Paddling Illinois-Revised: 64 Great Trips by Canoe and Kayak

by Mike Svob

Book Overview

Illinois's terrain is surprisingly varied. Here, you'll find rolling hills, dense woods, tallgrass prairies, rugged cliffs, and bayous reminiscent of Louisiana. And one of the best ways of... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0915024772
• ISBN13: 9780915024773
• Release Date: March 2000
• Publisher: Trails Books
• Length: 153 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.6" x 11.0"

Customer Reviews

Paddling Illinois

This book is very informative. I do have a warning though. On page 44 Canoe Shack is listed as canoe rental. On November 24, 2001 I had scheduled a drop off with this outfitt. Canoe Shack never fullfilled its obligation. No explination was given. Perhaps the author should omit this outfitt in future editions.

really helped me a lot

This is a very useful book. It is easy to read and gets you where you want to be - on the water.Illinois is a lot more fun than people realize.

Highly recommended for all canoeists and kayakers.

A native of Illinois, Mike Svob has canoed the steams of the Midwest for thirty years. In Paddling Illinois he draws upon his experience and expertise in showcasing sixty-four outstanding trips for canoe and kayak. Each trip route features detailed maps showing roads, put-ins and take-outs, significant rapids, mileage, fascinating points of interest, and other useful information. General summaries are provided covering camping opportunities, water levels, shuttle routes, access points, canoe rentals and/or shuttle services. Paddling Illinois is additionally enhanced information on fishing opportunities, river reading and maneuvers, and special safety factors. Highly recommended for both novice and experienced canoeists and kayakers.

An absolute MUST READ for every Illinois canoeist or kayaker

Paddling Illinois is very well orgnized and thoughtfully laid out. It is reminiscent of the classic Wisconsin paddling guide book, "Whitewater/Quietwater" by Bob and Jody Palzer. I am a map nut and love the maps in this book. They are big, uncluttered, and easy to read. This book is chocked full of useful info. Be sure to check out the "Introduction" and "Appendixes". I found myself flipping through the book, reading the side bars that accompany many of the trip descriptions. They're great. If you paddle in Illinois, or plan to paddle here, buy this book. It's the best paddling guide book available for Illinois, and worth every penny!