filip-mroz-zk049ofp4ui-unsplashSpokane is a wonderful place to get out on the water in a canoe or kayak. They are affordable, quiet, provide some exercise, and are a link to the paddling past. With dozens of lakes and rivers in the region, there are wonderful opportunities for a beautiful day in the great outdoors. Just remember to bring all the essential gear like a Personal Floatation Device – PFD – and whistle, a hat and sunscreen, a headlamp, a dry bag for personal items and spare clothes, and a first aid kit. Check the weather before heading out, don’t go alone to a remote location, and at the launch site lash down everything you don’t want to lose in a capsize

Paddling Washington: Flatwater and Whitewater Routes in Washington State and the Inland Northwest by Rich Landers

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Paddling the Columbia: A Guide to All 1200 Miles of Our Scenic & Historical River by John Roskelley

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The Art of Kayaking : Everything You Need to Know About Paddling by Nigel Foster

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The Only Kayak: A Journey into the Heart of Alaska by Kim Heacox

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Sea Kayaking Illustrated: A Visual Guide to Better Paddling by John Robison

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Building your Kevlar Canoe: A Foolproof Method and Three Foolproof Designs by James Moran

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Adventure North by Sean Bloomfield

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Kayak Routes of the Pacific Northwest Coast by Peter McGee

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Kayak Fitness: The Fusion of Sport and Exercise 

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The Strip-Built Sea Kayak: Three Rugged, Beautiful Boats You Can Build by Nick Schade

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Practical Kayaking 

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Local Clubs 

Spokane Canoe and Kayak Club Spokane Canoe and Kayak Club | Spokane, WA  

Magazine Resources  

Explore our eMagazines and read the complete electronic version of titles such as Paddle World Magazine, Kayak Session Magazine, Stand Up Paddle World, and Outside.  

 

Stream Videos on Kanopy  

Go to Kanopy and watch the series Outdoor Fundamentals: Everything You Need to Know to Stay Safe. 24 insightful videos that will give you the practical skills you need to set off for the water or the woods. Topics such as canoeing and kayaking skills, backpacking, navigation, and first aid are covered.