Download or read book Whitewater Rafting on West Virginia s New Gauley Rivers written by Jay Young and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2011-07-14 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A certain mixture of whimsy and derring-do is required to shove off down (or up) the New or Gauley River with scant protection aside from a helmet, life vest and ones compatriots. Its a choice that could be so easily avoided, but that wouldnt make sense to the proud and colorful characters who have long been shooting these rapids, some of the most popular and treacherous in the country. Here, Jay Young, a raft guide turned writer, leads readers through the local lore and history of the rivers, wheremuch to the delight of those brave enough to face these rapidsthe ordinary almost never occurs.
Download or read book Canoeing Kayaking West Virginia written by Paul Davidson and published by Menasha Ridge Press. This book was released on 2003-04-01 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get the authoritative guide to the waterways of West Virginia, featuring almost all of the state’s paddleable waterways in more than 200 trips. West Virginia’s paddling routes are legendary: Gauley River, North Branch of the Potomac, New River, Cheat River, Tygart River, Waites Run, Red Run, Roaring Creek, and Keeney Creek—just to name a few! The best way to experience the Mountain State is by paddle. Canoeing & Kayaking West Virginia is the most comprehensive guide to the best of West Virginia’s unique streams, creeks, and rivers. It provides engaging and concise information, while offering carefully selected details vital to a successful paddling adventure. Since 1965—when this guidebook was called Wildwater West Virginia, a collective effort by members of the West Virginia Wildwater Association—Canoeing & Kayaking West Virginia has been a trusted source for paddlers. This updated edition leads paddlers of all abilities to over 120 of West Virginia’s waterways. The result of combined knowledge of hundreds of paddlers, this guidebook gives paddlers all the information they need to traverse rivers safely and confidently. Book Features Details on over 200 top paddling trips New river profiles and updated maps and contact information Ratings for solitude and scenery At-a-glance data including river class, length, time, and more Canoeing & Kayaking West Virginia is simply the best and most informative West Virginia paddling guide available. Wet your paddle and whet your taste for outdoor adventure.
Download or read book Whitewater Rafting in Eastern North America written by Lloyd D. Armstead and published by Chester, Conn. : Globe Pequot Press. This book was released on 1989 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Newly revised and updated in its second edition, this is the most complete and authoritative book on whitewater rafting east of the Mississippi. Intended for first time rafters, but equally suitable for the most experienced. Photos.
Download or read book The Whitewater Wars written by David Brown and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2021-01-09 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Whitewater Wars is an entertaining and at times funny story about the twists and turns in the battle with two federal agencies to save the Ocoee and Gauley Rivers. These were not conventional environmental battles. Living close to the edge at times with relatively little money, raftering and kayaking pioneers in river shorts and sandals were seemingly no match against powerful federal agencies. They were grossly underestimated. Here is what Marc Hunt, one of the first Ocoee River paddlers, has to say about The Whitewater Wars.Successful advocacy efforts for the environment are always uphill battles, and winning them requires leaders with vision, grit, and integrity. David Brown brought those qualities in spades to the efforts to save the Ocoee and Gauley rivers. Anyone with passion for protecting America's rivers, and for that matter anyone who just enjoys hearing about political brawls with powerful federal bureaucracies, will love the quick read that The Whitewater Wars delivers through David's gifted storytelling. David Arnold, a cofounder of Class VI River Runners, in Lansing, WV said, "This book does much more than describe how an industry started and grew in the mountains of Appalachia. It is the behind-the-scenes account of the power of passion to make change happen. This "David and Goliath" story gives hope to anyone committed to changing the way we do things."
Download or read book West Virginia written by Nancy Hoffman and published by Marshall Cavendish. This book was released on 2008-01-30 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book relates the history and describes the geographic features, places of interest, government, industry, environmental concerns, and life of the people of this largely rural state.
