Download or read book The Hungry Kayaker written by David Barnes and published by FriesenPress. This book was released on 2010-08-11 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Hungry Kayaker is a guide to a common-sense approach to co-existing with nature while enjoying great food. Camping and kayaking go hand in hand and an excellent way to explore and fully appreciate our natural surroundings. The kayak puts us in touch with the movements of the earth while the sea breaths below the hull. A night in a tent brings us to the quiet not known to mankind for a millennium. Then to top the combination of the too, The Hungry Kayaker offers delicious recipes to enjoy at the fireside, or shore. There is no good reason not to eat as well in camp as you would at home. The Hungry Kayaker will take you there!
Download or read book Encounters from a Kayak written by Nigel Foster and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2012-11-20 with total page 267 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What makes travel special? Perhaps the chill realization that a polar bear's eyes are fixed on you. Maybe it is the chance meeting with a man who buries sharks in a beach, only to dig them up months later, not out of morbid curiosity, but for food. Perhaps it is the undulating wing-beat of a dark shell-less gastropod in the canal of a 17th Century French sea port, or the criminal history of a rusting ship with a tree growing from its hold.Encounters in a Kayak brings the reader along on the magical experiences that surround sea kayaking. It’s about the animals, people, and special places around the globe that have grabbed the attention of renowned kayaker and writer Nigel Foster. His irrepressible curiosity drives him to tease out the unexpected stories hidden behind his subjects. These nuggets from around the world are bound together by water and a centuries-old form of sea travel: kayak. The result is a book of broad appeal for those interested in kayaking, traveling, and adventure.
Download or read book Kayaking with Lambs written by Brian D. Miller and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2023-10-02 with total page 77 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Brian Miller’s Kayaking with Lambs is about the idyllic farm life of your imagination—fresh fruits and vegetables, livestock large and small, endless gatherings of kith and kin around a table of homegrown food and handmade drink. It is also about pain, blood, deaths, mud, storms, droughts, and failures. The author, who owns a small East Tennessee farm, lives an “antiquated life,” that is, a life often out of sync with modernity and closely in sync with the natural world. His book is structured as a breviary broken into the eight monastic offices of the day. Written as a series of meditative notes, it follows his efforts to live with purpose and stewardship. Kayaking with Lambs is about learning to dwell alongside neighbors, nature, and even the planet as if it mattered. In language that is poetic and writing that is honest, insightful, poignant, wry, and self-deprecating, Miller ponders everything from the cycles of life to his family heritage to what Wes Jackson refers to as “becoming native to this place.” And, of course, he shares the many times along his journey that he’s found himself in situations totally unforeseen when he began . . . like kayaking with lambs.
Download or read book Sea Kayaking written by Dan Baharav and published by Dan Baharav. This book was released on 2010 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reflections on the ecology and the natural history of the Northern Cascades watersheds; lakes,rivers, estuaries, deltas, bays and inlets, and the Pacific coastal waters while kayaking from headwaters to the ocean.
Download or read book Sea Kayaking Central and Northern California written by Roger Schumann and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2013-04-16 with total page 291 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the best sea kayaking trips in Central and Northern California, including whitewater, stillwater, and coastal excursions. Includes detailed maps with access points and landmarks; flow charts indicating optimum floating seasons on rivers; and tide information for the ocean trips.
Download or read book Sea Kayaking and Stand Up Paddling Connecticut Rhode Island and the Long Island Sound written by David Fasulo and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2017-07-15 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The kayak touring, stand up paddling, and kayak fishing along the Connecticut and Rhode Island coast is some of the finest in the country. Most of these waters are protected from large ocean swells, while ocean currents allow for lively waters and abundant sea life. These conditions permit beginners and experts alike to explore the many islands, coastal preserves, and dramatic coastlines in Long Island Sound, Fishers Island Sound, Block Island Sound, and Narragansett Bay. Along with over 100 photographs, Sea Kayaking and Stand Up Paddling Connecticut, Rhode Island, and the Long Island Sound provides readers with over 40: Kayak tours, and rough water play areas, for the beginner and advanced paddler Preferred areas for Stand Up Paddlers Kayak fishing areas and tips Maps with overviews of the paddling circuits and launches Utilizing the author’s vast knowledge of these waters, Sea Kayaking and Stand Up Paddling Connecticut, Rhode Island, and the Long Island Sound is an exceptionally comprehensive resource for all car-top boaters in this region.
