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.
Director: Bill Mason
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 28 min
Release Date: January 1, 1977
Cast
- Bill Mason - Himself
Screenplay
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Original Language: en
Keywords
river, canoe, water sports, paddling
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Path of the Paddle: Doubles Whitewater about?
- 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.
- Who directed Path of the Paddle: Doubles Whitewater?
- Path of the Paddle: Doubles Whitewater was directed by Bill Mason.
- Who stars in Path of the Paddle: Doubles Whitewater?
- Path of the Paddle: Doubles Whitewater stars Bill Mason.
- How long is Path of the Paddle: Doubles Whitewater?
- Path of the Paddle: Doubles Whitewater has a runtime of 28m (28 minutes).
- What genre is Path of the Paddle: Doubles Whitewater?
- Path of the Paddle: Doubles Whitewater is a Documentary film.
- Where was Path of the Paddle: Doubles Whitewater produced?
- Path of the Paddle: Doubles Whitewater was produced in Canada.