Path of the Paddle: Solo Whitewater
1977•28m•8.0•Released
Documentary
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.
Director
Bill Mason
Writer
Bill Mason
Studio
ONF | NFB
Cast
Bill Mason
Himself
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