For a generation, the Basic Essentials(R) series has been as much a part of the outdoors experience as backpacks and hiking boots. Information-packed tools for the novice or handy references for the veteran, these volumes distill years of knowledge into affordable and portable books. Whether you're planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, Basic Essentials(R) books tell you what you need to know. Learn how to: Choose a paddle and outfit a canoe Launch a canoe safely Perform the basic forward, turning, and correction strokes Maneuver the canoe Paddle in wind, waves, and moving water