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The Stream of Everything

by John Connell ...

It’s summer, and John Connell finds himself, like so many others, confined to his local area, the opportunity to freely travel and socialise cut short. His attention turns to the Camlin river – an ever-present source of life for his hometown’s inhabitants and, for John, a site of boyhood adventure, first love, family history and local legend.He decides to canoe its course with a friend, a two-day ... Read more

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It’s summer, and John Connell finds himself, like so many others, confined to his local area, the opportunity to freely travel and socialise cut short. His attention turns to the Camlin river – an ever-present source of life for his hometown’s inhabitants and, for John, a site of boyhood adventure, first love, family history and local legend.He decides to canoe its course with a friend, a two-day
... Read more
Relentless

A Story of Grit and Endurance from the First Person to Kayak the Tasman Solo

by Scott Donaldson ...

The story of Scott Donaldson's relentless journey to be the first person to cross the Tasman sea solo in a kayakUnpredictable and unforgiving, the Tasman Sea is one of the most hostile stretches of water in the world. An Australian adventurer attempted to kayak across in 2007, disappearing without a trace. In 2018 Kiwi adventurer Scott Donaldson spent two months alone at sea to achieve a world ... Read more

£9.99

The story of Scott Donaldson's relentless journey to be the first person to cross the Tasman sea solo in a kayakUnpredictable and unforgiving, the Tasman Sea is one of the most hostile stretches of water in the world. An Australian adventurer attempted to kayak across in 2007, disappearing without a trace. In 2018 Kiwi adventurer Scott Donaldson spent two months alone at sea to achieve a world
... Read more
Thundery at Times

Loss, Hope and an Unfinished Kayaking Adventure: A Memoir - as seen on the BBC Travel Show

by Katie Carr ...

From the bestselling author of Moderate Becoming Good Later comes the hopeful, honest and humorous story of one woman's attempt to finish the challenge left to her by her brother: to sea kayak in every area of the Shipping Forecast"A story of small braveries and the quiet strength found in honouring those we love." - Freya Bromley, author of A Real Piece of Work and The Tidal Year**"A remarkable ... Read more

£9.99

From the bestselling author of Moderate Becoming Good Later comes the hopeful, honest and humorous story of one woman's attempt to finish the challenge left to her by her brother: to sea kayak in every area of the Shipping Forecast"A story of small braveries and the quiet strength found in honouring those we love." - Freya Bromley, author of A Real Piece of Work and The Tidal Year**"A remarkable
... Read more
Dare to Do

Taking on the planet by bike and boat

by Sarah Outen ...

SHORTLISTED FOR THE EDWARD STANFORD ADVENTURE TRAVEL BOOK OF THE YEAROn 1 April 2011, rower and adventurer Sarah Outen set off in her kayak from Tower Bridge for France. Her aim was simple: to circle the globe entirely under her own steam - cycling, kayaking and rowing across Europe, Asia, the Pacific, North America, the Atlantic and eventually home. A year later, Sarah was plucked from the ... Read more

£6.99

SHORTLISTED FOR THE EDWARD STANFORD ADVENTURE TRAVEL BOOK OF THE YEAROn 1 April 2011, rower and adventurer Sarah Outen set off in her kayak from Tower Bridge for France. Her aim was simple: to circle the globe entirely under her own steam - cycling, kayaking and rowing across Europe, Asia, the Pacific, North America, the Atlantic and eventually home. A year later, Sarah was plucked from the
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Fifty Places to Paddle Before You Die

Kayaking and Rafting Experts Share the World's Greatest Destinations

by Chris Santella ...

Series series Fifty Places
In Fifty Places to Paddle Before You Die, the newest addition to the Fifty Places series, Chris Santella explores the best destinations for the diverse sport of paddling. The book features the world’s top spots for kayaking, rafting, canoeing, and stand-up paddleboarding. Destinations include the Grand Canyon, Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula, Baja California, Indonesia’s Komodo Islands, and the Antarctic ... Read more

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In Fifty Places to Paddle Before You Die, the newest addition to the Fifty Places series, Chris Santella explores the best destinations for the diverse sport of paddling. The book features the world’s top spots for kayaking, rafting, canoeing, and stand-up paddleboarding. Destinations include the Grand Canyon, Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula, Baja California, Indonesia’s Komodo Islands, and the Antarctic
... Read more
Crossing the Ditch

by James Castrission ...

