Paddle Your Own Canoe
An Illustrated Guide to the Art of Canoeing
Gary McGuffin author Joanie McGuffin author
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Firefly Books Ltd
Published:8th May '03
Should be back in stock very soon
This is the most comprehensive book on canoeing techniques ever published! Illustrated with 600 full-colour photographs, the wide-ranging text is designed for both beginner and seasoned canoeists. Gary & Joanie McGuffin, North America's most celebrated canoeing couple, discuss issues rarely covered in other how-to guides, such as developing fitness & balance. The book offers first-hand, experience-based instruction on outfitting, reading the river, paddling strokes for all flatwater and whitewater conditions, advanced turns and maneuvers, portaging, safety and rescue techniques - even how to tie a canoe on your vehicle.
Helpful to both seasoned and novice canoers, the book includes illustrated instructions for everything from loading the canoe on top of the car to maneuvers in rapids. * Globe and Mail *
The most comprehensive book ever written on canoeing technique... essential guide for recreational paddlers is packed with information. * Bushwacker's Wilderness Journal *
The great thing about their advice is that it's entirely practical, based on long experience, and aimed at anyone who simply wants to improve canoeing techniques. -- Linda Turk * Thunder Bay Chronicle-Journal *
This is, quite simply, the best presented instructional canoeing book ever. It surpasses even Bill Mason. -- Stuart Fisher * Canoeist *
These books focus on paddling techniques, including maintaining balance and safety in the full range of currents. The kayak book also includes a special section on kayak camping. Excellent for those ready to take basic skills to the next level. (reviewed with Paddle Your Own Kayak) -- John Helling * Library Journal *
ISBN: 9781550463774
Dimensions: 216mm x 279mm x 13mm
Weight: 771g
208 pages