Water Sports category: 1998 books
by Cynthia Lord
Language: English
Release Date: January 26, 2016
Language: English
Release Date: January 26, 2016
When Hamster and his friends go looking for some cool, wet, wild fun at the Water Kingdom waterpark, Hamster and his new friend, Holly, challenge two dogs to a race down the waterslide. Can they win? With the same bouncing rhythms, fun choice rhymes, and daredevil antics that made the picture books...
Stand Up Paddling
Flatwater To Surf And Rivers
Language: English
Release Date: June 1, 2011
* Stand Up Paddling (SUP) is the fastest growing outdoor sport * The first comprehensive guidebook to how to SUP at all levels * SUP appeals to everyone, from fitness enthusiasts to paddlers looking for a new challenge Hawaiians were stand up paddle surfing (known as SUP) in the ’50s and ’60s,...
Canoeing a Continent
On the Trail of Alexander Mackenzie
Language: English
Release Date: March 21, 2005
A highly personal account of the travels of Max Finkelstein as he retraces, some two hundred years later, the route of Alexander Mackenzie, the first European to cross North America (1793). Mackenzie's water trail is now commemorated as the Alexander Mackenzie Voyageur Route.
More than just...
The Catamaran Book
Catamaran Sailing From Start to Finish
Language: English
Release Date: March 7, 2017
A well-rounded guide covering the techniques and skills needed to succeed in catamaran sailing, for those starting out through to those striving for championship wins. Whether you are a youngster choosing your first cat, a club sailor looking to improve your results, or a seasoned racer embarking...
by Tim Grollimund
Language: English
Release Date: May 20, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: May 20, 2017
"Orange cup coral is an invasive species. While lionfish get all the attention, are subjected to extraction derbies and are appropriately placed on a platter, orange cup coral silently keeps on growing. Fortunately it is much more selective than lionfish. So far it has specialized on artificial reefs,...
Swimming Science
Optimizing Training and Performance
Language: English
Release Date: July 27, 2018
Swimming is often touted as one of the most accessible workouts—low impact, low tech, and beneficial at any stage of life. Yet each time you suit up and dive in, your body’s moving parts must work together to propel you through dozens of pounds of water resistance, somehow emulating the movements...
by Simon Pridmore
Language: English
Release Date: June 17, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: June 17, 2017
Scuba Confidential lifts the lid on the secrets of dive professionals and technical divers to help you master knowledge. skills and techniques that will make you a safer, more confident and more capable diver. It also offers an informed, balanced view on some of scuba diving's most contentious issues...
by Anne Strahovski
Language: English
Release Date: November 10, 2012
Language: English
Release Date: November 10, 2012
This book covers several topics including:
- The History of Scuba Diving - Diver Education - Different Scuba Diving Skill Levels - Finding Your Way Under Water - About Under Water Pressure and Decompression
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Fish & Dive Florida and the Keys
A Candid Destination Guide Book 3
Language: English
Release Date: September 1, 1992
This candid travel destination guide is an honest fishing and diving appraisal of Florida's fresh water springs and coastal waters including the Keys, Gold Coast, Middle Atlantic, Upper Atlantic, Lower Gulf, and Upper Gulf. A detailed index, numerous photos, and tourism contacts are included. This...
by Gina Sanders
Language: English
Release Date: July 21, 2011
Language: English
Release Date: July 21, 2011
As the extent of the oil spilling into the Gulf of Mexico from the Macondo well became evident, the Vessel of Opportunity program came to life. Thousands of local fisherman and their deckhands attended training classes along the Gulf Coast to prepare them to conduct oil clean-up on the water. Deploying...
by Tim Grollimund
Language: English
Release Date: July 16, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: July 16, 2017
"Puffers are a group of species I like to shoot, especially the larger varieties. They have a shy, but jovial personality. At least they always look like they are smiling. Sometimes they won’t turn around to face the camera, and sometimes they don’t seem to care. They are not exactly speed demons...
by Tim Grollimund
Language: English
Release Date: August 13, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: August 13, 2017
"Spadefish are the only species of its family that reside in the Western Atlantic. In the Pacific there are at least six species of spadefish, where they are also commonly known as batfish. While they are common in the Keys, in other parts of the Caribbean they are not as prevalent. I’ve seen schools...
Paddling the Everglades Wilderness Waterway
Your All-in-One Guide to Florida's 99-Mile Treasure plus 17 Day and Overnight Trips
Language: English
Release Date: August 9, 2011
The Everglades Wilderness Waterway winds an enthralling path through rivers, bays, and streams on the southwestern edge of Everglades National Park. Rich with wildlife and scenic beauty, it also poses many challenges for paddlers. Canoeists and kayakers must deal with wind, waves, limited campsites...
Boating At Your Leisure
Tips To Buy A Boat, Rent A Boat And Selecting Boating Accessories That Will Guarantee Boating Safety So You Can Enjoy The Pleasure Of Boating Without Interruption And Without Worry
Language: English
Release Date: September 24, 2012
Boating is enjoyed both as a hobby and a sport. Regardless of whether it’s pursued as a personal interest, a family activity or a team game, boating should always be relaxing and fun. The key for a pleasurable boating trip is preparation. Planning in advance always guarantees that the activity...