The Complete Book of Canoeing [Paperback]

I. Herbert Gordon (Author)

Book Description

Series: Canoeing how-to | Publication Date: September 1, 1997

A comprehensive guide for the beginner and an invaluable reference book for the seasoned veteran. Learn basic strokes and maneuvers; advanced paddling; classification of rivers and rapids; outdoor cookery; first aid for canoeists; coping with wind and waves; portaging; lining and tracking; solo paddling; canoeing with children; river rescue and survival; and emergency procedures.

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

The Complete Book of Canoeing is a comprehensive guide for the beginner and an invaluable reference book for the seasoned veteran. From basic strokes and techniques to advanced rescue maneuvers, the indispensable information that veteran canoeist Herb Gordon presents will benefit paddlers at all skill levels. Packed with sensible information on canoeing as a family, becoming a trip leader, wilderness survival, liveries and outfitters, and so much more, this book is a must have. Herb's warm and witty style will both instruct and delight. Learn about: basic strokes and maneuvers; advanced paddling; classification of rivers and rapids; outdoor cuisine; field medicine; coping with wind and waves; portaging; lining and tracking; solo paddling; canoeing with children; river rescue and survival; and emergency procedures. (7 1/2 X 9, 240 pages, b&w photos, maps, illustrations, diagrams, charts)

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

About the Author

Herb Gordon has been paddling North American waterways for more than 30 years. He is currently a national wilderness trip leader and canoe instructor. During his twenty years as a writer and senior producer at NBC News, he won the coveted Peabody award three times for his documentaries. His articles have appeared in such publications as Field & Stream, Skiing, Los Angeles Times, and The New York Times.

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Globe Pequot; 2nd edition (September 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0762700521
• ISBN-13: 978-0762700523
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 6.9 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,418,116 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Learn the basics about canoeing, November 9, 2006

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This review is from: The Complete Book of Canoeing, 3rd (Canoeing how-to) (Paperback)

The material presented in this book is easy to understand, and also entertaining. The entire book can be read within a day. I recommend this book to learn the basics of canoeing.

3 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Beginner canoeist, June 19, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: The Complete Book of Canoeing (Paperback)

I think that this book covered a lot of the material needed for canoeing and is a good guide for teaching younger kids before going on a canoe trip. That is the reason that I looked at this book because I am an environmental educator and was planning a canoe trip. It is a good source.