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Path of the Paddle: Solo Basic

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This short film from canoeist Bill Mason illustrates the joy and poetry of paddling solo. All the basic strokes used to control the canoe are rendered with perfect clarity through animated lines. Part of 'Path of the Paddle: Quiet Water', in Bill Mason's Path of the Paddle Series.

DirectorBill Mason
WriterBill Mason

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Path of the Paddle: Solo Basic isn't on any streaming service in United States right now, but it's available in Canada. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Bill Mason

BMBill Mason
Bill Mason
Himself

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Path of the Paddle: Solo Basic — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Path of the Paddle: Solo Basic?

Path of the Paddle: Solo Basic isn't on any streaming service in United States yet, but it's available in Canada. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Path of the Paddle: Solo Basic on Netflix?

No, Path of the Paddle: Solo Basic is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026.

Is Path of the Paddle: Solo Basic on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Path of the Paddle: Solo Basic isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.

Where can I watch Path of the Paddle: Solo Basic for free?

Path of the Paddle: Solo Basic isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

Is there a sequel to Path of the Paddle: Solo Basic?

Yes — Path of the Paddle: Solo Basic is followed by Path of the Paddle: Doubles Basic (1977) in the Bill Mason's Path of the Paddle Series.

Is there a prequel to Path of the Paddle: Solo Basic?

Path of the Paddle: Solo Basic is the first film in the Bill Mason's Path of the Paddle Series.

Is Path of the Paddle: Solo Basic part of a trilogy?

No — Path of the Paddle: Solo Basic is part of the Bill Mason's Path of the Paddle Series, which has 4 films.

How many movies are in the Bill Mason's Path of the Paddle Series?

There are 4 films in the Bill Mason's Path of the Paddle Series: Path of the Paddle: Solo Basic (1977), Path of the Paddle: Doubles Basic (1977), Path of the Paddle: Solo Whitewater (1977) and Path of the Paddle: Doubles Whitewater (1977).