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Books > Sport & Leisure > Sports & outdoor recreation > Active outdoor pursuits
Outward Bound Canoeing Handbook is a handy, illustrated resource on
the fundamentals of canoeing, including solid, sound instruction on
all aspects of canoeing, from types of canoes to equipment choices,
paddle and on-the-water techniques, safety tips, and more. In
partnership with outdoor leader Outward Bound, this book combines
expert instruction with practical tips to ensure a fun and a
satisfying canoe trip for your next outdoor adventure. About
Outward Bound: Outward Bound is the premier provider of
experience-based outdoor leadership programs for teens, adults and
professionals. Outward Bound is a non-profit educational
organization and expedition school that serves people of all ages
and backgrounds through active learning expeditions that inspire
character development, self-discovery and service both in and out
of the classroom. Outward Bound excels in curricula developed for
struggling teens, groups with specific health, social or
educational needs and business and professional organizations.
"Day Walks in the North York Moors" is the sixth title in
Vertebrate Publishing's series of compact and portable hill walking
guidebooks. This book showcases 20 circular routes, between 6 and
14 miles (9km and 22km) in length, suitable for hill walkers of all
abilities. The routes are split into three areas - The Cleveland
Hills, Central Moors and Coastal Walks - and include walks to the
most historic and beautiful areas of the Moors, including Lord
Stones, Wainstones and Clay Bank, Rievaulx Abbey, Blakey Ridge and
Farndale, the Hole of Horcum, and the stunning coastline at Robin
Hood's Bay and Ravenscar. The author of this guidebook, Tony
Harker, is a Moors local and keen hill walker. This is Tony's
second book with Vertebrate Publishing, following the successful
and popular "North York Moors Mountain Biking". Each route in this
guide is described with easy-to-follow directions and details of
distance, navigation information, refreshment stops and is plotted
on clear and easy to use Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 mapping. Also
included is a detailed Appendix. Vertebrate Publishing is dedicated
to producing the very best outdoor leisure titles.We have
award-winning and bestselling titles covering a range of
activities, including; mountain biking, cycling, rock climbing,
hill walking and others. We are best known for our own titles such
as "Lake District Mountain Biking", "Dark Peak Mountain Biking" and
"Revelations", the award-winning autobiography of rock climber
Jerry Moffatt.
Handy little full colour map of Cairngorms National Park. Detailed
mapping and visitor information to the National Park along with a
selection of photographs. Map at a scale of 1:182,000 (2.9 miles to
1 inch or 1.82 km to 1cm). The perfect way to explore this
beautiful area in Scotland. This small map gives a great overview
of the Cairngorms National Park. Clear, detailed mapping Key park,
tourist and travel information Ideal for planning visits to the
National Park Index to help locate and plan your trip
This is the ultimate guide to survival in the wilderness, in the
city, on public transport, in cars and in the home. The tactics,
skills and tricks of the trade taught in this practical survivors'
manual could save your life. Written by survival experts, the first
section covers bushcraft techniques for every climate and terrain:
how to find food and water, build a shelter, navigate and make a
fire. The second section helps you ensure personal safety when the
everyday becomes life-threatening, including hostage situations,
counter terrorism, self-defence, road rage, fires and accidents.
With over 1100 images and 80 training projects, this manual will
enhance your survival instinct, improve risk awareness and help to
keep you alive in extreme circumstances.
Explore new places with dependable maps from Collins. As the
largest city in Scotland, Glasgow is a vibrant and bustling hub,
enjoyed by thousands of visitors each year. This updated map
displays delightful water-colour mapping, and includes individual
illustrations of all the main sights and landmarks in the city.
Covers the centre of Glasgow from the Botanic Gardens in the north
and the Riverside Museum to the west to the 12th century Cathedral
and the gritty Barras Market to the east. Further mapping stretches
southwest to Pollok Park and the newly refurbished Burrell
Collection. The map features: Historical and contemporary anecdotes
Popular areas at larger scale, hundreds of shops, restaurants,
cafes and bars Comprehensive travel information and index
Shop-by-shop street maps of Buchanan Street and the Merchant City
Railway stations, bus routes, taxi ranks and car parks Beautiful
illustrations of Glasgow's top sights The perfect companion or
souvenir for visitors too Glasgow.
Short, to-the-point, and humorously illustrated by famed outdoor
illustrator Mike Clelland, this book presents everything hikers and
backpackers need to be safe, comfortable, and well fed while
carrying a very small and lightweight pack.
