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This book is in the same series and is a natural follow-up to the
successful "Climbing Games". With the increase in the use of
climbing walls more people are learning to lead indoors. This tends
to be a more rapid progression than it may be outdoors, and also
allows access to much steeper leading at a lower level of climbing
experience. There is also an expectation that falling off is the
norm, a complete reversal of early stages of leading outdoors on
traditional climbs. Teaching leading indoors should be done
progressively, the aim being to develop the climbing skills needed
very thoroughly. Developing the skills for safe and efficient lead
belaying is equally important. Ian Fenton has been involved in
teaching leading outdoors and on indoor walls for a number of
years. This has also involved evaluating and signing off other
instructors to teach leading, at a number of climbing walls; both
prior to the advent of the Climbing Wall Leading Award (CWLA), and
now as a provider of the CWLA. In the past the teaching of leading
has often been done haphazardly, with limited progression, poor
route choice and inappropriate belaying. With the help of the
exercises in this book it should be possible to design an
appropriate progression to suit any individual, of any age or
ability, who is learning to lead indoors and lead belay.
This guide brings together a selection of the best walks in the
Western Isles. The walks include hill climbs, moorland tracks, and
shoreline walks.
The 40 routes in this guidebook offer some of the best trail
running, fell running and sky running routes in the Lake District
National Park, one of the world's great mountain running regions.
Each route has been carefully graded to indicate terrain and
difficulty so that the runner can select a route that suits their
ability or aspirations for the day. Routes range from 5 miles to 21
miles, and include classics such as the Helvellyn skyline, Langdale
Horseshoe, Borrowdale and Scafell Pike direct. Detailed route
descriptions and OS map extracts accompany each route, along with
key facts, including distance, ascent, descent, timings, maps,
transport and parking. There is a useful introduction explaining
the history of trail and fell running in the Lake District, along
with advice about the best bases for a trail running holiday,
equipment and adapting to running off road. There is a rich history
of mountain running in the UK, and for many the Lake District is
the spiritual home of fell running. Whether you want to follow the
course of some of the classic fell races, or explore some of the
quieter corners of the national park, the aim of this book is to
inspire you to enjoy this thrilling sport in one of its greatest
playgrounds.
More and more people around the world are discovering how great
climbing is, both indoors and outdoors. The Climbing Bible by
internationally renowned climbers and coaches Martin Mobråten and
Stian Christophersen is a comprehensive guide to help you train
effectively to become a better climber. The authors have been
climbing coaches for a number of years. Based on their own
extensive experience and research, this book collates the best
European training techniques into one book with information on how
to specifically train for the technical, physical and mental
performance factors in climbing – including endurance, power,
motivation, fear of falling, and much more. It also deals with
tactics, fingerboarding and finger strength, general training and
injury prevention, injuries related to climbing, and training
plans. It is illustrated with 400 technique and action photos, and
features stories from top climbers as well as a foreword by climber
and bestselling author Jo Nesbø. The Climbing Bible will help and
motivate you to improve and develop as a climber and find even more
joy in this fantastic sport.
This fourth edition of Best Easy Day Hikes Olympic National Park
features concise descriptions and easy-to-follow maps for
thirty-one short, manageable hikes. Veteran author and hiker Erik
Molvar describes the best routes for those who have limited time or
abilities, without missing out on the area's scenic splendors:
majestic spires, Pacific coast beaches, and a rare temperate rain
forest ecosystem. Look inside for: Half-hour strolls to full-day
adventures Hikes for everyone, including families Hikes ranked from
easiest to most challenging Easy-to-use trail maps GPS coordinates
This attractive and cleverly structured guidebook gives dog walkers
access to the finest dog walks in the Lake District. The cafes and
tea rooms have been chosen on the basis that dogs are allowed
inside thus ensuring the enjoyment of both dog and owner, whatever
the weather. With clear information, an introduction for each walk,
and simple, easy-to-read maps, this beautiful book will appeal to
all who want to venture out into the countryside with their dogs.
The walks are for all levels of fitness and abilities and having no
stiles ensures a hassle free walk for both dog and owner. Areas
included are: Keswick, Glenridding, Pooley Bridge, Grasmere,
Hawkshead, Coniston, Ambleside, and Windermere. Both authors are
experienced walkers, qualified in mountain leadership and
countryside management.With clear information, an introduction for
each walk, and simple, easy-to-read maps, this beautiful book will
appeal to all who want to venture out into the countryside with
their dogs. The walks are for all levels of fitness and abilities
and having no stiles ensures a hassle free walk for both dog and
owner. Areas included are: Keswick, Glenridding, Pooley Bridge,
Grasmere, Hawkshead, Coniston, Ambleside, and Windermere. Both
authors are experienced walkers, qualified in mountain leadership
and countryside management.
The Army version "Map Reading and Land Navigation" is the simplest
and most straightforward explanation of how to get around with just
a compass and a map. This guide is perfect for any outdoorsman or
for teaching Boy Scouts how to use a compass.
