FalconGuides' state paddling series gives readers a complete resource to the best paddling opportunities on rivers and lakes in their state, with an emphasis on beginner and intermediate paddling adventures. Carefully chosen, each route is within easy driving distance of population centers, providing quick access to wilderness for city residents and visitors alike. Each book features a balance of river and open water trips from across the state for avid paddlers, floaters, and anglers. Bob Frye is the outdoors editor for Pittsburgh’s Tribune-Review and the author of Best Hikes Near Pittsburgh and Best Easy Day Hikes Pittsburgh (FalconGuides).