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"It;'s not the DESTINATION......it's the glory of THE RIDE... What happens when you set your sights on a race over four thousand miles from home? A race that promises gales, killer whales, and plenty of bears?This is the story of the 2022 Race to Alaska, the America's Cup for dirtbags, from the perspective of the smallest boat to attempt to get from Port Townsend, Washington State, to Ketchikan, Alaska, seven hundred and fifty miles away . It's the narrative of what's possible when you stop thinking that you can't, and start shooting for the moon.
Alaska On Our Minds
After a life as a Navy fighter pilot, medical doctor, avid boater, and outdoorsman, William "Buddy" Bethea retired from practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and moved to Florida. Never the porch-sitter, and inspired by his passion for fishing and cruising on the water, he ordered a customized yacht able to traverse oceans. So, where to go?Join Buddy and his wife, Kathy, as they set off from California for Alaska, where they spend many weeks alone or with friends, plying the waters of the great state. Buddy's dispatches are a must-read for anyone contemplating similar sojourns, or for those who love high-seas adventure. These beautiful vignettes will transport readers from their armchairs to stunning-and at times dangerous-seas and along his return through the Panama Canal.
Boat Crazy
Since 2004, award-winning author and historian Stan Grayson has regularly contributed stories to WoodenBoat magazine about the many yachts, small craft, designers, boat builders, and sailors who have captured his imagination. This collection of twenty articles from Grayson and the pages of WoodenBoat presents a wide-ranging and insightful account of American yachting history and some of its fascinating characters.Readers will voyage back to the early days of the famous Herreshoff Manufacturing Company; experience the fascinating 1895 America's Cup race; share a morning's scalloping on Martha's Vineyard with the last of America's catboat fishermen; meet the innovative C. Raymond Hunt, who conceived the revolutionary deep-V powerboat; and gain an insightful look at Captain Jousha Slocum, the first man to sail alone around the world. In these and other pieces, Boat Crazy offers a delightful kaleidoscope of engaging stories that give readers a sense of time, place, technology, and personality. In newly written behind-the-scenes introductions for each piece, Grayson discusses why he found the topic important and shares interesting research tidbits and reader reactions.Key to Grayson's work are the primary source materials on which his writing is based. Each piece found in Boat Crazy combines Grayson's painstaking original research with the patient, step-by-step work of an experienced history detective, a journalist's curiosity, and a writer's love of language. Readers will emerge from this book with a deeper appreciation for both America's yachting past and those who are working today to preserve and interpret it.
The Stormy Legacy of Windansea
Dive into the captivating history of WindanSea, celebrated across the globe as a surfer's paradise nestled on the picturesque coastline of La Jolla, California. The beach is home to an iconic surfer's shack, erected in 1946, now recognized as a treasured piece of history. "The Stormy Legacy of WindanSea" reveals the stories beneath its serene exterior, exposing a saga steeped in surf mythology, echoing the untamed spirit of the Wild West - complete with tales of wild beach parties, skirmishes with local cops, and the audacious adventures of surfing icons whose legacies are etched into the waves. This book is a must-read for aficionados of surfing and its vibrant culture.
Alaska On Our Minds
After a life as a Navy fighter pilot, medical doctor, avid boater, and outdoorsman, William "Buddy" Bethea retired from practicing medicine in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and moved to Florida. Never the porch-sitter, and inspired by his passion for fishing and cruising on the water, he ordered a customized yacht able to traverse oceans. So, where to go?Join Buddy and his wife, Kathy, as they set off from California for Alaska, where they spend many weeks alone or with friends, plying the waters of the great state. Buddy's dispatches are a must-read for anyone contemplating similar sojourns, or for those who love high-seas adventure. These beautiful vignettes will transport readers from their armchairs to stunning-and at times dangerous-seas and along his return through the Panama Canal.
The Art And Science Of Sailmaking
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
A Canoe Trip on the Kokolik River
The Kokolik is one of the most remote rivers in Alaska. It flows through the North Slope of Alaska and is part of the great caribou migration route in early summer. Henry and Barbara pair with Arctic Wild to canoe the river and participate in the summer wildlife explosion in the far north.
Little Boat Big Ocean
This is the true account of a young man's journey, sailing his 21 foot, wooden boat single-handed over 7,000 miles. Over a period of seven years, he set off from British Columbia in the spring of 1979 and sailed first to San Francisco, then the Hawaiian Islands and on to a remote Pacific coral atoll called Fanning Island. It was here that he was offered the position of Relief Manager of a coconut plantation for a few months and ended up staying for six years. The book is part sailing log and part travelogue and expertly describes the conditions he endured, the power of the elements and his experience of living and working thousands of miles from home.
