Paddler's Guide to the Sunshine State

Featuring a wide variety of paddling trips from the panhandle to the Keys, Paddlers Guide to the Sunshine State provides an insiders scoop on canoeing, kayaking, and standup paddleboarding in Florida. This easy-to-use guide equips paddlers of every level with a toolbox of skills for their adventure on the water, from trip planning to journeys end. It highlights practical tips for equipment and safety as well as opportunities for viewing wildlife along the most notable and scenic of Florida waterways. This second edition is fully updated with the most current information on how to navigate 80 of Floridas best paddling routes and what to know before you go. Veteran paddlers and outdoor writers Sandy Huff and Lars Andersen are joined by 60 guest authors who offer valuable anecdotes and candid discussion about their topics and regions of expertise. With new photos, maps, and park and trail information, this guide will enable readers to head outdoors and enjoy a paddlers paradise.