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Path of the Paddle: Doubles Basic

Path of the Paddle: Doubles Basic

Part of Bill Mason's Path of the Paddle Series

1977•28m
Documentary

This short film from canoeist Bill Mason demonstrates the basic doubles paddling strokes and how to apply them in various combinations. The application of each stroke in rapids is shown briefly and the emphasis is always on working as a well-coordinated team. Part of 'Path of the Paddle: Quiet Water', in Bill Mason's Path of the Paddle Series.

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Production

ONF | NFB

Language

EN

Status

Released

Release Date

Cast

Bill Mason

Bill Mason

Himself

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