Winter Swimming
A beautifully illustrated exploration of cold-water traditions in Scandinavia and around the world, and a thorough account of why it provides such a boost to body and soul. Whether in lake, lido, river or sea, we know the benefits of swimming outdoors and in nature - environmentally friendly and accessible, it can influence our happiness, our energy and our inner tranquility, and give us that winter glow. Danish scientist Dr Susanna S繪berg leads us step by step into the icy water and explains the "cold-shock response", the massive endorphin rush as our body reacts and adapts to very cold temperatures through the winter season. Not only do our circulation, heart, lungs and skin respond positively, but our immune system, metabolism and mental health too. In particular she explains how our "brown fat" is activated to benefit multiple health conditions. Winter swimming is fast becoming one of our most popular pastimes. This beautifully illustrated exploration of cold-water traditions in Scandinavia and around the world shows how it can have a significant positive impact on our physical and mental health, confidence and well-being, providing such a boost to body and soul. Translated from the Danish by Elizabeth DeNoma
The Art And Science Of Sailmaking
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Reflections From A Narrowboat
Having had a long career in nursing and cared for a family and step family, recently widowed and lonely, Alice had withdrawn to hide away in a sleepy Norfolk seaside village.However, hurtling towards 50, she was itching for adventure and when a charismatic man bounded into her world she rushed headlong into a new life with him.A woman, a narrowboat, a grumpy cat and a new relationship - what could possibly go wrong?In Reflections from a Narrowboat, Alice White muses on events extracted from the blogs she wrote while on her adventure.These memoirs offer a sometimes funny, sometimes moving and always interesting insight into the impressive strength ofa woman when negotiating some of the challenges of narrowboating, nature, life and relationships.
Basics - Theory for Scuba Divers
This book is ideal for anyone wanting to start scuba diving. It contains the complete theoretical knowledge for the necessary training to gain the Open Water Diver or the Diver 1 star within the CMAS or the R.S.T.C. system and shows some practical examples using small film sequences that can be called up from the Internet using various QR codes. This book does not "burden" with (still) unnecessary knowledge, but leads purposefully to the first internationally recognized diving badge. The new edition also includes the special course diving with Nitrox.
Green Paddler
This book on paddlesports details using kayaks and other small boats with an eye to environmental sensibility and affordable recreation. In Green Paddler, author Paula Johanson reprises her short articles from Kayak Yak website and brings new insights & humour to the time she spends on the water. "Superb! What a fantastic read for a Monday morning." -Pearly on AdvancedElements kayaking forum As a teenager, Paula learned kayaking and canoeing. After a sudden hearing loss took her sense of balance, she returned to paddling for fitness and vestibular improvement. Finding a calming oasis of nature in cities is a bonus! Whether she's at home on a west coast island or travelling in Canada to promote her writing, her kayaks make it possible for this stocky little woman to haul her own gear so she can paddle in harbours, lakes, and rivers. Though she doesn't own a car or a couch, her "Affordable Fleet" of kayaks includes folding inflatable kayaks from AdvancedElements, as well as wheels for a Necky Eliza sea kayak and an old Pamlico to loan to beginners. "With the finely-honed body of a freelance writer, I turn heads as I bring my inflatable kayaks on buses, trains, and airplanes, or wheel my sea kayak along a road," she says. "...but it's the kayaks that get all the attention." Doublejoy Books is thrilled to release this practical discussion of using small boats. The enjoyment of kayaking shows on every page as paddler Paula Johanson talks about how it feels to get out on the water, even when one is not a hard-body Olympian. Green Paddler is the author's forty-fourth nonfiction book, and her confidence is clear whether she welcomes the reader to paddlesports or environmental concerns. "Paula's experience as a professional writer shows when writing about her prime leisure time activity, kayaking. I find myself smiling at Paula's clever descriptions of the places that she's paddled and her humorous observations about the people around her. Paula's words paint a clear picture of the places she's paddling so I can imagine being there alongside her." - Justine Curgenven, award-winning adventure filmmaker and expedition kayaker "Great posts! It makes me want to get out on the water." -Lakejumper on AdvancedElements kayaking forum
Boat Builder's Guide to Hull Design and Construction - A Collection of Historical Articles on the Form and Function of Various Hull Types
This book is a collection of classic articles on building yachts and motor boats, dealing with design, repairs and maintenance, equipment, materials, and many other related aspects. Carefully selected for a modern readership, these timeless articles will be of considerable utility to anyone with a practical interest in the subject and would make for worthy additions to collections of allied literature. The articles include: "Motor Boating for All", "The Motor Boat and Yachting Manual - A Practical Handbook for All Who Are Interested in Motor Boats of Any Type", "Yachts and Their Recognition", "Practical Conversions and Yacht Repairs", "Dinghy and Small Class Racing", "An Introduction to Yacht Design", and "Amateur Boat Building". Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly rare and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on boat building.
The Misadventures of a Cross-America Kayaker
The Misadventures of a Cross-America Kayaker is the story of an old man on what would probably be his final adventure. Over a span of seven years, Hank Landau paddled and portaged over 4,700 miles on nineteen waterways and rivers, six of them going upstream. He touched seventeen states and traversed thirty-one dams along a route that started at the Pacific Ocean and ended at the Atlantic.Alone almost the entire trip, and always under his own power, age and injuries took their toll. Paddling over a diversion dam, run-ins with a charging alligator and a rattlesnake that pursued his kayak, almost being run down by tows and barges, being swept out to sea at an inlet, capsizing in rapids, and becoming lost in a swamp as fire ants invaded his cockpit were some of the perilous, life-threatening, and sometimes humorous misadventures he encountered along the way.He also had ample time to reflect on the accomplishments of early explorers, including those of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, whose route he followed west of the Tennessee River. Not a day went by that he didn't reflect on the beneficial and detrimental impacts civilization has brought to our rivers and waterways and to the people who now live and once lived along their shores. This is their story, and your story, as well as his.
