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Pushing the River

An Epic Battle, a Lost History, a Near Death, and Other True Canoeing Stories

by Frank Bures ...

Tales of ambition, terror, rivalry, adventure, endurance, friendship, and love on the waters of the Mississippi River and beyond.In this collection of thrilling stories, award-winning writer Frank Bures tells stories as varied as the waters and weather and rhythms of a canoe trip. Bures recounts the terror of two kayakers who barely escaped from the 2011 Pagami Creek Fire in the Boundary Waters. ... Read more

$10.99 USD

Tales of ambition, terror, rivalry, adventure, endurance, friendship, and love on the waters of the Mississippi River and beyond.In this collection of thrilling stories, award-winning writer Frank Bures tells stories as varied as the waters and weather and rhythms of a canoe trip. Bures recounts the terror of two kayakers who barely escaped from the 2011 Pagami Creek Fire in the Boundary Waters.
... Read more
An Adirondack Passage

The Cruise of the Canoe Sairy Gamp

by Christine Jerome ...

A paddling classic back in print with new maps, photos, details, and afterword.Christine Jerome walked into the Adirondack Museum in Blue Mountain Lake, NY, and promptly fell in love with a 9-foot, 10½-pound canoe named the Sairy Gamp. More than a century before, in 1883, the Sairy Gamp had been paddled and portaged through the Adirondacks by a sixty-one-year-old writer named George Washington ... Read more

$7.99 USD

A paddling classic back in print with new maps, photos, details, and afterword.Christine Jerome walked into the Adirondack Museum in Blue Mountain Lake, NY, and promptly fell in love with a 9-foot, 10½-pound canoe named the Sairy Gamp. More than a century before, in 1883, the Sairy Gamp had been paddled and portaged through the Adirondacks by a sixty-one-year-old writer named George Washington
... Read more
The Survival of the Bark Canoe

by John McPhee ...

In Greenville, New Hampshire, a small town in the southern part of the state, Henri Vaillancourt makes birch-bark canoes in the same manner and with the same tools that the Indians used. The Survival of the Bark Canoe is the story of this ancient craft and of a 150-mile trip through the Maine woods in those graceful survivors of a prehistoric technology. It is a book squarely in the tradition of ... Read more

$11.99 USD

In Greenville, New Hampshire, a small town in the southern part of the state, Henri Vaillancourt makes birch-bark canoes in the same manner and with the same tools that the Indians used. The Survival of the Bark Canoe is the story of this ancient craft and of a 150-mile trip through the Maine woods in those graceful survivors of a prehistoric technology. It is a book squarely in the tradition of
... Read more
Dazed but Not Confused

Tales of a Wilderness Wanderer

by Kevin Callan ...

Kevin Callan presents his best adventures -- and misadventures -- in the wilderness. Entertaining, yet enlightening, the stories are full of enthusiasm and are designed to get people to explore the wilderness on their own, and it's hoped, be inspired to protect what's still left.These captured moments of a life spent traveling in secluded areas and promoting their importance to all of us aren't ... Read more

$8.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Kevin Callan presents his best adventures -- and misadventures -- in the wilderness. Entertaining, yet enlightening, the stories are full of enthusiasm and are designed to get people to explore the wilderness on their own, and it's hoped, be inspired to protect what's still left.These captured moments of a life spent traveling in secluded areas and promoting their importance to all of us aren't
... Read more
Canoe and Kayak Routes of Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington

Including Southwest Washington

by Philip Jones ...

* 74 paddle routes in Oregon* Trips range from easy for novices with an open canoe or sea kayak to more difficult on streams or open water where paddling skills are required* Information on canoes, kayaks, paddles, safety equipment, and morePhillip Jones has been exploring the Northwest by canoe and kayak for more than 20 years, and presents his favorite outings in this guidebook to paddling the ... Read more

$12.99 USD

* 74 paddle routes in Oregon* Trips range from easy for novices with an open canoe or sea kayak to more difficult on streams or open water where paddling skills are required* Information on canoes, kayaks, paddles, safety equipment, and morePhillip Jones has been exploring the Northwest by canoe and kayak for more than 20 years, and presents his favorite outings in this guidebook to paddling the
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Crossing the Ditch

by James Castrission ...

Two mates, a kayak, and the conquest of the Tasman.'this is the gripping and inspirational account of two ordinary blokes ... double-handedly proving that the Age of Adventure is not over!' PEtER FItZSIMONS With more than two thousand kilometres of treacherous seas and dangerously unpredictable weather and currents, it was little wonder no-one had ever successfully crossed the tasman by kayak. ... Read more

$7.99 USD

Two mates, a kayak, and the conquest of the Tasman.'this is the gripping and inspirational account of two ordinary blokes ... double-handedly proving that the Age of Adventure is not over!' PEtER FItZSIMONS With more than two thousand kilometres of treacherous seas and dangerously unpredictable weather and currents, it was little wonder no-one had ever successfully crossed the tasman by kayak.
... Read more
Canvas Canoes

How to Build Them

by Parker B. Field ...

