With an extensive collection of photographs and easy-to-understand text, veteran paddlers Charlie Wilson and Lou Glaros explain freestyle canoeing for both the beginner and the expert.

Includes instruction in basic skills, choosing the right equipment, safety guidelines, and conditioning exercises.

"Canoeing not only provides you with the basic skills and knowledge you need to safely head out for adventures on a variety of water trails, but it also presents a strong foundational understanding of this recreational activity."--Back cover.

An all-inclusive guide to the sport of canoeing, including tips on choosing the right equipment, suggestions for trips, and techniques for paddling.

This is a complete introduction to open canoeing.Canoeing and kayaking have topped the UK charts for watersports since 2003, matched only by angling (BritishMarine Federation survey). Over one million people wentcanoeing in 2008. This is the first complete introductionto open canoeing in seven years, the most up-to-date bookabout how to get into this growing sport. DiscoverCanoeing is a journey through the sport of open canoeing,its history, the modern canoe and the future. James Weirgives a fresh approach to one of the oldest forms oftransport known to man. Colour photos and sequences showeach of the techniques stage by stage, from gettingafloat on calm waters, paddling with a partner, going ona trip or expedition, navigating rapids and rightingyourself with an Eskimo roll after a capsize. Full oftips, tricks and know-how, this book has all you need toknow to paddle your own canoe, stay safe and have fun.

The only complete statistics of Australia's participation in the Olympic Games from 1896 to 2002. Contains updated and never-before published statistics such as- A complete list of the results for every Australian competitor at every Olympic Games up to Athens in 2004Australia's medal tally from every Olympics Fascinating Olympic factsFamily relationships between every Australian competitor (e.g. brothers/sisters or multiple generations who have competed) Published to be the perfect companion to Harry Gordon's new book on the Sydney Olympics, The Time of our Lives(UQP, October 03). This is an essential handbook to have at your side when watching the 2004 Athens Olympic Games.

Provides advice on buying a canoe or kayak, paddling strokes and maneuvers, navigating all types of waters, and the best ports for paddling.

Presents an introduction to the outdoor sports of canoeing and kayaking, with information on the equipment used, skills and techniques, and different types of canoeing and kayaking.

This amply illustrated introduction to flatwater and river paddling will be an important resource for both instructors and those who like to teach themselves....

The essential maneuvers for all canoeists, developed at the acclaimed Nantahala Outdoor Center.