The Misadventures of a Cross-America Kayaker
The Misadventures of a Cross-America Kayaker is the story of an old man on what would probably be his final adventure. Over a span of seven years, Hank Landau paddled and portaged over 4,700 miles on nineteen waterways and rivers, six of them going upstream. He touched seventeen states and traversed thirty-one dams along a route that started at the Pacific Ocean and ended at the Atlantic.Alone almost the entire trip, and always under his own power, age and injuries took their toll. Paddling over a diversion dam, run-ins with a charging alligator and a rattlesnake that pursued his kayak, almost being run down by tows and barges, being swept out to sea at an inlet, capsizing in rapids, and becoming lost in a swamp as fire ants invaded his cockpit were some of the perilous, life-threatening, and sometimes humorous misadventures he encountered along the way.He also had ample time to reflect on the accomplishments of early explorers, including those of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, whose route he followed west of the Tennessee River. Not a day went by that he didn't reflect on the beneficial and detrimental impacts civilization has brought to our rivers and waterways and to the people who now live and once lived along their shores. This is their story, and your story, as well as his.
How To Teach Backstroke
Looking for some simple tools to help teach backstroke swimming stroke? Aimed at new, up-and-coming swimming teachers, this book takes the hard work out of thinking about what to include in your lessons. Each lesson plan contains a carefully selected list of relevant drills and activities. The assessment tools with each lesson plan make assessing your swimmers a quick and easy job, leaving you to focus on the individuals in your classes and fine-tune your practice as a successful swimming teacher.Discover everything you need: - the essential qualities that make a good swimming teacher- the equipment needed to teach effective backstroke lessons- a detailed breakdown of backstroke technique- basic exercises that cover each part of the stroke- lesson plans covering each stroke part, tailored to suit beginner, intermediate and advanced levels- simple assessment tools for each lessonBasic technique drills, step-by-step lesson plans and everything in-between. A swimming teacher's definitive guide to teaching backstroke swimming stroke.
The Outdoor Swimmers' Handbook
'An important, inspiring book by someone that has encouraged million of people to experience the wonders and friendships of Britain's rivers, lakes and seas' --ROBERT MACFARLANE 'A treasured guide for anyone who wants to venture into rivers, estuaries, lakes and seas for a dip, a moonlit swim or a great adventure. I loved this book!' --LYNNE COX The must-have, beautifully illustrated guide to the booming nature-meets-wellbeing sport of the past 18 months: outdoor swimming. Capturing the freewheeling spirit, community, and wisdom that defines The Outdoor Swimming Society movement, founder Kate Rew reveals everything you need to know to explore rivers, lakes, seas, and estuaries. Sharing tales of her own inspiring swims, Kate explores the rich and varied life of outdoor swimmers, from the physiology of cold to planning lazy hazy downstream swims. An exquisite guide for beginners and enthusiasts alike, The Outdoor Swimmers' Handbook will lead you to the shore and become your trusted companion for the adventures ahead.
Boating
NEW PRINT WITH PROFESSIONAL TYPE-SET IN CONTRAST TO SCANNED PRINTS OFFERED BY OTHERS Boating: With An Introduction By The Rev. Edmond Warre, D.D. And A Chapter On Rowing At Eton By R. Harvey Mason, Edited By His Grace The Duke Of Beaufort, K.G., Assisted By Alfred E. T. Watson This book is a result of an effort made by us towards making a contribution to the preservation and repair of original classic literature. In an attempt to preserve, improve and recreate the original content, we have worked towards: 1. Type-setting & Reformatting: The complete work has been re-designed via professional layout, formatting and type-setting tools to re-create the same edition with rich typography, graphics, high quality images, and table elements, giving our readers the feel of holding a 'fresh and newly' reprinted and/or revised edition, as opposed to other scanned & printed (Optical Character Recognition - OCR) reproductions. 2. Correction of imperfections: As the work was re-created from the scratch, therefore, it was vetted to rectify certain conventional norms with regard to typographical mistakes, hyphenations, punctuations, blurred images, missing content/pages, and/or other related subject matters, upon our consideration. Every attempt was made to rectify the imperfections related to omitted constructs in the original edition via other references. However, a few of such imperfections which could not be rectified due to intentional\unintentional omission of content in the original edition, were inherited and preserved from the original work to maintain the authenticity and construct, relevant to the work. We believe that this work holds historical, cultural and/or intellectual importance in the literary works community, therefore despite the oddities, we accounted the work for print as a part of our continuing effort towards preservation of literary work and our contribution towards the development of the society as a whole, driven by our beliefs. We are grateful to our readers for putting their faith in us and accepting our imperfections with regard to preservation of the historical content. HAPPY READING!
Young Woman and the Sea
NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE FROM DISNEY STARRING DAISY RIDLEY.The exhilarating true story of Trudy Ederle, the first woman to swim the English Channel, and inspire a new era for women in sportsBy age twenty, at the height of the Jazz Age, Trudy Ederle was the most accomplished swimmer in the world. She'd won Olympic gold and set a host of world records. But the greatest challenge remained: the English Channel. Only a few swimmers, none of them women, had ever made the treacherous twenty-one mile crossing. Trudy's failed first attempt seemed to confirm what many naysayers believed: No woman could possibly accomplish such a thing.In 1926, Ederle proved them wrong. As her German immigrant parents cheered her, and her sister and fellow swimmer Meg helped fashion both her scandalous two-piece swimsuit and leak-proof goggles, Trudy was determined to succeed. "England or drown is my motto," she said, plunging into the frigid Channel for her second attempt at the crossing. Fourteen hours later, two hours faster than any man, and after weathering a gale and waves that approached six-feet, she stepped onto Kingsdowne Beach as the most famous woman in the world.Based on years of archival research that unearthed Ederle's memory from obscurity, Young Woman and the Sea brings to life the real Trudy Ederle, the challenges that came with her fame, and the historic mark her achievement made for all women athletes who followed.
