Cruising America's Waterways: The Erie Canal
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Book Description
Focusing on the joys of traveling the canals of New York State and the famous Erie Canal, this accessible guide addresses the practical aspects of navigating canals. Featuring 225 color photographs that showcase the waterways in all four seasons accompanied by informative text, it presents the canal system's evolution from an industrial transportation route to an exciting recreational waterway. Addressed are suggestions for taking full advantage of the canals when cruising on them; information on the mechanics of their unique locks, guard gates, and dams; and ideas for enjoying the cultural, recreational, and scenic opportunities along their routes.
From the Publisher
Debbie Daino Stack is Project Coordinator for PBS's award-winning series, Cruising America's Waterways. For nine years she was Program Coordinator for the Erie Canal Museum in Syracuse, New York, where she edited the book, Always Know Your Pal: Children on the Erie Canal. She has written many articles focused on the Canal, and women's history. Debbie is also President of Syracuse Scenic Tours, and the proud mother of two grown children.
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