• Popular, proven format: the previous edition (9780897325295) sold more than 3,000 copies, strong numbers for a city-specific title
• Market: More than 18 million people went kayaking and more than 9 million people went canoeing in the US in 2021
• Area offers more than 400 miles of coastline, beautiful sandy beaches, expansive salt marshes, and dozens of protected bays and harbors
• Paddling is a unique way for residents and tourists to experience Long Island and New York City’s natural beauty in places they otherwise might never see
• 50 top paddling trips in rivers, harbors, lakes, and portions of the New York City Water Trail
• Variety of diverse trip options with recommendations for anglers, families, and more
• GPS coordinates to help readers find where they are and where to go
• Essential at-a-glance data including difficulty, distance, and potential hazards
• Engaging yet concise descriptions of each waterway
• Details about Long Island’s geology, weather, history, and wildlife
• Helpful hints on trip planning, as well as safety information and navigational “rules of the road”
• Full-color maps and photos
• Written by a local paddling expert