Paddling My Own Canoe

A Solo Adventure On the Coast of Molokai

By: Audrey Sutherland

Narrated by: Mapuana Makia

A Book for Connoisseurs of Wild Places of the EarthAn Epic Memoir of an Intrepid Solo Adventurer, a Woman Who Lived by the Philosophy "Go Simple, Go Solo, Go Now"

Go Simple, Go Solo, Go Now

In 1958, while flying from one island to another, Audrey Sutherland sees the remote and roadless northeast side of Molokai, with its spectacular sea cliffs and waterfalls. Always an adventurer, she decides that she must find a way to explore this then inaccessible area. After much study, she determines that the best way for her to navigate these treacherous sea walls is to swim while towing an inflatable kayak. This is the story of fulfilling her dream, of planning then implementing, of launching and advancing, of retreating and reconnoitering, of challenge and success. This is the story of the trip that convinced her that personal growth comes when one goes simple, goes solo, goes now.

Adventures, Independence and Competence on Steroids

Any woman who has paddled, swam, sailed, hiked, camped, and had adventures will recall their young self and their own past adventures, appreciate hers, and dream about new ones.

Female power!

Loved the story of a woman (and mom!) taking time for herself doing challenging things that fulfilled her. Audrey Sutherland did a beautiful job describing her experiences and challenges.