A canoe, a paddle, a body of water—it’s nice to think that’s all it takes. Whether for fishing, nature watching, a wilderness adventure, or just a bit of exercise, canoeing is in fact a simple pleasure only after you’ve acquired the knowledge to make it so. Enter Knack Canoeing for Everyone, the first idea-packed, picture-driven guide to present, step by step, all the tools you need to make sense of the mind-boggling array of canoes and gear on the market. And you’ll find out how best to use this equipment—on ponds, lakes, rivers, or oceans. This essential resource also offers a whole host of recreational ideas, including day, weekend, and expedition-level trips.
Inside you'll find:
- 450 full-color photos
- Selecting a Canoe
- Transportation
- Paddles, PDFs, and Other Gear
- Lakes
- Rivers
- Oceans
- Launching & Landing
- Basic Strokes
- Day Trips
- Longer Trips
- Portaging Safety
- First Aid