$1.00 USD
Hudson Bay Bound

Two Women, One Dog, Two Thousand Miles to the Arctic

by Natalie Warren ...

The remarkable eighty-five-day journey of the first two women to canoe the 2,000-mile route from Minneapolis to Hudson BayUnrelenting winds, carnivorous polar bears, snake nests, sweltering heat, and constant hunger. Paddling from Minneapolis to Hudson Bay, following the 2,000-mile route made famous by Eric Sevareid in his 1935 classic Canoeing with the Cree, Natalie Warren and Ann Raiho faced ... Read more

$13.99 USD

The remarkable eighty-five-day journey of the first two women to canoe the 2,000-mile route from Minneapolis to Hudson BayUnrelenting winds, carnivorous polar bears, snake nests, sweltering heat, and constant hunger. Paddling from Minneapolis to Hudson Bay, following the 2,000-mile route made famous by Eric Sevareid in his 1935 classic Canoeing with the Cree, Natalie Warren and Ann Raiho faced
... Read more
The Paddler's Guide to Michigan

by Jeff Counts ...

A travel guide for the paddling-inclined.The Paddler’s Guide to Michigan takes users to the best quiet waters in the Great Lakes state, including rivers, inland lakes, and the Great Lakes. The guide is full of helpful suggestions for how to have the best paddling trips, even at the most popular destinations. Just because a river can be paddled, it doesn’t mean the experience will be a good one, so ... Read more

$12.99 USD

A travel guide for the paddling-inclined.The Paddler’s Guide to Michigan takes users to the best quiet waters in the Great Lakes state, including rivers, inland lakes, and the Great Lakes. The guide is full of helpful suggestions for how to have the best paddling trips, even at the most popular destinations. Just because a river can be paddled, it doesn’t mean the experience will be a good one, so
... Read more
The Lure of Faraway Places

Reflections on Wilderness and Solitude

by Herb Pohl ...

The Lure of Faraway Places is the publication canoeist Herb Pohl (1930-2006) did not live to see published. But Pohl's words and images provide a unique portrait of Canada by one who was happiest when travelling our northern waterways alone. Austrian-born Herb Pohl died at the mouth of the Michipcoten River on July 17, 2006. He is remembered as "Canada's most remarkable solo traveller."While ... Read more

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The Lure of Faraway Places is the publication canoeist Herb Pohl (1930-2006) did not live to see published. But Pohl's words and images provide a unique portrait of Canada by one who was happiest when travelling our northern waterways alone. Austrian-born Herb Pohl died at the mouth of the Michipcoten River on July 17, 2006. He is remembered as "Canada's most remarkable solo traveller."While
... Read more
The Girl Who Touched The Stars

One woman's inspiring true story of adventure, resilience and love, for readers of SHOWING UP and TRUE SPIRIT

by Bonnie Hancock ...

It took an ocean to learn it's not how fast you paddle but how deep inside you dig.PRAISE'Bonnie's ability to endure extreme physical pain paddling for such a long time is a testament to what humans are made of - or can be if inclined to such craziness! ... Thank you, Bonnie, for the motivation' Jessica Watson, author, adventurer and sailor'Bonnie is bravery and determination personified. Her ... Read more

$6.99 USD

It took an ocean to learn it's not how fast you paddle but how deep inside you dig.PRAISE'Bonnie's ability to endure extreme physical pain paddling for such a long time is a testament to what humans are made of - or can be if inclined to such craziness! ... Thank you, Bonnie, for the motivation' Jessica Watson, author, adventurer and sailor'Bonnie is bravery and determination personified. Her
... Read more
Backpacking Light: The Ultimate Survival Guide For Your First Backpacking Adventure

Camping, Hiking, Fishing, Outdoors Series

by Kevin Anderson ...

Series series Camping, Hiking, Fishing, Outdoors Series
Are You Ready For Your First Backpacking Adventure?Get the complete guide on gearing up for your journey today!There's nothing better than waking up in the wilderness to birds chirping, water rushing, and leaves blowing in the wind. Yawning as you climb out of your hammock (or tent) and brew a fresh cup of coffee before you hit the trail again. Even as I write this, I can't help myself reminiscing ... Read more

$2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Are You Ready For Your First Backpacking Adventure?Get the complete guide on gearing up for your journey today!There's nothing better than waking up in the wilderness to birds chirping, water rushing, and leaves blowing in the wind. Yawning as you climb out of your hammock (or tent) and brew a fresh cup of coffee before you hit the trail again. Even as I write this, I can't help myself reminiscing
... Read more
Trails and Tribulations

Confessions of a Wilderness Pathfinder

by Hap Wilson ...