More "Fishing Well"
This is Captain Jeff Waxman's third collection of short stories. Here he recounts several fishing tales and personal thoughts about all things fishing and boating. The collection also includes many photographs.
Canoeing Six Rivers in Alaska
Barbara and Henry share their experiences canoeing six rivers in Alaska. Join them as they describe how they arrived, what they saw and heard, and who they met. The text is supplemented with beautiful photos. Enjoy!
How To Be A Swimming Teacher
Teaching swimming is one of the best jobs in the world. Giving adults and children one of the most important life skills is challenging, hugely rewarding and great fun all at the same time. How To Be A Swimming Teacher gives you everything you need. Discover: - the essential qualities that make an outstanding swimming teacher- the equipment needed to teach effective swimming lessons- how to teach the all-important basics such as floating, breathing and submerging- how to plan and prepare swimming lessons that get results- why teaching adults is different and how to approach it- a detailed breakdown of all four basic swimming strokes- over 80 fully illustrated swimming exercises containing diagrams, teaching points and common mistakesPlus many more tools to help you master your profession and deliver outstanding swimming lessons.
Conquer Your Fear of Water
A swimmer needs to know more than "how to go from here to there." The ability to rest in deep water is what saves lives. Every person needs to be peaceful in deep water going nowhere. Fear is healed by feeling safe, taking small comfortable steps, and being in control all the time. It is kept in place by pushing oneself and rushing.The following teachings in the book make every last person successful: - Comfort comes first. If you're comfortable, everything else in aquatics is possible. Don't try to relax!- Get your safety from yourself, not the bottom or the side. - It's okay if your feet touch the bottom when you float in shallow water.- Learn to be comfortable being still in deep water.- Learning to swim requires comfort in deep water first. It need not include strokes. "Strokes are merely choreography" for efficiency. -Miracle Swimming InstructorDo you wish you could swim? Play in any body of water freely? Every single point and conversation, exercise and thought experiment you need to be successful is explained. Say goodbye to shame: there's no silly reason that anyone is afraid."...The book is amazing. I am so grateful I found it because it speaks to the heart of me. I am taking swim lessons at the local rec center and while they are terrific for what they are, they are exactly as you describe. Without your book and video, I would not have the courage and confidence to speak up and tell the instructors what I need. To their credit, they listen! They help me and I think I am helping them by being the student I've become thanks to your enlightening me."--Gratefully, PWStrokes are irrelevant to overcoming fear and are omitted.Kirkus Review: "Our Verdict: Get it"An insightful, warmly reassuring how-to for novice swimmers.Anyone can feel confident swimming in deep water, according to this soulful beginner's swimming course....introduces rudimentary skills in a pressure-free, self-paced manner that allows learners to edge into the shallow end, acclimate while clinging to walls, and build slowly up to the big step of submerging their faces. More advanced lessons cover front floats and back floats, arm motions and hand orientations, and frolics like underwater somersaults and handstands....cogent-detailed, lucid, and eminently practical for helping newbies overcome fundamental but often overlooked barriers. Swimming programs often ignore students' struggles with basic aquatic competency, and Dash's book ably fills that gap in a fun and appealing way.BookLife Prize - 2022 by Publishers Weekly"In this well-executed text, with a step-by-step approach to not only overcoming a fear of water but also learning to swim in spite of it, Melon's perspective... make(s) it easy to understand her lessons. For anyone who thought it wasn't possible to learn to swim from a book, this book will prove that theory wrong.Miracle Swimming School for Adults founder Dash's work has appeared in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, NBC's Today Show, CNN's Headline News, CNN.com Opinion, Psychology Today, Real Simple, Elle, San Francisco Chronicle, Tampa Bay Times, Sarasota Herald Tribune, etc.
Conquer Your Fear of Water
Overcome fear in water without taking risks.A swimmer needs to know more than how to go from here to there. The ability to rest in deep water saves lives...not strokes. Become peaceful in shallow and deep water going nowhere. Fear is healed by feeling safe, taking small comfortable steps, and being in control all the time. It is kept in place by pushing oneself and rushing.The following teachings in the book make every last person successful: - Overcome fear without risking your safety, control, or dignity.- Comfort comes first. If you're comfortable, everything else in aquatics is possible. It's okay to relax, but please do not tell yourself to. Heresy!- How to get your safety from yourself, not the bottom or the side. - It's okay if your feet touch the bottom when you float in shallow water.- Learn how to be comfortable being still in deep water.- Strokes are merely choreography for efficiency. - Say goodbye to shame.Do you wish you could swim? Every single point and conversation, exercise and thought experiment you need to be successful is explained. Strokes are irrelevant to overcoming fear. It's too soon to learn them, thus, they are omitted. Overcoming fear begins on land before "swimming lessons.""The book is amazing. I am so grateful I found it because it speaks to the heart of me. I am taking swim lessons at the local rec center and while they are terrific for what they are, they are exactly as you describe. Without your book and video, I would not have the courage and confidence to speak up and tell the instructors what I need. To their credit, they listen! They help me and I think I am helping them by being the student I've become thanks to your enlightening me."--Gratefully, PWMiracle Swimming School for Adults founder Dash's work recently appeared on Suncoast View (ABC 7 TV Sarasota), International Business Times, Sarasota Magazine, Association of Aquatic Professionals Newsletter, and The Observer (Sarasota FL).