Download or read book Man Up and Paddle written by Cathal McCosker and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2013-03-14 with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cathal McCosker, together with his friend Leon Harris, circumnavigated 1200 miles of Ireland's wild coastline in 67 days by sea kayak. En route, he survived 40-foot waves, dangerous tides that could have dragged him out to sea, and jellyfish stings which left him in much pain. He and Leon made this perilous journey with minimal equipment and no coastguard contact. They made it into the Guinness Book of Records in the process. This book records their exciting, and often hair-raising adventure, with humour and courage. "A bold journey that stretched this duo to the physical limits - but they gained so much more in return..." - Bear Grylls. "This is a must-read book. It's funny, it's true and it will make you laugh!" - Martin Clunes. "Dangerous - a must-read." - Rory Bremner.
Download or read book Moon Glacier National Park written by Becky Lomax and published by Moon Travel. This book was released on 2021-03-30 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Through lush green parkland and up to the top of jagged summits, forge your own path with Moon Glacier National Park. Flexible Itineraries: Unique and adventure-packed ideas for day trips, a week on the road, families with kids, wildlife enthusiasts, and more The Best Hikes in Glacier: Individual trail maps, mileage and elevation gains, and backpacking options Experience the Outdoors: Trek through fields of alpine wildflowers and walk beneath waterfalls. Go whitewater rafting, cast a line into the Flathead River for wild trout, or hop on a guided horseback ride. Drive or bike the Going-to-the-Sun Road, take in views of snowy peaks and glaciers, and spot wild moose or grizzlies roaming the mountainside How to Get There: Up-to-date information on gateway towns, park entrances, park fees, and tours Where to Stay: Spend a night in a historic lakeside lodge, or sleep under the stars with campgrounds, resorts, and more both inside and outside the park Planning Tips: When to go, what to pack, safety information, and how to avoid the crowds, with full-color photos and detailed maps throughout Helpful resources on COVID-19 and traveling to Glacier Expertise and Know-How: Explore Glacier with former park guide and Whitefish local Becky Lomax Experience the best of Glacier National Park with Moon. Visiting more of North America's national parks? Try Moon Yellowstone & Grand Teton. Trying to hit them all? Check out Moon USA National Parks.
Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Canoeing and Kayaking written by Dennis O. Stuhaug and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2004 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides advice on buying a canoe or kayak, paddling strokes and maneuvers, navigating all types of waters, and the best ports for paddling.
Download or read book More Than Meets the Eye written by Margie Patlak and published by Down East Books. This book was released on 2021-05-01 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner of the American Society of Journalists and Authors Award in the memoir/autobiography category! For award-winning science writer Margie Patlak, exploring the unique nature of the Maine coast opens a door to deeper ties and insights. Watching a striped monarch caterpillar transform into a chartreuse pendant dabbed with gold, she realizes the limits of life and what is passed between generations. Tides show how fleeting time is, and clouds and weather reveal greater forces that take away all illusions of control. She also explores the continental collisions that thrust up and fractured Maine’s mountains; digs into the latest scientific thinking on how animals navigate; and exults in the dizzy dance of plankton under the microscope. Even moose, fox, and fishers reveal more than meets the eye.These facets of the natural world speak a hidden language Patlak translates with her scientific knowledge and reflection. Nature begins to speak about the nature of life.
Download or read book Adventure Kayaking Big Sur to San Diego written by Robert Mohle and published by Wilderness Press. This book was released on 2010-03-12 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to 52 trips that have been selected by the author as the area's best kayaking spots. Choose from a wide variety of adventures, from day-long paddling expeditions along the spectacular Big Sur coast, to scenic tours of san Diego's historic harbor. Also journey out to the unique Channel Islands to explore mysterious sea caves or venture inland to catcha glimpse of the fascinating wildlife at some of the lakes and rivers of Southern California.
Download or read book Fearless written by Joe Glickman and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2012-01-24 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Like the instant classic The Last American Man, Fearless is the story of a remarkable individual who accepts no personal limits—including fear. Freya Hoffmeister, a forty-six-year-old former sky diver, gymnast, marksman, and Miss Germany contestant, left her twelve-year-old son behind to paddle alone and unsupported around Australia—a year-long adventure that virtually every expert guaranteed would get her killed. She planned not only to survive the 9,420-mile trip through huge, shark-infested seas, but to do it faster than the only other paddler who did it. As journalist and expert kayaker Joe Glickman details the voyage of this Teutonic force of nature, he captures interminable days on the water and nights camped out on deserted islands; hair-raising encounters with crocs and great white sharks; and the daring 300-mile open-ocean crossing that shaved three weeks off her trip. For 332 days Glickman followed Freya’s journey on her blog—along with a far-flung audience of awestruck, even lovesick, groupies—as she took on one terrifying ordeal after the next. In the end, he says, “her vanity and pigheadedness paled next to her nearly superhuman ability to master fear and persevere.”
