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Path of the Paddle: Doubles Basic

Bill Mason

1977 27 min

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This short film from canoeist Bill Mason demonstrates the basic doubles paddling strokes and how to apply them in various combinations. The application of each stroke in rapids is shown briefly and the emphasis is always on working as a well-coordinated team.

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This short film from canoeist Bill Mason demonstrates the basic doubles paddling strokes and how to apply them in various combinations. The application of each stroke in rapids is shown briefly and the emphasis is always on working as a well-coordinated team.

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Sports and Leisure - Water Sports

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Credits

• director
  Bill Mason
  
• commentary
  Bill Mason
  
• editing
  Bill Mason
  
• producer
  William Brind
  
• executive producer
  Colin Low
  
• camera
  Ken Buck
  
  Blake James
  
• sound
  Bev Davidson
  
• sound editing
  John Knight
  
• re-recording
  Michel Descombes
  
• music
  Larry Crosley
  
• music recording
  Roger Lamoureux
  

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Education

Ages 12 to 17

Physical Education - Fitness
Physical Education - Outdoor Education

Ask each student what their fear would be about canoeing through rapids. Do students agree with Bill Mason about the need for researching and practising a skill in order to be equipped with knowledge and not as afraid? Read more about Bill Mason and his love for canoeing at this website.

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