canoe do what you want. You will learn a variety of paddling techniques, how to rescue (and be rescued), even how to roll. Finally, when you're ready to head for the wilds, you will find information on fast-flowing rivers, portaging from lake to lake, poling, camping, and sailing.
With valuable information provided for different paddling levels, this guide has something for beginners, advanced paddlers, and instructors.
For the beginner: Handling your canoe; safety; clear, straightforward explanations; stunning action photography.
For the advanced paddler: Understanding paddling techniques; extending your repertoire; adopting a green approach; tackling rough water.
For the instructor: A logical learning sequence; breakdowns of each skill into steps; photo sequences demonstrating each maneuver.
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- PublisherFernhurst Books Ltd.
- Publication date1996
- ISBN 10 1898660263
- ISBN 13 9781898660262
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages96
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