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Champion paddler Bruce Lessels details more than 90 classic whitewater runs from New England to New York, with route descriptions, charts, put-in directions, degrees of difficulty, and more.
In the only guide to Northeastern whitewater, paddlers of all skill levels will find invaluable information for planning their whitewater excursions. More than 110 classic whitewater runs are described in this complete revision of an AMC classic. Updated information includes: -- degree of difficulty, river level, average & maximum gradient, and the use of gauges -- detailed maps for each run showing access points, rapids, and river features -- River Chart for trip planning -- expanded coverage into Maine, New York, and Pennsylvania -- information on rivers once considered too challenging to paddle -- safety tips, explanation, gear, and techniques -- NOAA and USGS web addresses for updated river information.
A where-to guide to outdoor adventure in one of America's greatest metro centers--indispensible for today's young urbanites who crave outdoor sports and won't settle for less.
With in-depth coverage of Wisconsin, Upper Michigan, and northeast Minnesota, Whitewater; Quietwater will prepare you for the paddling adventures of a lifetime. This totally updated classic guide describes over 750 miles of wild and tame rivers. And with new and improved maps, the guide is easier to use than ever before. Not only do Bob and Jody Palzer describe the rivers of this majestic region, they also include vital information on equipment, technique safety, clubs and organizations. (8 1/2 x 11, 176 pages, maps, diagrams, b & w photos)
The ultimate guide to paddling whitewater in the western Carolinas, Carolina Whitewater has guided boaters to the best water in the Tar Heel and Palmetto states for almost 30 years. This latest edition includes expanded and updated information for the classic rivers, like the Chattooga, French Broad, and Nantahala, in addition to many new steep creeks including Cove, Rockhouse, and Hurricane. New to this edition is a section on flatwater that is suitable for canoe camping and can be handled by beginner and novice paddlers. Profiled runs are from the Broad River and two of its tributaries, the Enoree and the Tyger. The convenient at-a-glance format for each river section makes it easy to find critical details such as difficulty, length, paddling time, gradient, and more. River descriptions, shuttle and gauge information, and topographic-based maps complete the useful information needed to help boaters pick rivers to match their ability. With over 80 detailed profiles and more than 60 maps of the best canoeing and kayaking waterways in the Carolinas, this guide is indispensable. From quiet float trips on the French Broad to exciting runs on the fast-flowing Nolichucky, Carolina Whitewater details the best paddling experiences in both states.
This book provides cutting-edge paddlers with a guide to 29 of the most extreme runs in New England, while allowing armchair creekers a glimpse of the steepest stuff from the safety of their living rooms. Steep Creek of New England is sure to become a classic among New England steep creekers. The intentionally brief descriptions, along with technical data on each river, makes this guide ideal for class V boaters looking for their next challenge.
Designed for novice and intermediate backpackers who want to expand their outdoor skills, this guide covers everything you need to know to journey safely and responsibly in the backcountry. Experienced outdoorsman Mike Lanza shares with you the secrets of successfully planning a trip, traveling in the backcountry, and making camp. Perfect for anyone -- hiker, climber, or skier -- who plans to spend extended periods of time in the outdoors.