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How-To Videos and Articles on:Flatwater CanoeingTips and how-to's for learning or improving flatwater canoe paddling skills.
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Author: Cliff Jacobson - PA Fish and Boat Commission
A PDF file describing how to select a canoe for PA streams:
Pennsylvania has thousands of miles of twisty streams. These waterways are headwaters and tributaries of our main rivers, and thay are relatively narrow with many twists and turns. They are ideal for canoes-the right kind of canoes. Here are some canoe rules and how to apply them to choosing the right canoe for Pennsylvania's twisty streams.
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Author: Steve Salins : Canoe Kayak Magazine
Sometime ago, I was paddling on Lake Washington with my editor. Southerly winds set up reflected intersecting waves (clapotis) along the length of a pontoon bridge that spans the lake. It's a wonderful place to test canoes--which we were doing--because the water is confused. Troughs are deep, crests are steep, and waves are unpredictable. We were doing great! Tossed about? Yes, but no water came in, and we were enjoying a magical ride in the midst of chaos.
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Author: Bruce Lessels
Learn the subtle but efficient J stroke for flatwater canoeing
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Author: expertvillage
Video: Learn the best methods to paddle flatwater canoeing.
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Author: Philadelphia Canoe Club
This course is designed for students who have taken the Introduction to Canoeing course. Lesson will cover maneuvers essential to run a river safely. You will learn eddy turns, ferries, water reading, scouting, decision making, safety and self and assisted rescue. Solo or tandem canoe training is available.You do not need to bring a tandem partner.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Canoeing
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Author: geardownflap20
Video: Matt & Seth impress all with their Open Canoe self rescue technique
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Author: MaddyTheGoose
Take a stroll with the Goose and me as we make our way down a shallow river to avoid a portage.
See: http://www.MaddyTheGoose.com
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Author: Tom Lindblade / Steve Shapiro
Video: Maneuvers to keep your boat afloat when your boat starts to capsize -low brace, high brace and righting pry
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Author: Tom Lindblade
Video: Cross Bow Draw and Cross Bow strokes - strokes which dont require you to change hand positions and used when speed and precise boat control are required in moving water.
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Author: Tom Lindblade w/Steve Shapiro
Video: Also known as the stationary draw. A turning maneuver used in moving water.
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Author: Tom Lindblade w/ Steve Shapiro & Tracy Hunt
Video: Covers the 3 steps of the forward stroke.
1. Catch.
2. Propulsion.
3. Recovery.
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Author: Tom Lindblade
Video: "The Compound Back Stroke is actually a combination of two strokes and ends with a reverse J correction. It begins with a "farback" stroke, moves into a regular back stroke and is completed with a reverse J correction."
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Author: QuietwaterFilms
In one more bit from "paddling the tandem canoe", Darren talks about what he did to get his black lab happy and comfortable in a canoe.
See the rest in our DVD at available at www.quietwaterfilms.com
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