Holes Happen - Patch a leaky kayak or canoe with this sanding-free method.
Paddling and Pedaling - Paddle down a river, then shuttle back on bike: simple and satisfying. Alan Kesselheim gives five great destinations for paddling and pedaling.
Get Ready: Rafting Trips - Paul Cleveland takes you through the steps of planning a rambunctious river adventure.
Trail Safe - How safe are we in the wilderness? Read about the dangers posed by fellow humans in the great outdoors and find out what you can do to stay safe in Michael Bane's new book,"Trail Safe".
The Family that Floats Together - Alan Kesselheim explains how the whole family can go canoeing, kids and all.
Travel Tips for Grizzly Country - Naturalist Dave Smith provides wise advice on how not to run into the big bear.
Whitewater Surfing Safari - Tips on whitewater kayaking techniques. The more you know, the more fun you'll have.
Treating Water - Intestinal distress will ruin your trip. Don't risk it!
Kayak Cookery - Eating well on a long kayaking trip is a matter of planning, packing, and good taste.
Surviving Outdoor Emergencies - Overcoming the seven enemies of survival.
Tripping with Tots - Taking the family on a slow float to anywhere.
Fishing and Foraging - Eating in style while sea kayaking.
Technique
Single Blade Power Stroke - An efficient canoe stroke to keep you moving on course.
11 Common Open Canoe Mistakes - Learn to spot common errors in your paddling.
Essential Kayak Paddling Strokes - The basics are the hardest to master.
Sea Kayaking 101 - Learning the basics — stroke, boats, and gear — in a most unlikely place: Manhattan.
Canoe Rescue Techniques - Sooner or later, one of these will come in handy.
Energy of the Water - Using the rivers currents to propel your canoe.
Whitewater Surfing Safari - Tips on whitewater kayaking techniques. The more you know, the more fun you'll have.
Canoe? I can. - Paddling orientation games for all ages.
Paddle Techniques - Reading the river and knowing what stroke to use: a primer.
Elements of the Eskimo Roll - Step by step guide to coming around when your down.
Basic River Strategy - Reading water and maneuvering a kayak.
River Basics - The right strokes and the right strategy makes all the difference.
Near Misses - Real-life stories of brushes with whitewater death &151; and tips on how to avoid one of your own.
Air Traffic Control - Hole occupied! Humorous guide to whitewater hand signals.
Slalom 101 - Whether you're merely curious about slalom or dream passionately of running the gates on the Olympic Whitewater, why not start practicing now?
Rodeo 101 - OK, so maybe you aren't gunning for fame and fortune as a rodeo star, wowing the crowd as the TV cameras record your triumph. That's no reason you can't push your own performance envelope a little and have some fun with friends at the local play spot.
Family
First Strokes - Enough with the freeloading! How to turn your little passenger into first-class paddler.
Canoeing Kids - Paddling can be a lot like play.
Home on the River - The pros and cons of family rafting trips.
Whitewater Kids - A foam call for the whole family.
