A rich history of Canadian wilderness travel, "e;an utterly compelling collection,"e; said The Globe and Mail, and "e;a gem - it absolutely sparkles,"e; according to Canadian Geographic.
In this collection of narratives Victoria technologist, environmentalist and writer Alex Zimmerman tells stories not only of self-propelled travel and adventure but also of nature, the magnificent environment and of interesting people that he meets on the coast of British Columbia.
Whether you enjoy small day trips around local lakes and slow-moving rivers, overnight trips, or expeditions, Andrew Westwood's thoughtful and clear breakdown of canoeing principles, skills and techniques makes this book a must-have for solo and tandem paddlers who are interested in maximizing their enjoyment of the canoe.
In Sea Kayaking, , comprehensive guide for those who travel the open waters in the Southern Hemisphere, Philip Woodhouse, Australian paddler and Royal Australian Air Force veteran, shares his years of experience, technical training, and military teaching skills.
Fourth Edition (2022) - with Updated and Expanded ContentIncludes coverage of the South Fork and New River Gorge National Park and PreserveThe New River is one of the most changeable and fickle rivers on the East Coast and also one of the most beautiful and rewarding.
A stunningly illustrated book detailing the world s most breathtaking on water adventures Whether it s paddling down mountain chasms or exploring rugged coastlines, navigating a canoe or kayak counts as one of life s indescribable joys.