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A canoe camping trip offers an exciting, inexpensive vacation from the usual daily routine and environment, and develops resourcefulness, cooperation, and camaraderie among participants. Chapter 1 of this guide discusses preliminary planning of a canoe trip, including decisions on the length and type of trip, designation of a leader for large groups, and checking the itinerary with maps and forestry officials. Chapters 2 and 3 describe types of canoe trips, uninhabited lands for experienced canoers, canoe and paddle design, and paddling techniques and strokes used in a variety of situations. Chapters 4 and 5 discuss equipment and supplies, suggest menus, and present detailed lists of general camp gear, personal gear, and food for a one-week trip by four or five adults. The final four chapters include (1) proper methods of canoe traveling, portaging, and making camp; (2) how to negotiate rough water; (3) navigation with maps and compass; (4) preparation of a safe campfire site; and (5) a variety of safety tips and helpful hints. This book contains 24 references. (SV)

Author

Donald Bruce Johnstone

Publisher

American Camping Association, Bradford Woods, 5000 State Road 67 North, Martinsville, IN 46151-7902 ($4.95)

Published

1980

Language

EN

ISBN

9780876030561

Subjects

Sports, Anthropology, Lifestyle