Record Details



Enlarge cover image for The complete book of sea kayaking / Derek C. Hutchinson ; revised by Wayne Horodowich. Book

The complete book of sea kayaking / Derek C. Hutchinson ; revised by Wayne Horodowich.

Hutchinson, Derek C., (author.). Horodowich, Wayne, (revisor.).

Summary:

"The most comprehensive guide for sea kayakers of all levels. First published in 1976, The Complete Book of Sea Kayaking is a comprehensive guide for the beginner and an invaluable reference book for the experienced sea kayaker. Originally penned by the late Derek C. Hutchinson, an international authority on sea kayaking, it describes equipment, basic and advanced techniques, weather and navigation, and is illustrated throughout by the author's own drawings and color photographs. This new 40th anniversary edition has been completely updated in line with the latest sea kayaking developments by Wayne Horodowich, a longtime friend of Hutchinson's and the founder of University of Sea Kayaking." -- Amazon.com

Record details

  • ISBN: 9781493024230
  • ISBN: 149302423X
  • Physical Description: xiii, 282 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
  • Edition: Sixth Edition, 40th anniversary edition.
  • Publisher: Guilford, Connecticut : FalconGuides, [2018]

Content descriptions

General Note:
"Distributed by NATIONAL BOOK NETWORK"--Title page verso.
Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references (pages 271-272) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:
Foreword / Carl Ladd -- Letter to Derek / Bob Burbett -- Equipment -- Capsize recoveries -- Strokes and maneuvering -- Bracing and support -- Rolling a kayak -- Racing -- Waves -- Negotiating and playing in the surf zone -- Tides and tidal streams -- Winds and weather -- Navigation -- Rescue procedures -- Touring and trips -- Arctic origins of the sea kayak.
Subject:
Sea kayaking.

Available copies

  • 1 of 1 copy available at Northwest Indian College.

Holds

  • 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
Show Only Available Copies
Location Call Number / Copy Notes Barcode Shelving Location Status Due Date
Lummi Library GV 788.5 .H88 2018 289095 Stacks Available -