Learn To Swim The Australian Way Level 2
Did you know there is an easier way to teach and learn to swim?Jump into the revolutionary method that prioritizes technique without sacrificing simplicity!!Say goodbye to boring textbooks and hello! to engaging and fun swim lessons.This easy-to-follow skill-building technique is THE essential tool for teaching beginners of all ages how to swim with confidence.HERE'S WHAT MAKES OUR BOOK A GAME-CHANGERSave Money: Fast-track learning to swim is guaranteed to save both time and money on expensive swimming lessons by practicing the right way at home, before and in between formal lessons.The kids will be swimming in no time and you'll save 1000's on expensive swimming lessons.Level 2 The Basics: Perfect for kids ready to learn to swim, we'll break down the basics of each stroke in this book plus learn the basics of diving, water safety and more..Provides a solid foundation for beginners to build upon to move confidently to the next level of future skillsBeautifully Illustrated: Captivating illustrations bring each skill to life, making learning fun and engaging.Visual cues enhance understanding and engagement, making learning to swim a breeze.Easy to Read: Written in simple language without difficult jargon or confusing terminology, making it accessible to beginners of all ages.Verbal cues and easy step-by-step instruction ensures learners of all ages and skill levels can easily follow along and progress.Self-Affirming Narrative: Empowers learners with a positive mindset building confidence and encouraging progress, fostering a love for swimming and self-confidence in the water.Boosted confidence motivates and leads to faster progress and learning.Technically Accurate Images: Clear and precise images ensure that each skill is demonstrated accurately. So that learners grasp the fundamentals of proper technique from the start.Builds a solid foundation in technique and sets the stage for safe and efficient swimming.Fun Names for Each Skill: Catchy names for the 21 skills make learning memorable and enjoyable.Increased engagement and retention ensure skills are learned and remembered more effectively.Checklist and Progress Tracker: Track progress and celebrate achievements along the way.Tangible progress markers motivate learners and keep them on track for success.Perfect for Parents: A wholesome interactive book parents can read together with their kids or easily enough to understand so kids can read and practice before attending lessons.Encourages bonding and independent learning outside of formal lessons.Useful For Swim Teachers & Swim Schools: Swim instructors can use as a comprehensive lesson plan, ensuring all essential skills are covered in every class.Saves time in lesson planning and supports even the most fearful learners effectively.Breaks Down Learning into Achievable Micro-Skills: Learning to swim is broken down into easy and achievable steps, making progress SUPER EASY and motivating for everyone.Prevents swimmers from becoming overwhelmed and encourages steady progress.Written by a Swimming Teacher with 30 Years of Experience: Benefit from the expertise of a seasoned professional in the field of swimming education.Provides reliable and PROVEN techniques for effective learning.
Women Making Waves
A visually stunning journey across the world's oceans, featuring soulful surfers living with purpose "The women in this book are my sea sisters and I believe that by sharing these remarkable stories, we inspire other women to make wiser and more empowered choices in their own lives."--Kassia Meador, former pro-longboarder and founder of Kassia+Surf Women Making Waves is a celebration of the sisterhood of surfing, featuring extraordinary women from the United States, Philippines, Mexico, Australia, Senegal, Japan, France, and beyond. Author Lara Einzig profiles more than two dozen inspiring female surfers from around the globe--from activists to artists--who are breaking new ground on land and finding healing, joy, and community in the water. There is Maya Gabeira, a Brazilian woman who surfed the biggest wave of anyone in 2020; Bonnie Wright, the British actress, activist, and author; Risa Mara Machuca, who runs a free surfing camp in Mexico for local children; and Zara Noruzi, an Iranian exile who found peace on the water in Australia. Through candid interviews on the transformational power of surfing, and with immersive photography of beautiful beaches, surf shacks, and favorite breaks, Einzig captures the life-altering strength and resilience that these women discover in their connection to the waves. Women Making Waves captures the innate, spiritual essence of our connection to the ocean, inviting us all to paddle out.
The Greatest Sailing Stories Ever Told
A page-turning collection of the best sailing yarns, from Sir Ernest Shackleton and Joshua Slocum to William F. Buckley and Samuel Eliot Morrison.
