River Running Author:Verne Huser Long-time expert Verne Huser shares his insights on the nature of rivers -- how they act, why they flood, and what to look for when scouting out rapids, holes, and other obstacles -- and discusses how to choose from the many types of craft, from traditional wooden canoes to inflatable kayaks and catarafts. Also covered are the different m... more »eans of propulsion and the latest in safety equipment. All information is presented in the context of running rivers safely, with as little impact on the river environmental as possible.« less