CinemaOSMovie · 1977 · 0h 28m

Path of the Paddle: Solo Whitewater

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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.

Directed byBill Mason

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Status
Released
Runtime
0h 28m
Language
EN
Released
January 1, 1977
Studios
ONF | NFB

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Cast & crew

1 credited
Starring
Bill Mason

Bill Mason

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Creative team
Directed by
Bill Mason
Bill Mason
Written by
Bill Mason
Bill Mason

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