Two mates, a kayak, and the conquest of the Tasman.'this is the gripping and inspirational account of two ordinary blokes ... double-handedly proving that the Age of Adventure is not over!' PEtER FItZSIMONS With more than two thousand kilometres of treacherous seas and dangerously unpredictable weather and currents, it was little wonder no-one had ever successfully crossed the tasman by kayak. ... Read more

£7.99

Two mates, a kayak, and the conquest of the Tasman.'this is the gripping and inspirational account of two ordinary blokes ... double-handedly proving that the Age of Adventure is not over!' PEtER FItZSIMONS With more than two thousand kilometres of treacherous seas and dangerously unpredictable weather and currents, it was little wonder no-one had ever successfully crossed the tasman by kayak.
... Read more
Amazon Woman

by Darcy Gaechter ...

An extraordinary and inspiring chronicle of one woman’s harrowing journey to become the first female to kayak the entire Amazon River.Part memoir, part feminist manifesto, Amazon Woman shows what incredible feats we are capable of and will encourage people, especially women, across all backgrounds and ages to find the courage and strength to live the life they’ve imagined.This 148-day journey ... Read more

£11.99

An extraordinary and inspiring chronicle of one woman’s harrowing journey to become the first female to kayak the entire Amazon River.Part memoir, part feminist manifesto, Amazon Woman shows what incredible feats we are capable of and will encourage people, especially women, across all backgrounds and ages to find the courage and strength to live the life they’ve imagined.This 148-day journey
... Read more
On Celtic Tides

One Man's Journey Around Ireland by Sea Kayak

by Chris Duff ...

"Duff's fascinating account of his twelve hundred-mile journey around the Irish coast . . . is a story of discovery, of courage and perseverance, and life." — Irish VoiceA sea kayak battles the freezing Irish waters as the morning sun rises out of the countryside. On the western horizon is the pinnacle of Skellig Michael—700 feet of vertical rock rising out of exploding seas. Somewhere on the ... Read more

£9.71

"Duff's fascinating account of his twelve hundred-mile journey around the Irish coast . . . is a story of discovery, of courage and perseverance, and life." — Irish VoiceA sea kayak battles the freezing Irish waters as the morning sun rises out of the countryside. On the western horizon is the pinnacle of Skellig Michael—700 feet of vertical rock rising out of exploding seas. Somewhere on the
... Read more
Hell's Half Mile

River Runners' Tales of Hilarity and Misadventure

by Michael Engelhard ...

“A high-water mark in river running humor from the guides and the misguided.” —Tim Cahill, author of Pass the Butterworms and Pecked to Death by Ducks“Full of great tales, funny stories, and river lore, it will make some river runners eager to get back into the boats—and some wishing they had stayed home.” —Peter Stark, author of Last Breath and Driving to Greenland“Just when you thought ... Read more

£5.47

“A high-water mark in river running humor from the guides and the misguided.” —Tim Cahill, author of Pass the Butterworms and Pecked to Death by Ducks“Full of great tales, funny stories, and river lore, it will make some river runners eager to get back into the boats—and some wishing they had stayed home.” —Peter Stark, author of Last Breath and Driving to Greenland“Just when you thought
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Inflatable Kayaking: A Beginner's Guide

Buying, Learning & Exploring

by Chris Scott ...

Series Book 4 - Beginner's Guides
There has been an explosion of interest in paddling right across the world – in 2020, British Canoeing reported a 40% rise in members, with 19,000 signing up in a 3-month period. Much of this interest has been in inflatable kayaks, with the author's own website (inflatablekayaksandpackrafts.com) averaging 1,000 visits a day. The comparatively low cost, the convenience of inflatable kayaks, and the ... Read more

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There has been an explosion of interest in paddling right across the world – in 2020, British Canoeing reported a 40% rise in members, with 19,000 signing up in a 3-month period. Much of this interest has been in inflatable kayaks, with the author's own website (inflatablekayaksandpackrafts.com) averaging 1,000 visits a day. The comparatively low cost, the convenience of inflatable kayaks, and the
... Read more
Inside

One Woman's Journey Through the Inside Passage

by Susan Marie Conrad ...

The Ocean is calling me. This is my Journey.With these words, in the spring of 2010, Susan Marie Conrad scaled her world down to an 18-foot sea kayak and launched a solo journey that took her north to Alaska. With no sense of where she belonged in space and unreconciled feelings of a painful childhood following her, she decided that instead of running away, she would run toward her dreams. Her ... Read more

£7.85

The Ocean is calling me. This is my Journey.With these words, in the spring of 2010, Susan Marie Conrad scaled her world down to an 18-foot sea kayak and launched a solo journey that took her north to Alaska. With no sense of where she belonged in space and unreconciled feelings of a painful childhood following her, she decided that instead of running away, she would run toward her dreams. Her
... Read more
The Adventurer's Guide to Britain

150 incredible experiences on land and water

by Jen Benson, Sim Benson ...

