NOLS has compiled the best advice from experts in outdoor education for all types of canoeing, from whitewater and open water to canoeing in ice. The perfect guide for those getting started and those who want to build on their skills, this book covers basic strokes and maneuvers, lines, drills, rigging, loading and unloading, and carrying and transporting. Includes hundreds of full-color photos and illustrations and sections on: Expedition Planning, Choosing and outfitting your canoe, Water science, Safety, Navigation, and Environmental ethics.