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Paddling Montana, 2nd (Regional Paddling Series)

Hank Fischer

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Total reviews: 3 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

A Canoeing Instructor's Comments 5 out of 5 stars.
10 of 11 people found this review helpful.

The authors are competent paddlers and good writers. This is a well organized book with an excellent format. It contains helpful hydrographs and good photos. The informations is dependable. If you desire to paddle a Montana river, this is the place to start. I highly recommend it as THE guide book to get for our state.

Great book for Montana's waterways 5 out of 5 stars.
8 of 9 people found this review helpful.

This books gives great detail about the each river, best times to go, where the crowds are(n't), basically everything you would need to know. The author explains that many of Monatana's rivers are in the western end, with a few in the dry eastern side. Many rivers described are also Class I (on the river rating system). Keep in mind that Class I can cover alot of levels, including those that are almost Class II. (for you beginners, just because it's class I it's not as smooth as a lake).

I mainly bought this book for the Flathead River routes, but discovered so many more river. The book also mentions where to get detailed maps for certain river routes, including the Flathead.

If you've got lots of time, you can even explore the route Lewis and Clark took back in the early 1800's.

Editorial Review:

Detailed paddling information on 32 Montana rivers, including such paddling destinations as the Yellowstone, Flathead, Smith, and Missouri. Access points, detailed maps, fishing information, average monthly stream flows, and much more.

Take a Paddle: Western New York Quiet Water for Canoes & Kayaks

Rich, Sue Freeman

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A Comprehensive Paddling Guide to Flat-Water Ponds, Lakes, Streams and Rivers in Western New York

Slide the bow of your canoe or kayak across the shore of a grass-lined pond or the gravel shore of a stream. Dip your paddle into the cool, still water and glide downstream to enjoy the solitude and explore hidden pools and alcoves. Perhaps search for pitcher plants in a sphagnum moss bog, watch fish dart below your boat or spot a deer standing in the creek around the next bend. The discoveries are almost endless from water level.

Take a Paddle – Western New York Quiet Water for Canoes & Kayaks is a map-filled guide for beginning and intermediate paddlers. And for anyone who enjoys the pleasures of a flat-water paddle. It will lead you to 20 ponds and small lakes and over 250 miles of streams and rivers.

Head out for a fun adventure knowing:
-where multiple launch and take-out sites are located
-the difficulty level of each waterway
-where to view current water conditions on the Internet
-the approximate time it will take to paddle
-amenities and fun diversions found nearby for yourself and your children
-where to camp next to or near the waterway
-when is the best season to paddle each waterway
-where to rent canoes or kayaks
-where to find commercial shuttle services

Kayaking for Fitness

Jodi Bigelow

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The essential guide to achieving and maintaining physical fitness and body tone through kayaking. Unlike running and cycling, kayaking enables you to enjoy the benefits of fluid low-impact activity and core strength development while having fun exploring on the water. For new or experienced paddlers looking to stay active and learn how to use their kayak as a fitness tool.

The Complete Book of Sea Kayaking, 5th

Derek C. Hutchinson

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Total reviews: 6 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

A Confused Laundry List 2 out of 5 stars.
25 of 26 people found this review helpful.

Derek Hutchinson has led kayaking expeditions around the world and teaches highly regarded seminars on the sport. However, he seems unable to clearly translate this teaching ability to print. This book reads like a laundry list of things to do in a kayak: equipment choices, paddle strokes, rescue techniques, rolling, surfing maneuvers, etc.; without rhyme or reason as to their purpose or when they should be executed. The book does cover a complete range of topics relevant to the sea kayaker: all topics just mentioned plus weather, tides, navigation, wind, etc. Unfortunately, many sections are out-of-date, such as the equipment section; a lot of information, such as that on nautical charts and on weather, is specific to kayaking in Britain; and some information, such as that on tidal currents, is just plain wrong. I did learn quite a lot from the sections on turning strokes and eskimo rolling, but not as much as I feel I should have and not enough to know where or when to use a particular technique. Overall, I was disappointed with the quality of instruction presented in this book.

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ANNAPURNA

Up the Lake With a Paddle Vol. 1: Canoe and Kayak Guide : The Sacramento Region, Sierra Foothills, & Lakes of the High Sierra

William Van Der Ven

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Up The Lake With A Paadle 5 out of 5 stars.
10 of 10 people found this review helpful.

This book is perfect for beginner to intermediate canoers and kayakers in the Sacramento and Sierra Foothills. Although the lakes listed in this book are limited to only a handful though-out this area, the discription of those lakes are excellent. Included is trip length,(time and miles), directions to the lake, access, difficulty, size of area, and recomended maps to use. Also included are detailed hiking, camping, historical background and natural history along with some highlights of the area of each lake or river. Special waterfalls and sites to look for or hike to at some of the lakes and rivers are a treat to read about. My only regret is that more lakes in this area where not included.

Editorial Review:

Volume 1 of the Up the Lake with a Paddle series is the primary guidebook for paddlers looking for places to paddle within the Sierra Foothills and the Sacramento Region. The regions covered in this book are a paddler's paradise with spectacular lakes and scenic, quiet rivers. For those looking to plan a weekend getaway for two or a fun-filled family paddle this book is a must. The second edition now includes more information on the history, geology, plants, birds and animals of each region. Including GPS waypoints for paddle locations and more "In the Eddy" and "Paddle Notes," all the items the fans of this popular series enjoy.

