Paddle Eastern Australia: Victor and the Murray River

Fine. Describes over 70 rivers, 90 lakes and a range of creeks, inlets and coastal venues. Includes info on nearby features, access points, river gradings and general localities plus camping options.

Paddle Eastern Australia: Victoria & The Murray River has been based on a series of earlier books written by the same authors – The Rivers and Lakes of Victoria: A Canoeing and Camping Guide (three editions). This thoroughly revised and updated book has plenty to offer anyone interested in canoeing, kayaking, rafting, waterside camping and any associated water based activity. pp. 176 illusts #0121

Paddle Eastern Australia: Victoria & The Murray River describes more than 70 rivers (including estuaries) and 90 lakes, as well as a range of creeks, inlets and coastal venues. It also includes information on general localities, access points, river gradings, the major features of each locality and camping options at each locality.

The descriptions are accompanied by sketch maps and photographs. The Paddle Smart – Paddle Safe section provides invaluable information, insights and hints for safe, enjoyable paddling. A comprehensive table of contents and an index ensures ease of use.

This book will appeal to a range of people, the hands-on paddler, whether a beginner at the sport or with plenty of experience, the recreational ‘occasional’ paddler, the outdoor education professional and the ‘armchair’ paddler who doesn’t want to get wet!

Chris and Yvonne McLaughlin’s writings and photographs on paddling and associated activities have been published in guide books, magazines, newspapers and on a postage stamp. Based in Melbourne they regularly paddle a variety of rivers, lakes and estuaries throughout Australia.