In an age when "survival" shows permeate the media, noted northern traveller Hap Wilson shares accounts of his lifelong involvement with wilderness living within the Canadian Shield. Wilson knows better than most how to live in the woods. As park ranger, canoe guide, outfitter, trail builder, and environmental activist, he learned from firsthand experience that nature can neither be beaten or ... Read more

$8.09 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

In an age when "survival" shows permeate the media, noted northern traveller Hap Wilson shares accounts of his lifelong involvement with wilderness living within the Canadian Shield. Wilson knows better than most how to live in the woods. As park ranger, canoe guide, outfitter, trail builder, and environmental activist, he learned from firsthand experience that nature can neither be beaten or
... Read more
Bark Canoes and Skin Boats of North America

by Edwin Tappan Adney, Howard I. Chapelle ...

The bark canoes of the North American Indians, particularly those of birchbark, were among the most highly developed manually propelled primitive watercraft. Built with Stone Age tools from available materials, their design, size, and appearance were varied to suit the many requirements of their users. Even today, canoes are based on these ancient designs, and this fascinating guide combines ... Read more

$10.99 USD

The bark canoes of the North American Indians, particularly those of birchbark, were among the most highly developed manually propelled primitive watercraft. Built with Stone Age tools from available materials, their design, size, and appearance were varied to suit the many requirements of their users. Even today, canoes are based on these ancient designs, and this fascinating guide combines
... Read more
Paddling the Salish Sea

80 Trips in Puget Sound, the San Juan Islands, Olympic Peninsula & Southern British Columbia

by Rob Casey ...

Independent Publisher Book Award WinnerExplore the Salish Sea with this expanded and fully updated edition of Kayaking Puget Sound and the San Juan IslandsFeatures 23 wholly new routesPaddles range from protected lakes and short routes for beginners to more exposed, longer saltwater trips for advanced paddlersDetailed information on paddle duration, difficulty, planning considerations, and moreAll ... Read more

$25.99 USD

Independent Publisher Book Award WinnerExplore the Salish Sea with this expanded and fully updated edition of Kayaking Puget Sound and the San Juan IslandsFeatures 23 wholly new routesPaddles range from protected lakes and short routes for beginners to more exposed, longer saltwater trips for advanced paddlersDetailed information on paddle duration, difficulty, planning considerations, and moreAll
... Read more
The Politics of the Canoe

Edited by Bruce Erickson, Sarah Wylie Krotz ...

Popularly thought of as a recreational vehicle and one of the key ingredients of an ideal wilderness getaway, the canoe is also a political vessel. A potent symbol and practice of Indigenous cultures and traditions, the canoe has also been adopted to assert conservation ideals, feminist empowerment, citizenship practices, and multicultural goals. Documenting many of these various uses, this book ... Read more

$17.99 USD

Popularly thought of as a recreational vehicle and one of the key ingredients of an ideal wilderness getaway, the canoe is also a political vessel. A potent symbol and practice of Indigenous cultures and traditions, the canoe has also been adopted to assert conservation ideals, feminist empowerment, citizenship practices, and multicultural goals. Documenting many of these various uses, this book
... Read more
Perseverance

Life and Death in the Subarctic

by Stephan Kesting ...

An adventurer, firefighter, and jiu-jitsu practitioner embarks on a journey of a lifetime—a 1,000 mile voyage through the Canadian sub-arctic—after recovering from a life-threatening illness.The Canadian North is a vast and lonely land where bears roam free, fires rage unchecked, and storms blast every living thing on the tundra. When Stephan Kesting, already no stranger to pushing his own ... Read more

$13.99 USD

An adventurer, firefighter, and jiu-jitsu practitioner embarks on a journey of a lifetime—a 1,000 mile voyage through the Canadian sub-arctic—after recovering from a life-threatening illness.The Canadian North is a vast and lonely land where bears roam free, fires rage unchecked, and storms blast every living thing on the tundra. When Stephan Kesting, already no stranger to pushing his own
... Read more
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Canoeing and Kayaking

Expert Advice on Buying a Canoe or a Kayak

by Canoe and Kayak Magazine, Dennis Stuhaug ...

Go with the flow!You’re no idiot, of course. You love being on the water and in the great outdoors. But when it comes to canoeing or kayaking, you’re starting to think you hear a waterfall. Don’t head for higher ground! The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Canoeing and Kayaking will prepare you for your journey—whether you’re heading down a local river, around a regional lake, or into the ocean.In this ... Read more

$8.99 USD

Go with the flow!You’re no idiot, of course. You love being on the water and in the great outdoors. But when it comes to canoeing or kayaking, you’re starting to think you hear a waterfall. Don’t head for higher ground! The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Canoeing and Kayaking will prepare you for your journey—whether you’re heading down a local river, around a regional lake, or into the ocean.In this
... Read more
In the Flow

by Jonathan Males ...

