Canoe Traveling: Log of a Cruise on the Baltic and Practical Hints on Building and Fitting Canoes

Canoe Traveling: Log of a Cruise on the Baltic and Practical Hints on Building and Fitting Canoes is a book written by Warington Baden-Powell, a British soldier, author, and founder of the Scout Movement. The book is a detailed account of his canoeing adventure on the Baltic Sea, where he traveled over 1,000 miles in a canoe he built himself. The log describes the challenges and joys of canoeing, as well as the natural beauty and cultural experiences encountered on the journey. In addition to the log, the book provides practical advice on building and fitting canoes, including detailed instructions on constructing a canoe from scratch. The author also shares his knowledge on selecting the right materials, tools, and equipment for a successful canoeing trip. Overall, Canoe Traveling is a valuable resource for anyone interested in canoeing, as well as those who enjoy adventure travel and exploring new places. The book combines personal experience with practical advice, making it an informative and engaging read for both novice and experienced canoeists.1871. The author exhorts the virtues of travel by canoe, describes the history of canoes and recounts his own paddling adventures. He also discusses the particulars of the various methods of construction and fittings of canoes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.