Survival Swimming
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 water rescue skills of others in pools and open water.Teach yourself everything you need to survive in the water, because this is swim training for escape and survival.Get it now.Part 1: Efficient SwimmingSwimming lessons to swim faster and longer, including while swimming underwater.The most efficient way to tread water. A MUST LEARN water survival skill.Swim faster using the same training drills that professional swimmers use.A step-by-step guide for learning the Combat Survival Stroke, as used by the US Navy Seals.The proper way to do the survival backstroke to conserve energy and retain heat.How to safely train yourself to swim 50+ meters underwater.Freestyle swimming drills to perfect your speed swimming technique.Part 2: Water Safety and SurvivalLearn the different dangers of open water and the best way to swim in them for survival.The safest ways to enter the water.The two swimming styles to use to get out of dangerous waters, and when to use them.The different types of waves, tides, and currents, and how to negotiate them.Learn the dangers of swift water, how to avoid them, and how to use them to your advantage.The different ways to cross water. Includes wading, rope crossings, improvised raft building, and more.How to survive in cold water and how to escape ice water.The best actions to take during a flood so you don't end up in the water to begin with.Sea survival skills so you can keep yourself alive until help arrives.Part 3: Water RescueEssential water rescue skills of others in pools and open water.What to do when you see someone in trouble in the water.What to teach children so they can help save others while staying safe on dry land.How to scan and assess any water-based situation the way professional lifeguards do.Learn to spot different types of casualties and make the best plan for rescue.The safest ways to rescue drowning victims. Includes how to protect yourself against them if they drag you down.White water rescue training so you can save others while minimizing risk.Limited Time Only...Get your copy of Survival Swimming today and you will also receive: Free SF Nonfiction Books new releasesExclusive discount offersDownloadable sample chaptersBonus content... and more!Get your hands on this one of a kind swim training manual, because it will show you how to swim faster, longer, and safer.Get it now.
The Vintage Journal Surfers, Cayucos, California
The Vintage Journal Surfers, Cayucos, California pocket journal features a travel poster illustration of surfers surfing in Cayucos. This journal has full color decorative vintage art on the cover, and is the perfect companion for your next trip, writing project, to-do list, or any occasion where a handy notebook is needed. Found Image Press Vintage Journals feature vintage art that celebrates your favorite places, hobbies and interests. The front cover design features a classic piece of art from the Found Image Press collection of over 60,000 pictures. - 4 x 6 inches - 100 lined opaque pages - Soft matte finish
The Vintage Journal Lots of Guys Surfing, California
The Vintage Journal Lots of Guys Surfing, California pocket journal features a travel poster illustration of many people surfing and catching the waves. This journal has full color decorative vintage art on the cover, and is the perfect companion for your next trip, writing project, to-do list, or any occasion where a handy notebook is needed. Found Image Press Vintage Journals feature vintage art that celebrates your favorite places, hobbies and interests. The front cover design features a classic piece of art from the Found Image Press collection of over 60,000 pictures. - 4 x 6 inches - 100 lined opaque pages - Soft matte finish
The Vintage Journal Surfers Paddling, Malibu, California
The Vintage Journal Surfers Paddling, Malibu, California pocket journal features a travel poster illustration of a bunch of surfers paddling in Malibu. This journal has full color decorative vintage art on the cover, and is the perfect companion for your next trip, writing project, to-do list, or any occasion where a handy notebook is needed. Found Image Press Vintage Journals feature vintage art that celebrates your favorite places, hobbies and interests. The front cover design features a classic piece of art from the Found Image Press collection of over 60,000 pictures. - 4 x 6 inches - 100 lined opaque pages - Soft matte finish
The Vintage Journal Colorful Surfers and Surf Boards in Green Water, Carpinteria
The Vintage Journal Colorful Surfers and Surf Boards in Green Water, Carpinteria pocket journal features a travel poster illustration of surfer with colourful surfboards in the Green water. This journal has full color decorative vintage art on the cover, and is the perfect companion for your next trip, writing project, to-do list, or any occasion where a handy notebook is needed. Found Image Press Vintage Journals feature vintage art that celebrates your favorite places, hobbies and interests. The front cover design features a classic piece of art from the Found Image Press collection of over 60,000 pictures. - 4 x 6 inches - 100 lined opaque pages - Soft matte finish
The Vintage Journal Surfers Paddling, Aptos, California
The Vintage Journal Surfers Paddling, Aptos, California pocket journal features a travel poster illustration . This journal has full color decorative vintage art on the cover, and is the perfect companion for your next trip, writing project, to-do list, or any occasion where a handy notebook is needed. Found Image Press Vintage Journals feature vintage art that celebrates your favorite places, hobbies and interests. The front cover design features a classic piece of art from the Found Image Press collection of over 60,000 pictures. - 4 x 6 inches - 100 lined opaque pages - Soft matte finish
Paddler's Guide to the Sunshine State
A must-have guide for any Florida paddler Featuring a wide variety of paddling trips fromthe panhandle to the Keys, Paddler'sGuide to the Sunshine State provides an insider's scoop on canoeing, kayaking, and standup paddleboarding in Florida. This easy-to-use guide equipspaddlers of every level with a toolbox of skills for their adventure on thewater, from trip planning to journey's end. It highlights practical tips forequipment and safety as well as opportunities for viewing wildlife along themost notable and scenic of Florida waterways. This second edition is fully updated with themost current information on how to navigate 80 of Florida's best paddlingroutes and what to know before you go. Veteran paddlers and outdoor writersSandy Huff and Lars Andersen are joined by 60 guest authors who offer valuableanecdotes and candid discussion about their topics and regions of expertise.With new photos, maps, and park and trail information, this guide will enablereaders to head outdoors and enjoy a paddler's paradise.
