Path of the Paddle: Doubles Whitewater - 1977

This short film from canoeist Bill Mason shows how to read the rapids and plan a course and follow it, with complete control of the boat, using the basic paddling strokes. Running rapids will always be a calculated risk, but risk diminishes with skill and knowledge. The strokes can be used in endless combination to reduce the risks of whitewater canoeing and increase the sheer joy and exuberance. Part of 'Path of the Paddle: Whitewater', in Bill Mason's Path of the Paddle Series.

28min
1977
Released
Trakio rating0.0/10
IMDB rating7.3/10

Cast

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Path of the Paddle: Doubles Whitewater Overview

This short film from canoeist Bill Mason shows how to read the rapids and plan a course and follow it, with complete control of the boat, using the basic paddling strokes. Running rapids will always be a calculated risk, but risk diminishes with skill and knowledge. The strokes can be used in endless combination to reduce the risks of whitewater canoeing and increase the sheer joy and exuberance. 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: Doubles Whitewater
Original Language: English
Directed By: Bill Mason
Production Companies
ONF | NFB