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Whitewater Philosophy

Author : Doug Ammons

Publisher :

Page : 223 pages

File Size : 11,94 MB

Release : 2009-02-10

Category : Adventure and adventurers

ISBN : 9780976158011

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Twenty-five essays by world class kayaker Doug Ammons discuss what we learn from whitewater when we enter the world of adventure. As stated in the Preface, ¿the adventure sports allow us to take part in the very forces that sculpted the world around us,¿ and they form the modern Dao. The essays discuss risk, where fear comes from and how it can be overcome, beginner¿s mind, openness to experience, the real measure of skill, being alone, martial arts concepts applicable to kayaking, confronting limits and knowing ourselves.Ammons has a PhD in psychology and 35 years as a world class whitewater kayaker. He was named in 2010 by Outside Magazine as "one of the top ten game changers in adventure since 1900" for his extreme descents. The book was named by the Wall Street Journal in 2010 as ¿One of the top six adventure books.¿





Carolina Whitewater

Author : Bob Benner

Publisher : ReadHowYouWant.com

Page : 506 pages

File Size : 13,66 MB

Release : 2010-07

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 1458780813

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The ultimate guide to paddling whitewater in the Carolinas, Carolina Whitewater has guided paddlers to the best creeks and rivers in the Tar Heel and Palmetto states for over 30 years. Detailed creek and river profiles include; Topographic-based maps Shuttle directions Gauge locations Kayakers and canoeists will find expanded and updated information for the classic rivers, like the Nolichucky, Nantahala, and French Broad, as well as for several new steep runs, such as Rock house Creek, Hurricane Creek, the Gragg Prong, and Big Hungry River. You'll also get vital information on clubs and organizations, state water trails, and national and scenic rivers. Waterway data for each run includes; Class of difficulty Length of the run Time to paddle Water level needed to paddle Permits required (if any) Gradient of each run Ratings for scenery.



Paddling Washington

Author : Rich Landers

Publisher : The Mountaineers Books

Page : 440 pages

File Size : 15,6 MB

Release : 2008-04-07

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 1594852618

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* 112 routes in rivers, streams, lakes, and bays in the Northwest * For paddlers of all skill levels * Maps, safety tips, equipment requirements, and a route comparison chart This uniquely comprehensive Washington paddling guidebook combines the best of three previous books--Paddle Routes of the Inland Northwest, Paddle Routes of Western Washington, and Washington Whitewater--into one volume. Detailed locator maps and instructions on safety are included, as well as appendices on equipment, map sources, and a useful route comparison chart for selecting the right trip level for any paddler. Paddling Washington covers water routes in western and eastern Washington, British Columbia, North Idaho, and Montana, and has enough trips to keep northwest paddlers busy for years to come.



Path of the Paddle

Author : Bill Mason

Publisher : Key Porter

Page : 200 pages

File Size : 18,22 MB

Release : 1984

Category : Canoes and canoeing

ISBN : 9780919493384

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A History of Whitewater Paddling in Western North Carolina

Author : Will Leverette

Publisher : The History Press

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 42,48 MB

Release : 2008

Category : History

ISBN : 9781596294356

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From The Chattooga to the Nantahala, the thrilling rapids and unparalleled scenery of Western North Carolina's rivers attract thousands of whitewater paddlers each year. Author and paddling instructor Will Leverette grew up in and around canoes. His grandfather, Frank "Chief " Bell, helped to popularize the sport through Camp Mondamin, the country's premier summer camp for paddling. Ride along with Leverette as he recounts the exhilarating adventures of paddling's pioneers from 1923 to 1980, both those who started the craze and those who guided it farther downstream.



Paddling Pacific Northwest Whitewater

Author : Nick Hinds

Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield

Page : 434 pages

File Size : 42,43 MB

Release : 2016-06-30

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 1493023071

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Paddling Pacific Northwest Whitewater is the definitive guide to the best rivers and creeks for kayaking and rafting in Washington and Oregon—home to some of the most fun (and challenging) whitewater in the world. Including over 240 detailed run descriptions from local area paddlers who know these rivers and creeks better than anyone else, this is the only book you’ll ever need for a lifetime’s-worth of paddling in the Pacific Northwest. Includes… ·Run descriptions ·Shuttle directions ·Detailed maps ·Min. and max. recommended flows ·Scouting advice ·Awesome photos ·And more!



Texas Whitewater

Author : Stephen Hartley Daniel

Publisher : Texas A&M University Press

Page : 265 pages

File Size : 24,45 MB

Release : 2004

Category : Nature

ISBN : 1603446532

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Texas and whitewater. Who knew? According to veteran paddler Steve Daniel, one doesn't have to be an outdoors expert to find whitewater fun and adventure in the Lone Star State. Sometimes all that's needed is a little rain and perseverance - and this handy guide to Texas rivers and creeks with the greatest prospects for whitewater.



The Complete Whitewater Rafter

Author : Jeff Bennett

Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional

Page : 214 pages

File Size : 49,27 MB

Release : 1996-01-22

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 9780070055056

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How the experts do it.



The River Chasers

Author : Susan L. Taft

Publisher :

Page : 384 pages

File Size : 19,44 MB

Release : 2001

Category : White-water canoeing

ISBN : 9780966979510

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This is the history of American whitewater canoeing and kayaking, tracing the evolution of whitewater padding through the people, rivers and events of the last 60 years. Covers wood/canvas canoes and folding kayaks to composites and plastics, from slalom and squirt to rodeo and extreme boating.