Download or read book Kayaking written by American Canoe Association and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2009 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With more than 12 million people taking part each year, kayaking is one of the fastest-growing outdoor activities in the U.S. today. Participation in this fun and exhilarating pastime has grown nearly 20% in the past few years. Kayaking is the perfect book to teach these new paddlers the essential skills and techniques they'll need to get out on the water. The experts at the American Canoe Association will provide readers with practical guidance on gear and equipment selection, nutrition, fitness and stretching, water trail etiquette, and safety and survival skills; basic paddling techniques for flatwater, river and whitewater, and sea kayaking, as well as instruction on more complex maneuvers and rolls. Kayaking also includes the Quick Start Your Kayak DVD. This DVD reinforces the basic safety information and rescue techniques found in the book. It also features videos of kayaking strokes and maneuvers, making it easier to learn the proper technique.
Download or read book The Kayak Coaches Manifesto written by Dari Y. Fisher and published by FriesenPress. This book was released on 2012-08 with total page 101 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author, Dari Y. Fisher has created this manual in consultation with Dr. Imre Kemecsey (Master Kayak Coach and Olympic Silver Medallist); regarding coaching structure and technique for elite and emerging Flatwater and Surfski kayak athletes. Initially, the author thought about writing a book on the subject of kayaking in general, however, after much consideration, he remembered a quote he once heard: "A book about everything is a book about nothing." He is not in total agreement with this statement, nevertheless, it was determined that it would be far more beneficial to write in a precise manner regarding a small number of focused topics, as opposed to writing vaguely concerning a multitude of topics. In terms of what has been published, it has for the most part been another person saying the same thing in a slightly different way. It is barely beneficial to hear about "rotation", or "using your large muscles in your back" for the umpteenth time There is so much more to this sport than superficial and quite obvious biomechanical tips. Critical analysis alone cannot do this great sport justice, and will not assist our athletes to "step forward" to the next level ...
Download or read book Sea Kayaking written by John Dowd and published by Greystone Books. This book was released on 2015-04-20 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sea Kayaking covers the basics of equipment and technique, including types of paddles and strokes, as well as such essential skills as how to read the weather and the water, how to navigate with and without GPS and how to travel with a group. Still regarded as “the bible” for both new and experienced kayakers after more than thirty years in print. Drawing on his many years of experience paddling in all climates, John Dowd presents practical advice on dealing with potential hazards (from surf to sea ice to sharks), carrying out rescues and planning for long-distance expeditions. New for this edition are hints about digital technologies for planning and navigating while kayak touring as well as lots of tips for outfitting boats, adapting equipment and finessing fishing technique while kayak angling—whether casting and jigging for fun on a day trip or trolling for dinner on a longer expedition. Also fully updated are the sections on managing risk and the inspiring stories of adventure, including Freya Hoffmeister’s record-breaking circumnavigation of Australia and Japanese paddlers’ increasingly challenging trips around the islands and beyond. As a sport, sea kayaking continues to evolve. Once the sport of a very few long-distance paddlers embarking on international expeditions, then the recreational pursuit of many weekend tourers, sea kayaking is now popular with many day trippers as well. As more and more paddlers take to the water—for the day, the weekend or many months, this classic guide continues to be required reading for those seeking adventure on the open ocean.
Download or read book Sea Kayaking written by Philip Woodhouse and published by Balboa Press. This book was released on 2013-12 with total page 383 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A comprehensive guide for those who travel the open waters in the Southern Hemisphere" --
Download or read book Kayaking the Vermilion Sea written by Jonathan Waterman and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 1996-12-10 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With two slender sixty-pound kayaks, a ten-pound medical kit, twenty pounds of books, triple-digit temperatures, and no contact with the outside world, Jonathan and Deborah Waterman spent two months paddling through the violent tides and storms that define the mythically charged Sea of Cortes. Amid the lore and romantic past of the Baja they discovered that what began as a mutual exploration would soon become an unforgettable test of will. Exhilarating and lyrical, filled with images of death, beauty, and adventure, this paradisiacal journey depicts the past and present of a legendary body of water -- and the struggle of a man and a woman to find each other.
