A Guide to Solo Boating the Colorado River through Grand Canyon

Second, revised edition: This guide is primarily for boaters interested in soloing the Grand Canyon, but its principles apply to all solo whitewater boating, including rafting, kayaking, and canoeing. Only a small fraction of Grand Canyon boaters ever contemplates or actually attempts a solo trip and, unfortunately, there has been no river guide specifically about this endeavor. The Colorado River through Grand Canyon sports world class water, incredible scenery, wonderful (or frightening) isolation, and unique challenges for the solo boater. This guide is designed to assist boaters in preparing for this incredible undertaking. Topics covered include Self-Rescue Rescue Gear and Knowledge Redundancy of gear and supplies Solo Boating Tactics General Preparedness Camping, Cooking, and Packing Each of these topics, and others, address issues specific to whitewater soloing. This river guide for soloists fills an important need.