The importance of delivering the psychological fundamentals to achieve paddling success.What's the connection between what paddlers think and feel and how they perform? How does mental preparation help performance? What do paddlers and their coaches need to do, to ensure paddlers perform at their best when it counts?Former international paddler and now sport psychologist Jonathan Males combines ... Read more

$7.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The importance of delivering the psychological fundamentals to achieve paddling success.What's the connection between what paddlers think and feel and how they perform? How does mental preparation help performance? What do paddlers and their coaches need to do, to ensure paddlers perform at their best when it counts?Former international paddler and now sport psychologist Jonathan Males combines
... Read more
Beyond The River

A Novel

by Mohale Mashigo ...

Duma is at a cross roads in life. Living in an informal settlement in Soweto with his father and young sister, Duma is expected to make a contribution to the household since he does not work. The easy way has been to steal electricity cables. But when his friend gets caught, Duma decides to try a new way of life.The road to a new beginning does not come easy as he goes back to the canoe club at ... Read more

$2.99 USD

Duma is at a cross roads in life. Living in an informal settlement in Soweto with his father and young sister, Duma is expected to make a contribution to the household since he does not work. The easy way has been to steal electricity cables. But when his friend gets caught, Duma decides to try a new way of life.The road to a new beginning does not come easy as he goes back to the canoe club at
... Read more
Along the Trail in Algonquin Park

With Ralph Bice

by Ralph Bice ...

Along the Trail in Algonquin Park has delighted thousands of readers across Canada and the United States from the time of its first publication in the summer of 1980. This is the fourth reprint of the classic work by the late legendary outdoorsman, Ralph Bice of Kearney, Ontario. The writing is vintage Ralph Bice; a combination of unequalled park knowledge, remarkable outdoor adventures and ... Read more

$7.19 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Along the Trail in Algonquin Park has delighted thousands of readers across Canada and the United States from the time of its first publication in the summer of 1980. This is the fourth reprint of the classic work by the late legendary outdoorsman, Ralph Bice of Kearney, Ontario. The writing is vintage Ralph Bice; a combination of unequalled park knowledge, remarkable outdoor adventures and
... Read more
Paddlenorth

Adventure, Resilience, and Renewal in the Arctic Wild

by Jennifer Kingsley ...

In an adventure of a lifetime, Jennifer Kingsley and her five companions canoe through one of the planet’s most rugged settings. They battle raging winds, impenetrable sea ice, treacherous rapids, and agonizing sores and blisters while contending with rising tensions among the group. But they also experience the lasting joy of grizzly sightings, icy swims, and the caribou’s summer migration. Woven ... Read more

$12.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

In an adventure of a lifetime, Jennifer Kingsley and her five companions canoe through one of the planet’s most rugged settings. They battle raging winds, impenetrable sea ice, treacherous rapids, and agonizing sores and blisters while contending with rising tensions among the group. But they also experience the lasting joy of grizzly sightings, icy swims, and the caribou’s summer migration. Woven
... Read more
The European Cruises of the Rob Roy

by Mary Titcomb, A H Guernsey, H M Alden ...

Three short pieces take us on a tour of mid nineteenth century Europe in a solo sail. The Cruise of the Rob Roy takes us around Europe in a one man canoe. Macgregor visits France, Germany, Switzerland along canals, rivers and lakes. The Rob Roy in the Baltic is another of MacGregor's canoe trips. This one in a new and redesigned vessel which takes the name of the original. Captain MacGregor ... Read more

$3.99 USD

Three short pieces take us on a tour of mid nineteenth century Europe in a solo sail. The Cruise of the Rob Roy takes us around Europe in a one man canoe. Macgregor visits France, Germany, Switzerland along canals, rivers and lakes. The Rob Roy in the Baltic is another of MacGregor's canoe trips. This one in a new and redesigned vessel which takes the name of the original. Captain MacGregor
... Read more
From Reindeer Lake to Eskimo Point

by Peter Kazaks ...

Canoe across large lakes, up and down rivers and rapids; labour over portages and through a miasma of blackflies; bask in the golden evenings of the Subarctic. In this account of an 800-mile canoe trip -- which begins at Reindeer Lake on the Manitoba/Saskatchewan border, continues into Nunavut past the treeline, and ends on Hudson Bay -- Peter Kazaks conveys the experience of being in the north by ... Read more

$8.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Canoe across large lakes, up and down rivers and rapids; labour over portages and through a miasma of blackflies; bask in the golden evenings of the Subarctic. In this account of an 800-mile canoe trip -- which begins at Reindeer Lake on the Manitoba/Saskatchewan border, continues into Nunavut past the treeline, and ends on Hudson Bay -- Peter Kazaks conveys the experience of being in the north by
... Read more

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