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Paddling my own canoe, a solo adventure on the coast of Molokai, Audrey Sutherland ; illustrated by Yoshiko Yamamoto

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Paddling my own canoe

1003797093

Audrey Sutherland ; illustrated by Yoshiko Yamamoto

a solo adventure on the coast of Molokai

"In 1958, while flying from one island to another, Audrey Sutherland sees the remote and roadless northeast side of Molokai, with its spectacular sea cliffs and waterfalls. Always an adventurer, she decides that she must find a way to explore this then inaccessible area. After much study, she determines that the best way for her to navigate these treacherous sea walls is to swim while towing an inflatable kayak. This is the story of fulfilling her dream, of planning then implementing, of launching and advancing, of retreating and reconnoitering, of challenge and success. This is the story of the trip that convinced her that personal growth comes when one goes simple, goes solo, goes now"--, Provided by publisher

The island -- Preparing -- The first swim -- Freeze-dried wine -- The rain fog place -- Wailau Valley -- To Kalaupapa -- The canoe -- Return to Pelekunu -- Alone at the shack -- Pelekunu Plaza -- Paddle on -- Notes. Gear list -- Notes. What every kid should be able to do by age sixteen