The Whitewater Sourcebook: A Directory of Information on American Whitewater Rivers [Paperback]

Richard Penny (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1989

The jumbo sourcebook on American whitewater includes river descriptions gauge readings by telephone permits maps organizations Web sites and much more

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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From the Back Cover

Newly revised and updated, the third edition of The Whitewater Sourcebook continues to be the paddler's best companion to U.S. rivers. This reference and planning tool tells you how and where to obtain information on streams throughout the country. Every step of planning a whitewater trip is given in this extensive volume, including telephone numbers, optimal water levels, access points, and listings of the best guide books available. A new section on web addresses helps you get connected to all the current river information on the internet. Entries are alphabetical for easy reference, with the choice streams listed for each state. So grab your paddle and grab The Whitewater Sourcebook, the most complete whitewater directory coast to coast. (81/2 x 11, 336 pages, b&w photos)

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 338 pages
• Publisher: Menasha Ridge Pr; 2nd edition (June 1989)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0897320786
• ISBN-13: 978-0897320788
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,410,532 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Ultimate Sourcebook for American Whitewater Rivers, February 13, 2001

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Darren (Jersey Shore, NJ USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Whitewater Sourcebook 3rd Edition (Paperback)

This is one of the most comprehensive coast to coast whitewater reference books available. This extensive volume contains info on planning a whitewater trip on virtually every continental US whitewater river and stream. It's organized by state and also contains maps, hydrologic & gauge info, telephone numbers, access info, best guidebooks for each river, permit requirements and contacts for additional information. There's special sections on the Wild & Scenic River System, whitewater schools, organizations, festivals and a listing of books & periodicals with first aid & safety info and boating techniques. Appendices also include AWA Safety Code and Permit & Reservation Application forms.

So many rivers.....so little time.