How To Teach Breaststroke
How To Teach Breaststroke - Basic technique drills, step-by-step lesson plans and everything in-between. A swimming teacher's definitive guide to teaching breaststroke swimming strokeLooking for some simple tools to help teach breaststroke swimming stroke? Aimed at new, up and coming swimming teachers, this book takes the hard work out of thinking about what to include in your lessons. Each lesson plan contains a carefully selected list of relevant drills and activities. The assessment tools with each lesson plan make assessing your swimmers a quick and easy job, leaving you to focus on the individuals in your classes and fine-tune your practice as a successful swimming teacher.Discover everything you need: - the essential qualities that make a good swimming teacher- the equipment needed to teach effective breaststroke lessons- a detailed breakdown of breaststroke technique- basic exercises that cover each part of the stroke- lesson plans covering each stroke part, tailored to suit beginner, intermediate and advanced levels- simple assessment tools for each lesson
Canoes
Dartnouth College has enjoyed a long legacy associated with canoeing. From its very first days in 1772 to modern times with the founding of the Ledyard Canoe Club in 1920. The author takes you on that journey with special attention given to the Abenaki tribal tradition of building birchbark canoes, to adaptations by white settlers and traders, to the commercialization of canoes by the Old Town Company. Of particular note is the influence of John Ledyard, explorer and namesake of the Club, on adventuresome student members. The author was himself the originator of three canoe and kayak expeditions: Danube River (1700 miles), Japan coast (1100 miles) and South Korean Islands (500 miles), two of which became National Geographic Magazine cover stories.
Surf, Sweat and Tears
This is the true story of Ted, Viscount Deerhurst, the son of the Earl of Coventry and an American ballerina who dedicated his life to becoming a professional surfer. Surfing was a means of escape, from England, from the fraught charges of nobility, from family, and, often, from his own demons. Ted was good on the board, but never made it to the very highest ranks of a sport that, like most, treats second-best as nowhere at all. He kept on surfing, ending up where all surfers go to live or die, the paradise of Hawaii. There, in search of the "perfect woman," he fell in love with a dancer called Lola, who worked in a Honolulu nightclub. The problem with paradise, as he was soon to discover, is that gangsters always get there first. Lola already had a serious boyfriend, a man who went by the name of Pit Bull. Ted was given fair warning to stay away. But he had a besetting sin, for which he paid the heaviest price: He never knew when to give up. Surf, Sweat and Tears takes us into the world of global surfing, revealing a dark side beneath the dazzling sun and cream-crested waves. Here is surf noir at its most compelling, a dystopian tale of one man's obsessions, wiped out in a grisly true crime.
Surfing the South
When most Americans think of surfing, they often envision waves off the coasts of California, Hawai'i, or even New Jersey. What few know is that the South has its own surf culture. To fully explore this unsung surfing world, Steve Estes undertook a journey that stretched more than 2,300 miles, traveling from the coast of Texas to Ocean City, Maryland. Along the way he interviewed and surfed alongside dozens of people--wealthy and poor, men and women, Black and white--all of whom opened up about their lives, how they saw themselves, and what the sport means to them. They also talked about race, class, the environment, and how surfing has shaped their identities.The cast includes a retired Mississippi riverboat captain and alligator hunter who was one of the first to surf the Gulf Coast of Louisiana, a Pensacola sheet-metal worker who ran the China Beach Surf Club while he was stationed in Vietnam, and a Daytona Beach swimsuit model who shot the curl in the 1966 World Surfing Championships before circumnavigating the globe in search of waves and adventure. From these varied and surprising stories emerge a complex, sometimes troubling, but nevertheless beautiful picture of the modern South and its people.
An Electric Kayak
Avid boater, engineer, author and inventor, Charlie Mathys shows anyone with beginner to intermediate DIY talents how to affordably convert a kayak to electric power-for fishing or FUN! This book shows how to turn a 10-foot kayak into a small electric powerboat. Two kayaks are modified: a sit-in model and a sit-upon model. Using two trolling motors, a Minn- Kota and a Newport Vessel, the performance results are compared. The controller consists of a plug-in Lithium-Ion battery, an Arduino microprocessor and a Cytron power driver. A mini-transom and a steering device are added to drive the kayak comfortably from its normal seating position. With a choice of kayaks, controllers, and battery power, a custom craft can be configured for great fun on the water. Includes 20 photos and more than a dozen diagrams, plus detailed parts lists, performance results tables, and additional online resources.