This exciting, inspiring and informative guide is perfect for anyone who loves a challenge and an adventure. There are soaring ridgelines to run, exciting river descents to swim, secret coves to explore by boat, and achievable interesting scrambles, all in stunning locations.Each of the 150 featured adventures, which are arranged by geographical region, has been carefully chosen for being ... Read more

£9.35

This exciting, inspiring and informative guide is perfect for anyone who loves a challenge and an adventure. There are soaring ridgelines to run, exciting river descents to swim, secret coves to explore by boat, and achievable interesting scrambles, all in stunning locations.Each of the 150 featured adventures, which are arranged by geographical region, has been carefully chosen for being
... Read more
A Paddlers Guidebook to the Lower Colorado River; Hoover Dam to Cottonwood Cove

by Richard Johnson ...

For all the people who have wanted to paddle a canoe or kayak down the Colorado below Hoover Dam but could not find a guide, or for those who read the, often terrifying, descriptions of the brain eating amoeba or the lack of rescue and so were afraid, this book is for you.I try to ease your fears and show you the interesting places to see from the Hot Springs to rock formations to historical ... Read more

£1.99 or Free with Kobo Plus

For all the people who have wanted to paddle a canoe or kayak down the Colorado below Hoover Dam but could not find a guide, or for those who read the, often terrifying, descriptions of the brain eating amoeba or the lack of rescue and so were afraid, this book is for you.I try to ease your fears and show you the interesting places to see from the Hot Springs to rock formations to historical
... Read more
Vivere e praticare l'Outdoor

by Augusto Fortis ...

La pratica Outdoor, mette in grado le persone di scoprire i segreti della natura umana, proponendo un incontro suggestivo con la natura all’aria aperta (plen air). Attraverso lo sport e l’avventura, intendendo con questo soprattutto un’avventura umana, la natura può essere usata come strumento per andare incontro a se stessi e agli altri. L’attività sportiva proposta dell’Outdoor, contiene un ... Read more

£5.99 or Free with Kobo Plus

La pratica Outdoor, mette in grado le persone di scoprire i segreti della natura umana, proponendo un incontro suggestivo con la natura all’aria aperta (plen air). Attraverso lo sport e l’avventura, intendendo con questo soprattutto un’avventura umana, la natura può essere usata come strumento per andare incontro a se stessi e agli altri. L’attività sportiva proposta dell’Outdoor, contiene un
... Read more
Il mio paradiso

Parco Nazionale della Valgrande

by Augusto Fortis ...

Scopri il Parco Nazionale della Valgrande, la wilderness piemontese più estesa d’Italia. Questa guida a colori, con cartine e foto, è dedicata ai viaggiatori curiosi e avventurosi che cercano esperienze autentiche lontano dal turismo di massa. Augusto Fortis svela 200 proposte outdoor in luoghi incontaminati, con percorsi dettagliati (partenze, arrivi, difficoltà), mappe precise e informazioni su ... Read more

£5.99 or Free with Kobo Plus

Scopri il Parco Nazionale della Valgrande, la wilderness piemontese più estesa d’Italia. Questa guida a colori, con cartine e foto, è dedicata ai viaggiatori curiosi e avventurosi che cercano esperienze autentiche lontano dal turismo di massa. Augusto Fortis svela 200 proposte outdoor in luoghi incontaminati, con percorsi dettagliati (partenze, arrivi, difficoltà), mappe precise e informazioni su
... Read more
The Mississippi by Raft

by Richard Ankony ...

The first thing you will learn about the Mississippi River if you travel the length of it, is that "Tug Boats Rule."These "monsters" that are pushing their massive loads in barges, both rule the day and the night and take no prisoners.For if someone tells you that they traveled the river and do not inform you of this, then they have done you a grave disservice.For either they hugged the shoreline ... Read more

£2.99 or Free with Kobo Plus

The first thing you will learn about the Mississippi River if you travel the length of it, is that "Tug Boats Rule."These "monsters" that are pushing their massive loads in barges, both rule the day and the night and take no prisoners.For if someone tells you that they traveled the river and do not inform you of this, then they have done you a grave disservice.For either they hugged the shoreline
... Read more
101 More Bits of Useful Advice for the Paddler, Hiker and Camper; Vol III

by Richard Johnson ...

The third set on helpful hints for kayakers, canoeists, hikers and campers. Filled with even more experiences, ideas and suggestions on how to make your boating and camping life easier, safer and more enjoyable. ... Read more

£2.49 or Free with Kobo Plus

The third set on helpful hints for kayakers, canoeists, hikers and campers. Filled with even more experiences, ideas and suggestions on how to make your boating and camping life easier, safer and more enjoyable.
... Read more
Paddle Scotland

The Best Places to Go with a Paddleboard, Kayak or Canoe

by Alasdair Findlay ...

