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Books > Sport & Leisure > Sports & outdoor recreation > Water sports & recreations
Shantyboat is the story of a leisurely journey down the Ohio and
Mississippi rivers to New Orleans. For most people such a journey
is the stuff that dreams are made of, but for Harlan and Anna
Hubbard it became a cherished reality. In the fall of 1944 they
built a houseboat, small but neatly accommodated to their needs, on
the bank of the Ohio near Cincinnati, and in it after a pause of
two years they set out to drift down the river. In their small
craft, the Hubbards became one with the flow of the river and its
changing weathers. An artist by profession, Harlan Hubbard records
with graceful ease the many facets of their life on the river-the
panorama of fields and woods, summer gardening, foraging
expeditions for nuts and berries, dangers from storms and
treacherous currents, the quiet solitude of the mists of early
morning. Their life is sustained by the provender of bank and
stream, useful things made and found, and mutual aid and wisdom
from people met along the journey. It is a life marked by
simplicity and independence, strenuous at times, but joyous, with
leisure for painting and music, for observation and contemplation.
"Caught Inside" is Daniel Duane's account of a year spent surfing
in Santa Cruz, California. Following the turn of the seasons, it is
also the story of a young man's deepening knowledge of his native
landscape and its history. Interspersed with the narrative of days
passed on the water are good-humored explanations of the physics of
wave dynamics, the intricate art of surfboard design, and lyrical,
sharp-eyed descriptions of the flora and fauna that inhabit the
Pacific wilderness. In Duane's company are cormorants, herons,
gulls, sea lions, whales, and dolphins; with him we learn about the
physiology of a pelican's dive, the mating habits of otters, and
the obscene contents of a shark's stomach. In a wryly entertaining
parallel narrative Duane traces the cultural history of the sport
and the settling of California. From Captain Cook and Mark Twain to
Robinson Jeffers and Jack London, from portraits of famous (and
infamous) surfers to an analysis of the perverse significance of
Gidget movies, Duane expertly uncovers the myths and symbols bound
up in one of our most vibrant and recognizably American subjects.
Swimming is one of the most beneficial and refreshing ways to
exercise. However, many swimmers miss the greatest benefits of the
sport. These swimmers train by swimming continuously for an
allotted time or for a specified distance. By organizing and
structuring their time in the pool, swimmers can greatly increase
the benefits and enjoyment they derive from their workouts.
A book of ideas collected by the coaches at Plas y Brenin. Over 300
top tips to help canoe and kayak coaches fill their own 'coach's
toolbox'.
Shortly after his retirement, author Robert S. Ashton buys a
1983 Nordic 40 sailboat. He names the boat "Chandelle," not
realizing at the time that it will be his home for the next ten
years.
Along with his friends, Don, Roger, and Martha, Ashton soon
joins a group of boats preparing to brave the Gulf Stream and
adjacent waters from Norfolk, Virginia, to the Caribbean. During
the next ten years, "Captain" Ashton sails to numerous destinations
in his quest to circumnavigate the globe, including the Panama
Canal, the Galapagos Islands, the Fiji Islands, Africa, and
Australia. Ashton meets an eclectic group of people, experiences a
variety of cultures, finds new members for his crew, and discovers
the freedom of sailing the open waters.
"This Old Man and the Sea" is a must-read for any sailing
enthusiast, revealing the highs and lows of extended life at sea
with wit, wisdom, and insight.
This sailor's logbook has received a makeover. Redesigned to appeal
to the 21st century sailor, it is fun to use, designed to last a
full season and the perfect gift for anyone passionate about
sailing. The new design allows space for electronic navigation
information and for narrative and it doubles as a visitors' book.
Dinghy Sailing Start to Finish is the perfect book for you if you
are new to sailing, or if you are an experienced dinghy sailor
wanting to broaden your skills and develop your techniques. You
will enjoy your dinghy sailing more with greater knowledge. This
easy-to-follow, step-by-step guide takes you through the basic
principles, preparing to sail, your first sail, advanced sailing
and the basics of racing. It includes advice on choosing a dinghy,
essential gear, sailing manoeuvres, tides, wind and weather, all
taken from the courses delivered by the UK's biggest sailing
school, the UKSA. This book is accessible to all levels, giving
those new to sailing straightforward advice, and showing
experienced sailors how to take their sailing to the next level
with tips on how to sail faster and safer. It covers single-handed
and double-handed dinghies and catamarans. This book is packed with
hundreds of illustrations and photographs, and is a great way to
learn, develop and refresh your sailing skills.
A detailed, almost daily, record giving an accurate and authentic
narrative of over two years in the life of a common sailor before
the mast in the American merchant service of the early 1800s. The
book is written in journal fashion in the words of an ordinary
sailor on the brig "Pilgrim" on her voyage from Boston, round Cape
Horn to the western coast of North America. Many of the earliest
books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are
now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Home Farm Books
are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality,
modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Originally published in 1930, this is a compact guide to seamanship
for beginners sailing on inland waters. Although it is easy to
assume that there is little seamanship required on the quiet
waterways of Britain, this book advises the reader about some
common mistakes and pitfalls. With an ever increasing amount of
people choosing to take their holidays on boats, it has some useful
information on safety, comfort and enjoyment and of course, the
food that is practical to cook on board. Contents Include: On
Setting Sail and Getting Under Way - Sailing; With a Note on
Balance-Lugs - On Strong Winds and Reefing - On the Rule of the
Road - Mooring, Stowing, Awnings, Down-Mast - About Knots - On
Ship-Keeping - The Kitchen - Dictionary and Index
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