Learn to Swim the Australian Way
Introducing the ultimate learning to swim companion!A method so intuitive, the kids will practically be teaching themselves!Designed to make learning to swim a breeze, whether you're a parent looking to teach your child the basics or a swimming teacher seeking a comprehensive lesson plan for beginners, this book is your go-to guide for mastering the art of teaching swimming.HERE'S WHAT MAKES OUR BOOK A GAME-CHANGERSave Money: Fast-track learning to swim is guaranteed to save both time and money on expensive swimming lessons by practicing the right way at home, before and in between formal lessons.The kids will be swimming in no time!!Level 1 for Absolute Beginners: Perfect for those with no prior water skills, we'll break down all the basics in this book to teach beginner swimmers how to stand, float, kick, and start moving confidently in the water.Provides a solid foundation for beginners to build upon to move confidently to the next level of future skillsBeautifully Illustrated: Captivating illustrations bring each skill to life, making learning fun and engaging.Visual cues enhance understanding and engagement, making learning to swim a breeze.Easy to Read: Written in simple language without difficult jargon or confusing terminology, making it accessible to beginners of all ages.Verbal cues and easy step-by-step instruction ensures learners of all ages and skill levels can easily follow along and progress.Self-Affirming Narrative: Empowers learners with a positive mindset building confidence and encouraging progress, fostering a love for swimming and self-confidence in the water.Boosted confidence motivates and leads to faster progress and learning.Technically Accurate Images: Clear and precise images ensure that each skill is demonstrated accurately. So that learners grasp the fundamentals of proper technique from the start.Builds a solid foundation in technique and sets the stage for safe and efficient swimming.Fun Names for Each Skill: Catchy names for the 21 skills make learning memorable and enjoyable.Increased engagement and retention ensure skills are learned and remembered more effectively.Checklist and Progress Tracker: Track progress and celebrate achievements along the way.Tangible progress markers motivate learners and keep them on track for success.Perfect for Parents: A wholesome interactive book parents can read together with their kids or easily enough to understand so kids can read and practice before attending lessons.Encourages bonding and independent learning outside of formal lessons.Useful For Swim Teachers & Swim Schools: Swim instructors can use as a comprehensive lesson plan, ensuring all essential skills are covered in every class.Saves time in lesson planning and supports even the most fearful learners effectively.Breaks Down Learning into Achievable Micro-Skills: Learning to swim is broken down into easy and achievable steps, making progress SUPER EASY and motivating for everyone.Prevents swimmers from becoming overwhelmed and encourages steady progress.Written by a Swimming Teacher with 30 Years of Experience: Benefit from the expertise of a seasoned professional in the field of swimming education.Provides reliable and PROVEN techniques for effective learning.Order Now and Teach Some Tiny Humans To Swim
Soul of a Swimmer
Soul of a Swimmer is the true story of Nicholas Dworet, a champion swimmer from Florida. Through interviews with his family, friends, coaches, and teammates, the book fondly describes the lifelong process of nurturing a child who has extraordinary talent and ebullient dreams as he develops into an elite athlete. As Nick matures, a young man with a remarkably humble and genuine character emerges amid his athletic successes. When he was a senior in high school, Nick found his Olympic dreams within reach. But tragically, his life was cut short in the Parkland, Florida, school shooting. Nick's story will resonate with the reader forever.
Adults Guide To Better Swimming
Have you ever started out with the intention of swimming laps to get fit but given up when it turns out to be much harder than you thought? Or do you find yourself gasping for breath after swimming a mere 50 metres? Or have you just always wanted to be a better swimmer? If you have then Adults Guide To Better Swimming is just for you! Created specifically for novice, recreational swimmers it focuses on the basics with simple, easy to understand language and helpful illustrations. Adults Guide To Better Swimming starts with the core foundations of swimming: Bubbles and Breath ControlBody PositionBreathing EfficientlyThose skills may seem simplistic, but it is where most adult swimmers fall down in their attempts to swim any kind of distance. Once you are proficient in the basics it then moves onto: The Basics of Technique (efficient kicking, stroke correction)Analysing your stroke and detecting weaknessesFitness Building (in manageable stages) including NINE complete training programs at beginner, intermediate and advanced levels.Although Adults Guide To Better Swimming focuses mainly on Freestyle, it also covers the basics of backstroke and breaststroke. Other topics covered include: An equipment guideThe best time(s) to swimHelpful drillsOcean and open water swimmingPerfect For Beginners!Adults Guide To Better Swimming is aimed at beginner or self taught swimmers. You will need to be able to submerge confidently and perform a basic freestyle only. It is not designed for experienced swimmers or those seeking comprehensive stroke correction. Readers said......"There are not many books that address the issues beginners face in such a positive way....""....does a great job of breaking the task down into easy, manageable steps.....""This is a very well written and helpful book..."Don't sit on the sidelines any longer! Let Adults Guide To Better Swimming guide you on the journey to becoming a fit, proficient lap swimmer.
101 Swimming Lesson Plans For Swimming Teachers
Careful and detailed planning is essential for delivering practical, results-based swimming lessons. This book takes the hard work out of lesson planning for swimming teachers by providing 101 swimming lesson plans covering all aspects of swimming.Discover swimming lesson plans for beginners that include every lesson from first entering the pool and building confidence to swimming in deep water. In addition, swimming lesson plans written explicitly for adults cover their every need, from gaining confidence to learning basic strokes. Ensure progress with sequenced lesson plans for each part of front crawl, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly, aimed at beginner, intermediate and advanced swimmers. Each lesson plan also has an assessment grid so that you can monitor and measure the progress of each of your swimmers quickly and easily. These pre-made 30-minute swimming lesson plans are ready to go, leaving you to focus on the individuals in your classes and fine-tune your practice as a successful swimming teacher. 101 Swimming lesson plans for swimming teachers that make a difference.
Old Bloke Goes Swimming
After Old Bloke went running and took a tumble he had to re-think his fitness and fun regime.This little book dives deep into the stuff and nonsense of swimming. If you have a go, have a laugh or even learn something...job done!Could I take the plunge and make a splash by finding a new way of burning the calories? Could I swim my way back to running and, ultimately, a more balanced lifestyle?Do a few small strokes to avoid a big one."Funny at times, with lots of laugh out loud moments, but serious advice on keeping fit. Try some of the recipes - I did, Yummy. " Mary Irvine.
