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A detailed color atlas of the Florida Keys from Key Largo to Key West designed for kayakers and other water enthusiasts interested in shallow water exploration.

Discover the excitement and adventure of paddling on the open sea. This thoroughly revised fifth edition of the bestselling Complete Book of Sea Kayaking is a comprehensive guide for the beginner and an invaluable reference source for the seasoned veteran. From basic strokes and techniques to advanced rescue maneuvers, kayak history to boat design, this is the fundamental book for all sea kayakers.With this book in hand readers will learn about choosing a kayak and paddle, launching, how to outfit themselves, advice on kayak strokes, maneuvers, navigation, equipment, and the newest technology. This new edition contains additional material on the history and origins of the kayak as well as new information on navigation. The chapters on strokes and techniques have been expanded considerably and now present information in a master-class format that caters to novice paddlers.

The most up-to-date, inspiring, and helpful guide to kayak surfing ever published, Kayak Surfing is a modern and visually dynamic resource by a leading expert in the sport.

Rolling is a skill critical to every kayaker's survival in water. This simple, four-color book provides a visual step-by-step approach to learning to roll a kayak and developing a bombproof roll in rough water. Modern and relevant to all kayakers, from sea kayakers to playboaters.

Essential information on choosing the right sit-on-top kayak; picking the proper paddle and accessories; performing forward, steering, and bracing strokes; equipping a sit-on-top for fishing, diving, and photography; and transporting a sit-on-top from the garage to the water.

The most complete and up-to-date guide available to canoeing and paddling destinations in Michigan. Includes more than 70 whitewater and flatwater trips in both the Upper and Lower Peninsulas.

The authoritative guide to the Connecticut River for boaters, canoeists, and kayakers.

In sea kayaking, rescue refers primarily to the righting of a swamped or capsized boat and the paddler's re-entry. This can be accomplished by the paddler alone ("self-rescue"), or with the assistance of other kayakers ("assisted rescue"). This book is a comprehensive course in all the techniques of sea kayak rescue for beginning, intermediate, and advanced paddlers, with additional information on towing disabled boats and rescuing swimmers.

In Paddling Alaska, you can drive to all the lakes and rivers described in this guide. This fact might sound unremarkable, but Alaska is mostly wilderness, with few highways. This is the first guidebook to organize journeys in this manner.

Explore the diverse natural wonders of sixty-five of Northern California's finest lakes, streams, and coastal waterways. From the snowcapped Sierra Nevada to the broad Central Valley to the rugged Coast Ranges, Paddling Northern California takes you on a journey through the region's most spectacular landscapes. Included are waterways known for wonderful scenery, good fishing, relaxation, historical importance, and marine wildlife. Inside you'll find: an overview of what to expect and how to prepare; detailed maps showing access points and routes; information on each waterway's character, difficulty, and the best times to paddle; lists of local paddling organizations and information resources.

This unique and handy guide has proven to be the favorite of begging floaters and skilled river rats alike. Author and outfitter Doug Wheat combines ten years of research on the geology, wildlife, plantlife, and human adventure of Colorado's rivers with detailed maps, firsthand observations, and vital information such as water flow, government regulations, and river use patterns. The result is a thorough, readable guidebook that shares an expert's knowledge and passion on every page.

Paddling Colorado describes thirty-four trips in a remarkable variety of settings—from downtown Denver to the remote canyons of the Dolores River.

The lakes of Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks often play second fiddle to the hiking trails and majestic peaks. This book aims to give those lakes their due and to provide paddling enthusiasts the first guide to the waters of the parks where travel by canoe and kayak is allowed. On Yellowstone, Lewis, and Shoshone Lakes in Yellowstone National Park, on five lakes in Grand Teton National Park, and on the Snake River, which flows into and out of Grand Teton, adventure awaits the well-prepared and safety-conscious paddler. Until now, no one has bothered to compile the information necessary to ensure a safe, satisfying trip. Don Nelson, the former director of the Yellowstone Institute, spent a summer paddling his kayak in the parks, and shares the information that can help you prepare for and take such a trip. When you do, you'll experience a water wilderness and a shoreline replete with flora, fauna, thermal pools, and breathtaking vistas that have made these parks justly famous. Best of all, you'll be utilizing perhaps the least-used mode of travel in either...

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.

Oregon offers innumerable opportunities for the adventurous boater. From steep mountain creeks to desert canyons and lush scenic gorges, Oregon has something for every taste and ability. This guidebook provides everything boaters need for a safe and memorable trip: detailed information on recommended water levels to aid in trip planning; river profiles with a visual gradient for each river mile; and maps showing the general river classification, major rapids, obstructions, and access areas.