Series series Paddling Guides
The definitive guide to seeing all the wonders of Scotland under paddle power.Scotland is one of the most appealing destinations for kayakers, canoeists and paddleboarders from all over the world. That's because if there is one country best seen from the water, it is Scotland. Loch Ness contains more water than all of the rivers and lakes in England and Wales combined – and there are 27,000 other ... Read more

£8.81

The definitive guide to seeing all the wonders of Scotland under paddle power.Scotland is one of the most appealing destinations for kayakers, canoeists and paddleboarders from all over the world. That's because if there is one country best seen from the water, it is Scotland. Loch Ness contains more water than all of the rivers and lakes in England and Wales combined – and there are 27,000 other
... Read more
Paddle the East of England

The Best Places to Go with a Paddleboard, Kayak or Canoe

by Oliver Jordan, Andrew Large, Jessica Ashley, Matthew Payne ...

Series series Paddling Guides
The definitive guide to seeing the very best of the East of England under paddle power.Dotted with idyllic islands, picturesque villages and beautiful coastline, the East of England boasts a multitude of options for paddlers – if you know where to look. From the spectacular Norfolk Broads to beautiful Mersea Island and the tranquil River Cam, Paddle the East of England is the complete guide to the ... Read more

£9.35

The definitive guide to seeing the very best of the East of England under paddle power.Dotted with idyllic islands, picturesque villages and beautiful coastline, the East of England boasts a multitude of options for paddlers – if you know where to look. From the spectacular Norfolk Broads to beautiful Mersea Island and the tranquil River Cam, Paddle the East of England is the complete guide to the
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Survival Swimming

Swimming Training for Escape and Survival

by Sam Fury ...

Series series Survival Fitness
These Swimming Skills Will Save Your Life!Discover everything you need to escape your enemies and survive in the water.Inside this three-part training manual you will learn:* Efficient Swimming. Swimming lessons to swim faster and longer, including while swimming underwater.* Water Safety and Survival. Learn the dangers of open water and how to survive in it.* Water Rescue. Essential... ... Read more

£7.19

These Swimming Skills Will Save Your Life!Discover everything you need to escape your enemies and survive in the water.Inside this three-part training manual you will learn:* Efficient Swimming. Swimming lessons to swim faster and longer, including while swimming underwater.* Water Safety and Survival. Learn the dangers of open water and how to survive in it.* Water Rescue. Essential...
... Read more
Kayaking for Fitness

An 8-week Program to Get Fit and Have Fun

by Jodi Bigelow ...

This is the essential guide to achieving and maintaining physical fitness and body tone through kayaking. ... Read more

£3.69 or Free with Kobo Plus

This is the essential guide to achieving and maintaining physical fitness and body tone through kayaking.
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Where's The Fish

by Mark Benn ...

An intermediate anglers perspective for fishing from the north shores of Lake Erie and some of its tributaries. ... Read more

£11.49 or Free with Kobo Plus

An intermediate anglers perspective for fishing from the north shores of Lake Erie and some of its tributaries.
... Read more
Kitesurfing Mastery: Essential Guide to Harness Control and Surfing Techniques

by Boreas En. M. L. Saage ...

Dive into the thrilling world of kitesurfing with this comprehensive guide designed to take you from your first surfing lesson to mastering advanced water sport techniques. 'Kitesurfing Mastery' offers a structured approach to learning this exhilarating sport while prioritizing safety and proper technique.The book begins with essential equipment knowledge, helping you understand how to select the ... Read more

£7.49 or Free with Kobo Plus

Dive into the thrilling world of kitesurfing with this comprehensive guide designed to take you from your first surfing lesson to mastering advanced water sport techniques. 'Kitesurfing Mastery' offers a structured approach to learning this exhilarating sport while prioritizing safety and proper technique.The book begins with essential equipment knowledge, helping you understand how to select the
... Read more
Boreal Odyssey

A Northwoods Vision Quest

by Steve Simpson ...

Sometime in his mid-teens, Steve Simpson decided he wanted to become a hermit. Socially awkward and athletically inept, he felt isolated from his classmates in a huge suburban high school. Finding no joy in the company of his peers, he sought his joy in nature; in the forest preserves and state parks of the Midwest and in kayaking the waters of the region. He read Walden at an impressionable age, ... Read more

£2.33

Sometime in his mid-teens, Steve Simpson decided he wanted to become a hermit. Socially awkward and athletically inept, he felt isolated from his classmates in a huge suburban high school. Finding no joy in the company of his peers, he sought his joy in nature; in the forest preserves and state parks of the Midwest and in kayaking the waters of the region. He read Walden at an impressionable age,
... Read more

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