Motorboating Start to Finish is the perfect book for you if you are
new to motorboating and need to learn the basics, or if you are
experienced, but wish to broaden your skills and develop your
techniques. This easy-to-follow, step-by-step guide takes you
through the basic principles, preparing to go to sea, your first
voyage and safety at sea. It includes advice on choosing and buying
a motorboat, essential equipment, boat handling, tides, weather and
navigation, all taken from courses delivered by the UK's biggest
sailing school, the UKSA. This book is accessible to all levels,
giving those new to motorboating straightforward advice, and
showing experienced powerboaters how to take the sport to the next
level with professional tips that will help improve speed, skill,
safety and enjoyment. It is a complete reference for every level of
tender, RIB, fishing boat, motor cruiser or sportsboat driver. This
book is packed with hundreds of illustrations and photographs, and
is a great way to learn, develop and refresh your powerboating
skills.
Forget hurrying. Forget putting your foot down and racing through
sweeping bends. Forget the understeer (whatever that is). Forget
the blur of a life lived too fast. This is a look at taking life
slowly. It's about taking the time to enjoy journeys and places for
their own sake. It's about stopping and putting the kettle on.
Stopping to take a picture. Stopping to enjoy stopping. How are you
going to do it? In a camper van or a motorhome, of course. In this
book we define the best driving routes around Ireland for camper
vans and motorhomes. We show you the coolest places to stay, what
to see, what to do and explain why it's special. We meander around
Ireland on the most breathtaking roads, chugging up mountain passes
and pootling along the coast. We show you stuff that's fun; often
free. We include the best drives for different kinds of drivers;
for surfers, wildlife watchers, climbers and walkers. We include
the steepest, the bendiest, the scariest and most interesting. And
you don't even have to own a camper van or motorhome - we'll tell
you the many places you can rent one to take you on the journey.
All of this is interspersed with beautiful photos, handy maps and
quirky travel writing from the king of camper vans and motorhomes,
Martin Dorey. So if all you want to do is flick through it on a
cold day and plan your next outing, you'll be transported (albeit
slowly) to pastures, beaches, mountains and highways that make you
want to turn the key and go, go, go!
When Jon Krakauer reached the summit of Mt. Everest in the early
afternoon of May 10, 1996, he hadn't slept in fifty-seven hours and
was reeling from the brain-altering effects of oxygen depletion. As
he turned to begin his long, dangerous descent from 29,028 feet,
twenty other climbers were still pushing doggedly toward the top.
No one had noticed that the sky had begun to fill with clouds. Six
hours later and 3,000 feet lower, in 70-knot winds and blinding
snow, Krakauer collapsed in his tent, freezing, hallucinating from
exhaustion and hypoxia, but safe. The following morning, he learned
that six of his fellow climbers hadn't made it back to their camp
and were desperately struggling for their lives. When the storm
finally passed, five of them would be dead, and the sixth so
horribly frostbitten that his right hand would have to be
amputated.
Into Thin Air is the definitive account of the deadliest season in
the history of Everest by the acclaimed journalist and author of
the bestseller Into the Wild. On assignment for Outside Magazine to
report on the growing commercialization of the mountain, Krakauer,
an accomplished climber, went to the Himalayas as a client of Rob
Hall, the most respected high-altitude guide in the world. A rangy,
thirty-five-year-old New Zealander, Hall had summited Everest four
times between 1990 and 1995 and had led thirty-nine climbers to the
top. Ascending the mountain in close proximity to Hall's team was a
guided expedition led by Scott Fischer, a forty-year-old American
with legendary strength and drive who had climbed the peak without
supplemental oxygen in 1994. But neither Hall nor Fischer survived
the rogue storm that struck in May 1996.
Krakauer examines what it is about Everest that has compelled so
many people -- including himself -- to throw caution to the wind,
ignore the concerns of loved ones, and willingly subject themselves
to such risk, hardship, and expense. Written with emotional clarity
and supported by his unimpeachable reporting, Krakauer's eyewitness
account of what happened on the roof of the world is a singular
achievement.
Into the Wild is available on audio, read by actor Campbell Scott.
"From the Hardcover edition."
OS Explorer is the Ordnance Survey's most detailed map and is
recommended for anyone enjoying outdoor activities like walking,
horse riding and off-road cycling. The OS Explorer range now
includes a digital version of the paper map, accessed through the
OS smartphone app, OS Maps. Providing complete GB coverage the
series details essential information such as youth hostels, pubs
and visitor information as well as rights of way, permissive paths
and bridleways.
