whitewater books :: safety and instruction
This section is a fine collection of safety and instructional books.
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safety
River Rescue: A Manual for Whitewater Safety
Les Bechdel and Slim Ray are among the pioneers in river rescue. This third edition should be a well-thumbed and dog-eared reference in the library of any safety-conscious boater or rescue professional.
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Whitewater Rescue Manual: New Techniques for Canoeists, Kayakers, and Rafters
This is Charlie Walbridges take on whitewater rescue. He is one of the most experienced and knowledgeble people I have met and I highly recommend this book.
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instruction
The Complete Whitewater Rafter
Great book by Jeff Bennett that I use to teach whitewater raft guide school.
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Whitewater Paddling: Strokes & Concepts
Kayaking EJ style!
The Ultimate Guide to Whitewater Kayaking
Book by Ken Whiting and Kevin Varette that covers everything from the most basic skills and concepts to the most advanced, cutting edge paddling techniques.