Great feature. So inspirational. There was a time when people didn't have to have a 'white water canoe'. They just knew how to handle themselves out there.
Reminds me of my first trip down the Alagash with my father when I was 13. Because we took a short course on reading rapids and paddling techniques we were able run the whole river without going over. My cousin and uncle, who didn't take the course, went over 4 or 5 times.
Paul is so good and so young here still.
Great feature. So inspirational. There was a time when people didn't have to have a 'white water canoe'. They just knew how to handle themselves out there.
Only one word describes this:Wholesome. Except for the scene of that beautiful boat floating downstream. I will have nightmares after seeing that.
Great to see this video online in such good quality. Thank you, NFB !
BILL MASON THE KING - MY SHORTFILM 'CANOE TO PARIS' HUGELY INSPIRED BY HIM
How does this not have significantly more likes and comments?
Reminds me of my first trip down the Alagash with my father when I was 13. Because we took a short course on reading rapids and paddling techniques we were able run the whole river without going over. My cousin and uncle, who didn't take the course, went over 4 or 5 times.
"Looks pretty tricky" in this kid's voice is like a canadian "This is heavy, doc"
Awesome compilation
A wonderful video, an awesome father and a fortunate son
Impressive!
Does anyone know what river this is?
What paddling is about...classic
Impressive!
Impressive!