Books
Paddling the Waters of Vashon Island by Biffle French
Paperback - 215 pages (2008)
Fun tales for the armchair paddler or expert. This is the story of Vashon Island as seen from two feet off the water, written by a kayaker who goes there almost every day. The book is full of delicious little salt water travelogues that will make you feel the real thrill of kayaking the cold waters of Puget Sound. A happy read, full of unexpected delights that will put you in the boat with the paddle in your hand.
The Lewis and Clark Columbia River Water Trail
by Keith G. Hay
Paperback - 264 pages (2004)
The Lewis and Clark Expedition traveled the final 146 miles of their journey to the Pacific Ocean entirely by water. With this authoritative guide, today's water-traveling explorer---or motorist, bicyclist, or hiker---can discover the unique landscapes and history of the Lower Columbia and imagine what the untamed terrain may have looked like during the time of Lewis and Clark. Includes 18 maps.
Watertrail by Joel Rogers
Paperback - 119 pages
Paddle more than 400 miles on the Cascadia Marine Trail with award-winning photographer and author Joel Rogers. Chapters – The Pathways of Kingfishers, From Rain to Resonance, or A GPS for the Soul – trace The Hidden Path through Puget Sound. A must-read for anyone dreaming of kayaking Puget Sound.