{"product_id":"canoeing-louisiana-9781578064267","title":"Canoeing Louisiana","description":"From Bayou Bartholomew in the north to the Atchafalaya Swamp in the south, from the Sabine River in the west to the Pearl River in the east, Louisiana abounds with water to explore. \u003ci\u003eCanoeing Louisiana\u003c\/i\u003e is your guidebook for paddling through a Deep South region that boasts a great variety of waterways. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e The book takes a broad focus, covering the state in a way that anyone--local or visitor, day-floater or wilderness tripper--can enjoy. The book especially highlights waters that are in or near public lands, including wildlife management areas, parks, national forests and national wildlife refuges. In Louisiana there's no shortage of options, from easy day jaunts to semi-wilderness expeditions. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Although there is no whitewater in this bayou state, there is nature galore--a wealth of woods, water, and wildlife. And there's considerable variety: clear sandy streams like Tangipahoa and Whiskey Chitto; vast swamps like Atchafalaya and Honey Island; hill-country bayous like Bodcau and D'Arbonne; gorgeous lakes like Chicot and Bistineau; and sea kayaking destinations such as Grand Isle and Lake Pontchartrain. Paddlers who still want an adrenaline thrill can try finding a way through seemingly endless cypress swamps, dodging cottonmouth snakes, or paddling among alligators. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Author Ernest Herndon has identified more than thirty waterways which meet criteria for good paddling. \u003ci\u003eCanoeing Louisiana\u003c\/i\u003e provides general descriptions and specific information on where to go and what to expect. It also discusses types of boats and gear most suited to Louisiana, as well as techniques for camping, navigation, and fishing. And it explores relevant facets of history, ecology, folklore, and biology since most paddlers want to know more than just the logistics of a paddling destination. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e This is the only comprehensive guidebook about Louisiana's waterways. It will appeal to all those who have an interest in the natural wonders of the Bayou State.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eErnest Herndon\u003c\/b\u003e is author of numerous books, including \u003ci\u003eCanoeing Mississippi\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e, \u003c\/i\u003eand coauthor with Scott B. Williams of \u003ci\u003ePaddling the Pascagoula\u003c\/i\u003e, both published by University Press of Mississippi. He is longtime Outdoors Editor for the McComb, Mississippi, \u003ci\u003eEnterprise-Journal\u003c\/i\u003e; has won dozens of journalism awards; and has been published in a number of magazines.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"University Press of Mississippi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50515825492242,"sku":"9781578064267","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_a1033bdc-1887-45dc-9339-eb84d383ceae.jpg?v=1731012949","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/canoeing-louisiana-9781578064267","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}