Experience the natural wonder and rich culture of a country unlike
any other with Moon Japan. Inside you'll find: * Flexible
itineraries including a two week 'Best of Japan' and a week in and
around Tokyo * The top sights and unique experiences: Wander the
shrines and temples of Ueno-koen park and stop in Tokyo National
Museum for world-renowned Japanese art. Learn about samurai
heritage in Sanmachi Suji or zazen meditation at the Buddhist
temples of Kyoto, and get an unforgettable lesson in 20th century
history at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park * Outdoor adventures: Hike
the trails of Mt. Fuji or the river-filled valley of Kamikochi and
relax in a communal onsen hot spring. Ski or snowboard at a
world-class resort, surf in the Pacific off the coast of Shikoku,
or dive along the coral reefs of Okinawa * The best local flavors:
Feast on ramen or an elaborate spread of sushi, sample fresh
seafood at the world's largest fish market in Tokyo, and drink your
way through the famed beer scene in Sapporo * Honest insight from
American expat and longtime Tokyo local Jonathan DeHart *
Full-color, vibrant photos throughout * Detailed maps and useful
tips for navigating public transportation * Focused coverage of
Tokyo, Mt. Fuji, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Kansai, Hiroshima and Miyajima,
Okinawa, Tohoku and Hokkaido, Shikoku and Kyushu, and more *
Helpful resources on Covid-19 and traveling to Japan * Thorough
background information on the landscape, wildlife, history,
government, and culture * Handy tools including health and safety
tips, customs and conduct, and information for LGBTQ, female, and
senior travelers, as well as families and travelers with
disabilities With Moon's practical advice and insider tips, you can
experience the best of Japan. Just exploring the major cities?
Check out Moon Tokyo, Kyoto & Hiroshima. About Moon Travel
Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active,
and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor
recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon
Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great
stories to tell-and they can't wait to share their favorite places
with you. For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.
Much of central Dartmoor is an uninhabited wilderness almost free
of villages, farms, trees and roads making it outstanding
environmental value. From this mass rise Dartmoor's rivers,
including the Lyd, Tavy, East and West Dart, Bovey, Teign, Taw and
Okement, nearly all of which flow southwards to the English
Channel. The large numbers of tors that dominate Dartmoor are the
remnants of hard masses of granite, drastically reduced in size and
moulded into their present shapes by millions of years of
weatherings. Bowerman's Nose, Hound Tor and Haytor Rocks are famous
examples included on these walks.
These attractive and cleverly structured guides will give walkers
ten of the best short circular walks along the 870-mile long Wales
Coast Path. With clear information, an overview and introduction
for each walk, expertly written numbered directions, large scale
Ordnance Survey maps, and interpretation of points of interest
along the way, these guides excel in clarity and ease-of-use.
Featured pub walks in the North Wales section of the Wales Coast
Path include: Erskine Arms, Conwy; Ship Inn, Red Wharf Bay; White
Eagle, Rhoscolyn; Oystercatcher, Rhosneigr; Ty Coch, Porthdinllaen;
TY Newydd, Aberdaron; Sun Inn, Llanengan; and Yr Awstralia,
Porthmadog.
'All I wanted to do was go to sleep. And I was certain that if I
did drift off, it would be for the last time.' In 1998, Paul
Pritchard was struck on the head by a falling rock as he climbed a
sea stack in Tasmania called the Totem Pole. Close to death,
waiting for hours for rescue, Pritchard kept himself going with a
promise that given the chance, he would 'at least attempt to live'.
Left hemiplegic by his injury, Pritchard has spent the last two
decades attempting to live, taking on adventures that seemed
impossible for someone so badly injured while plumbing the depths
of a mind almost snuffed out by his passion for climbing. Not
content to simply survive, Pritchard finds ways to return to his
old life, cycling across Tibet and expanding his mind on gruelling
meditation courses, revisiting the past and understanding his
compulsion for risk. Finally, he returns to climb the Totem Pole,
the place where his life was almost extinguished. The Mountain Path
is an adventure book like no other, an exploration of a healing
brain, a journey into philosophy and psychology, a test of will and
a triumph of hope.
All the techniques you need to become an expert navigator. The
Ultimate Navigation Manual is a unique guide to finding your way on
land - from the basic principles right up to the advanced
technology of GPS. Designed to allow even the absolute beginner to
find their way anywhere in the world, it also develops a unique
confidence in navigation - with or without technical aids. With a
preface by Sir Ranulph Fiennes, contents will also include:
Environmental clues - Using the natural environment to navigate
Maps - An introduction to the different types of maps The Compass
and North - How compasses work, how to use them and how to choose
the right one Map and Compass Navigation - twenty-five
easy-to-learn skills are described Relocation Procedures - What to
do when lost, dealing with well-known relocation procedures and
some ground-breaking new ones Stellar Navigation - Simple methods
that are easy to learn GNSS (GPS) Navigation - Why Global Satellite
Navigation Systems are the most significant advance in navigation
since the invention of the magnetic compass; details all of the
systems now available, including the American GPS Specialist
environments and equipment - Which techniques are best, where and
how to use them in environments such as the Arctic, coastal areas,
desert regions, jungles or forests, mountains and urban areas
Written by one of the world's leading search and rescue consultants
and highly illustrated with specially commissioned photographs
designed to emphasise navigation problems - this is the ultimate
guide to not losing your way.
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