Download or read book West Virginia Waterfalls The New River Gorge written by Ed Rehbein and published by Headline Books. This book was released on 2010-10 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than 100 waterfalls grace the cliffs and canyons of the New River Gorge and its tributaries. This book invites you to savor this untapped wealth of beauty in two enjoyable ways by viewing photographs of these waterfalls and by experiencing them for yourself. Photographers, hikers, and nature lovers Ed Rehbein and Randy Sanger have photographed some of the most beautiful places in the New River Gorge, plus provided maps and information on how to visit each waterfall yourself. The pull-out hiking guide will keep you on the path to your own Appalachian adventures!
Download or read book The Whitewater Wars written by David Brown and published by . This book was released on 2020-10-15 with total page 105 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Whitewater Wars is an entertaining and at times funny story about the twists and turns in battles with two federal agencies to save two iconic whitewater rivers -- the Ocoee River in Tennessee and the Gauley River in West Virginia. These were not conventional environmental battles. Living close to the edge at times with relatively little money, whitewater paddling pioneers in river shorts and sandals were seemingly no match against powerful federal agencies and their plans to install hydro projects on these two rivers. They were grossly underestimated.Marc Hunt was one of the first Ocoee paddlers and outfitters. This is what he has to say about The Whitewater Wars. "Successful advocacy efforts for the environment are always uphill battles and winning them requires leaders with vision, grit, and integrity. David Brown brought those qualities in spades to the efforts to save the Ocoee and Gauley Rivers. Anyone with passion for protecting America's rivers, and for that matter anyone who just enjoys hearing about political brawls with powerful federal bureaucracies, will the love the quick read that The Whitewater Wars delivers through David's gifted storytelling.
Download or read book Exploring the New River written by Michael Essex-Lopresti and published by . This book was released on 1997-01 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The New River is neither new nor a river but a 400-year-old man-made waterway between Ware and Stoke Newington. This book should be of interest to local historians and those who wish to walk the canal.
Download or read book Whitewater Rafting written by William McGinnis and published by Crown. This book was released on 1975 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Far Appalachia written by Noah Adams and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author journeys back to the America of his ancestors as he follows the New River into the heart of modern-day Appalachia on a 330-mile odyssey on foot, by mountain bike, by canoe, and by whitewater raft.
Download or read book Resource Inventory and Analysis written by and published by . This book was released on 1989 with total page 2 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Impacts of Whitewater Boating on the Gauley River on Fayette Nicholas and Raleigh Counties West Virginia written by Jennifer Lynn DeHart and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Explorer s Guide West Virginia Second Edition Explorer s Complete written by Leonard M. Adkins and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2011-05-02 with total page 499 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than half of the country's population lives within a day's drive of West Virginia, and savvy travelers have known that it is the playground of the East. Whether you’d like to visit historic sites; take scenic drives or walking tours; go hiking, biking, whitewater rafting, or fishing; or take in museums small and large, author Leonard Adkins steers you to the best that West Virginia has to offer. The locals know where to find hidden swimmin’ holes, waterfalls, and the best barbecue joints, and now you will too! Features detailed, opinionated reviews of dining and lodging places as well as tools to help you plan and make the most of your trip.
Download or read book Uniquely West Virginia written by Patrick Cribben and published by Capstone Classroom. This book was released on 2004 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines what makes West Virginia unique, including its symbols, flags, songs, recipes, landmarks, and more.
Download or read book New River Gorge West Virginia written by and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 4 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book West Virginia The Mountain State written by Val Lawton and published by Weigl Publishers. This book was released on 2016-08-01 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover America explores each state, district, and territory in the United States of America. From Alabama to Wyoming, this series features vivid images, informative charts, and detailed maps to guide readers through their nation. Each book explores geography, history, culture, and economics to illustrate the diversity of this unique country.
Download or read book Additions to the Wild and Scenic Rivers System written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs. Subcommittee on National Parks and Public Lands and published by . This book was released on 1988 with total page 1374 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
