Westwood Outdoors was created by Andrew and Carole Westwood in order to provide a site where people can find information on paddling techniques, tips and ideas all pertaining to kayaking and canoeing. Our River Notes page highlights recent articles, new instructional concepts, and paddling techniques.
THIS IS CANOEING
THIS IS CANOEING is a 2-disc celebration of canoeing, showcasing top single-blade paddlers in their pursuit of remote wilderness journeys or challenging white water. Multi-award winning film maker, Justine Curgenven captures the essence of canoeing in 12 short films. From open canoe slalom races to 1,000 mile birchbark expeditions, Justine provides insights into the diversity of the sport and the influential people who tell it's story. Immerse yourself in this globe-trotting 3 hours of adventure to world class canoeing destinations in Canada, the United States, Scotland & Wales.
FEATURING:
KEVIN CALLAN - BECKY MASON - PAUL MASON - MARK SCRIVER - ANDREW WESTWOOD - KAREN KNIGHT - BOB FOOTE - RAY GOODWIN - WENDY GRATER - CHRIS COOPER - DAVE ROSSETTER - ELI HELBERT - JOHN 'KAZ' KAZIMIERCZYK - HAILEY THOMPSON - CAROLYN PETERSON
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CANOEING DVD - By Andrew Westwood
Canoeing is the must-have instructional DVD for those interested in maximizing their enjoyment of the canoe. Through seasoned instructor Andrew Westwood's thoughtful and concise breakdown of canoeing principles, skills and techniques, solo and tandem paddlers alike will reap the rewards of this DVD. If you're a first-time paddler or a seasoned camper; whether you enjoy small day trips around local lakes and slow-moving rivers, overnight trips or long expeditions, Canoeing will make you want to get back on the water! >
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CANOEING - Essential Skills and Safety
Whether you enjoy small day trips around local lakes and slow-moving rivers, overnight trips or expeditions, Andrew Westwoods thoughtful and clear breakdown of canoeing principles, skills and techniques make this book a must-have for solo and tandem paddlers who are interested in maximizing their enjoyment of the canoe. >
BUY NOWCalendar of courses and events 2011
Solo Intermediate Skills Course:
with the YCCC club Date: Spring – TBA
Must be a member. For more info go to: www.yccc.ca
5 Day Week of Rivers June 1 to June 5th:
Course based at MKC along with Andy Convery
Class III level, travelling to different rivers.
For more info go to: www.owl-mkc.ca
Paddle Alberta Paddle Canada Whitewater Symposium July 25th to August 1st
- 5-day Paul Mason and Andrew Westwood Advanced Solo Canoeing course
- 5-day Carole Westwood Women’s Intermediate/Advanced Solo Canoeing Course
- Weekend clinics Solo/Tandem Canoe
For more info go to: www.haskincanoe.ca
Andrew and Paul Mason Advanced Solo Canoeing Course at MKC
August 22 to Aug 26th:
For more info go to: www.owl-mkc.ca
Gull River Slalom Race, Minden Ontario September 10 and 11th
Advanced River Reading Skills Course October 1 to 2nd:
with the YCCC club
Must be a member. For more info go to: www.yccc.ca
