Path of the Paddle: Solo Whitewater - 1977

This short film from canoeist Bill Mason explains clearly how to locate a deep water channel by reading the rapids and how to apply paddling strokes and manoeuvres to steer the canoe where you want it to go. It also depicts what happens if you "wipe out" in a turbulent rapid and shows you how to survive the swim. Part of 'Path of the Paddle: Whitewater', in Bill Mason's Path of the Paddle Series.

28min
1977
Released
Trakio rating0.0/10

Cast

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Path of the Paddle: Solo Whitewater Overview

This short film from canoeist Bill Mason explains clearly how to locate a deep water channel by reading the rapids and how to apply paddling strokes and manoeuvres to steer the canoe where you want it to go. It also depicts what happens if you "wipe out" in a turbulent rapid and shows you how to survive the swim. Part of 'Path of the Paddle: Whitewater', in Bill Mason's Path of the Paddle Series.

Runtime: 28min

Extra details

Original Title: Path of the Paddle: Solo Whitewater
Original Language: English
Directed By: Bill Mason
Production Companies
ONF | NFB