{"product_id":"whitewater-rescues-by-charlie-walbridge","title":"Whitewater Rescues by Charlie Walbridge","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrue Stories of Survival, Bravery, and Quick Thinking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePraise for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhitewater Rescue\u003c\/em\u003es:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Over my career of taking first responder and rescue classes, some of the most valuable lessons I have learned came from the instructors’ “war stories” that detailed not just the technical information but also the human experience. Very often these tales have been based on situations that did not have desirable outcomes. This collection of success stories is such an interesting learning experience and helps give some insight into the ever-present question ‘What would I do?’ ” —\u003cstrong\u003eMike Mather, ACA Safety \u0026amp; Rescue ITE, Rescue 3 International Instructor Trainer, Higgins \u0026amp; Langley Award Recipient\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“I’ve been reading Charlie’s river accident reports for over 30 years, and his unflinching approach has helped develop my awareness of what goes wrong and why. This new collection provides a delightful counterpoint, offering stories of how quick thinking, strong teamwork, and ingenious solutions prevented the worst from happening. May this book inspire river runners to respond creatively to the inevitable challenges.” —\u003cstrong\u003eTeresa Gryder, ND; safety chair, Lower Columbia Canoe Club (WA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Charlie’s collection of whitewater accidents and successful results is a read worth your time. It underscores clear meaning: that if we don’t understand and analyze the mishaps and mistakes of those who have gone before us, we are most certainly going to repeat those occurrences and, without proper action and quick thinking, suffer the consequences. I believe Charlie has shared paddling experiences to guide us toward safer paddling.” —\u003cstrong\u003eVirgil Chambers, National Safe Boating Council\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“I highly recommend this book for anyone interested in whitewater safety and especially for all paddling instructors.” —\u003cstrong\u003eCharlie Duffy, ACA swiftwater rescue instructo\u003c\/strong\u003er\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Charlie continues his lifelong contribution to whitewater safety with Whitewater Rescues. The book is a pleasant twist on accident prevention and boating safety.” —\u003cstrong\u003eRobert B. Kauffman, PhD; author and boating-safety expert\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"AdventureKeen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44493269500035,"sku":"","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0372\/1245\/5043\/files\/whitewater_rescues_9781634043847_FC.jpg?v=1718743854","url":"https:\/\/blue-mountain-outfitters-llc.myshopify.com\/products\/whitewater-rescues-by-charlie-walbridge","provider":"Blue Mountain Outfitters LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}