River Rescue has been the authoritative reference for canoe, kayak, and raft — from beginner self-rescue to big river teamwork — since 1985.

The 4th edition is bigger and better than ever, with 292 fact-filled pages, 106 illustrations, and 144 photographs. Featured are new photos and first-hand accounts of rescues; expanded material on big-water rescue — new gear and methods; self-rescue and rescue of others by hand, boat, rope, and other ways; tools and techniques — rope work, throw bags, boat handling, high- and low-tech gear to use when seconds count; rescue organization — leadership, teamwork, patient care, evacuation, and more.