A Canoeing and Kayaking Guide to the Streams of Florida, Vol. II: Central and South Peninsula

Lou Glaros, Doug Sphar

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Total reviews: 2 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

watch out 4 out of 5 stars.
8 of 8 people found this review helpful.

I have paddled extensively in the areas covered by this book and find the route descriptions to be very accurate, but keep in mind this book is 17yrs. old and there are some changes, most noticeably many of the put in points have been closed ,fenced,etc. and no longer exsist. Check locally before a long drive.

An excellent reference for canoeing North Florida 4 out of 5 stars.
5 of 5 people found this review helpful.

This book is a guide to virtually every good paddling stream or river in the northern half of Florida, from the panhandle to the east coast and down as far as the Ocala National Forest and Orlando area. It leaves off a few rivers along the Northern Atlantic Coast but these are covered in the companion book.

For each river, there is a general description, typically with a B&W photo or two. Then, each covered section of the river is addressed individually, with difficulty ratings, access points, river mileage, and a description of the river section with interesting details or features, such as major shoals or safety hazards. Maps are included covering each section, typically based on the state canoe trail maps.

For readers familiar with the other Menasha Ridge canoe guides, this one will look a little different. There is less technical data such as river gradient, rainfall, etc., because Florida rivers aren't whitewater and don't really need it. However, the descriptions of the river sections are usually much more detailed than other books in the Menasha series.

The book also has a general introduction to paddling in Florida, including discussion of issues visitors to the state might not have thought of. For example, some basic alligator safety points are included, as well tips on insects, sun exposure, and riparian rights.

When my wife and I first started canoeing in Florida, we bought this book. Turns out it was the most essential piece of canoeing equipment we ever bought. We have used it literally hundreds of times in the thousands of miles we have paddled.

The four stars instead of five is the result of the book being somewhat dated. Menasha very recently released a long-awaited update (ISBN 0897325885) which combines this work and the original companion book on Southern Florida paddling. While I haven't seen the new edition, interested parties should consider it also.

Editorial Review:

The companion volume to A Canoeing and Kayaking Guide to the Streams of Florida, Volume I, North Central Peninsula and Panhandle. Each stream is divided into sections illustrated with maps, photographs, difficulty and scenery ratings, notes on history, flora, and fauna, including thorough descriptions of all access points for each stream section from the central Atlantic Coast to the tip of the peninsula.

Canoeing: Outdoor Adventures

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Canoeing is one of the fastest-growing outdoor activities-- more than 9 million people enjoy the experience each year. It allows you to socialize with friends and family while exploring new places as you relax and enjoy the outdoors. Canoeing not only provides you with the basic skills and knowledge you need to safely head out for adventures on a variety of water trails, but it also presents a strong foundational understanding of this recreational activity.

Readers will find

• indispensable advice on gear and equipment selection, food and nutrition, fitness, water trail etiquette, and safety and survival skills;
• step-by-step instruction of basic paddling skills and techniques;
• informative consumer, technique, and safety tips; and
• Web-based resources to help you plan trips in the United States and throughout the world.

The book also includes the Quickstart Your Canoe DVD. This instructional DVD guides you through an introduction to paddle sports and basic safety and paddling techniques so you can enjoy a safe boating experience. It contains videos of the essential skills and techniques of canoeing, making it easier than ever to learn the basics.

Wade and Kayak Fishing the Coastal Bend of Texas

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This book covers every possible legal place a person could drive up to and wade fish or launch a kayak in the Coastal Bend of Texas. It covers San Antonio Bay, Aransas Bay, Red Fish Bay, Corpus Christi Bay, and Upper Laguna Madre.

Adventure Kayaking: Inland Waters of the Western United States: Includes Selected Areas in California, Arizona, Oregon, Nevada, Utah, and Washington

Don Skillman

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The western states provide premier inland paddling spots. These 13 trips range in length from two hours to two days. Each trip includes difficulty ratings, route distances and times, detailed maps, equipment lists, launch-point camping, and natural history information.

The Wild Coast 3: A Kayaking, Hiking and Recreation Guide for BC's South Coast and East Vancouver Island

John Kimantas

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So far, John Kimantas' best-selling Wild Coast series has taken kayaking and outdoor enthusiasts along the north and west coast of Vancouver Island and British Columbia's central and north coast. The Wild Coast 3 completes, for the first time, a kayaking network across the entire B.C. coast.

The Wild Coast 3 provides explorers with everything they need to know to journey along the south coast and east Vancouver Island, from Victoria to Port McNeill. Written from first-hand research, this point-by-point guide, designed for kayakers but usable by anyone on the coast, describes the details, hazards, geography, ecology, history, hikes and attractions of each location. Colorful maps and color photography accompany the text.

This book provides information for the following locations:

• The Gulf Islands
• The Discovery Islands
• Sechelt Inlet
• Johnstone Strait
• Desolation Sound
• Knight Inlet
• Jervis Inlet
• Broughton Archipelago
• Quadra Island
• Queen Charlotte Strait.

Kayakers, adventurous travelers, curious tourists and armchair readers alike will find The Wild Coast, Volume 3 to bean indispensable guide to British Columbia's magnificent coast.

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