Beginner canoeists learn the skills they need to maneuver a canoe effectively on flat water, and more experienced paddlers get expert advice on how to hone their skills.

Whether you enjoy small day trips around local lakes and slow-moving rivers, overnight trips, or expeditions, Andrew Westwood's thoughtful and clear breakdown of canoeing principles, skills, and techniques make this book a must-have for solo and tandem paddlers who are interested in maximizing their enjoyment of the canoe.

• The equipment and how to choose it
• Essential strokes and techniques
• Offside and advanced strokes
• How to paddle tandem and solo
• Capsize recovery methods and safety issues

ISBN: 9781896980294