American Brad Washburn's impact on his proteges and imitators
was as profound as that of any other adventurer in the twentieth
century. Unquestionably regarded as the greatest mountaineer in
Alaskan history and as one of the finest mountain photographers of
all time, Washburn transformed American attitudes toward wilderness
and revolutionized the art of mountaineering and exploration in the
great ranges. In The Last of His Kind, National Geographic
Adventure contributing editor David Roberts goes beyond
conventional biography to reveal the essence of this man through
the prism of his extraordinary exploits from New England to
Chamonix, and from the Himalayas to the Yukon. An exciting
narrative of mountain climbing in the twentieth century, The Last
of His Kind brings into focus Washburn's deeds in the context of
the history of mountaineering, and provides a fascinating look at
an amazing culture and the influential icon who shaped it.
Quite simply La Gomera and El Hierro Tour & Trail Maps are the
most detailed, accurate, toughest, easy to read, large scale maps
of La Gomera and El Hierro that you can buy. Our map sheet is 840mm
by 680mm. On the cover side you get the latest 35k scale 8th
edition La Gomera Tour & Trail Map by David Brawn. On the
reverse side is our 35k scale 1st edition El Hierro Tour &
Trail Map by Jan Kostura. Both maps are produced to our 'Tour &
Trail' level of detail ranging from major roads to secondary roads
to minor roads to streets and camino rural narrow country roads,
plus dirt roads and walking trails. Walking trails are specially
highlighted, GR (Gran Recorido trails in green) and Walk La Gomera
(in red), making them easier to identify on the maps and easier to
find on the ground. Altitude background colouring is designed to
clearly show the altitude range when traveling across each island
by car or on foot. 100 metre and 50 metre contours, 100m and 20m on
El Hierro, are clearly shown on the map along with a large number
of individual height points and all of the official 'Trig' points.
Tour & Trail attention to detail is legendary as is our useful
symbol range including miradors, picnic areas, petrol stations,
bar/restaurants and parking areas where you can pull off the road
safely.You will easily identify springs, caves, sports grounds,
cemeterys, churchs, chapels, lighthouses, towers and forts, camping
areas, wind turbines, hotels and those all important information
offices. For adventurers on foot Tour & Trail Maps are
researched and designed by hikers for use by hikers. Our
comprehensive gps ground surveys produce the best road mapping
available but the value of this on the ground research becomes even
more important when you leave the tarmac. Digital editions of these
maps are available for the Viewranger and LocusMap apps, plus
Custom Map versions for Garmin mapping gps units are available as a
digital zip file download from Discovery Walking Guides. These
Super-Durable Maps are printed using UV cured inks printed onto a
100 micron plastic substrate. This produces a Super-Durable map
sheet that feels like silk but will stand up to the roughest
treatment of outdoor adventuring and yet fold up like new at the
end of your adventure. DWG's special concertina map fold means your
map is easy to unfold, and easy to fold back to its folded pocket
size. Super-Durable Maps come with a 2 year adventurous use wear
and tear guarantee, see Discovery Walking Guides website for
details. For your best adventures, choose the best map.
Immerse yourself in the rich sights, sounds, and smells of big game
hunting in "Alaskan Sunrise to African Sunset," a rollicking tale
of one man's hunting adventures in the great outdoors. With
stunning detail and a flair for storytelling, Glenn T. Bingham
shares his thirty-year journey from his humble beginnings hunting
small game and deer in upstate New York to escapades throughout the
lower 48 states, Canada, Alaska, and Africa. Follow Bingham as he
hunts whitetails in the great white north, stalks mule deer in the
Rocky Mountains, climbs above the Arctic Circle for dall sheep, and
tracks cape buffalo into the tall grass of Zimbabwe. Along the way
he recreates the beauty of nature, lessons learned (sometimes the
hard way), and the satisfaction of success. Containing more than
fifty pictures, this engrossing account presents an exciting, often
humorous look at Bingham's experiences in some of the most remote
places on the planet. Experience the thrill of the hunt with
"Alaskan Sunrise to African Sunset"
The first of two books, which are the only guides to cover walking
in and around Scotland's countryside parks. Volume 1 "West"
describes 60 varied walks of 2 to 7 miles in countryside parks
mostly accessible by public transport and close to urban centres
such as Glasgow, Cumbernauld, East Kilbride, Hamilton, Motherwell,
Airdrie, Paisley, Greenock, Ayr, Kilmarnock, Dumfries and Stirling.
Among the parks included in this guide are Pollok, Dams to Darnley,
Calderglen, Chatelherault, Strathclyde, Drumpellier, Cathkin Braes,
Gleniffer Braes, Finlaystone, Clyde Muirshiel, Kelburn Castle,
Castle Semple, Dean Castle, Eglinton Castle, Culzean Castle,
Brodick Castle, Balloch Castle, Mugdock, Balloch Castle,
Palacerigg, Plean, Gartmorn Dam, Drumlanrig Castle and Threave
Estate. Many of the country parks, country estates and regional
parks covered in the book have other visitor attractions including
castles, stately homes, gardens, art work collections, museums,
galleries, shops and cafes. Some have adventure playgrounds as well
as sporting opportunities such as golf, mountain biking,
orienteering, sailing and canoeing. The book contains detailed
notes on the parks and their facilities, including weblinks and
public transport options for visitors. This is an invaluable guide
that will appeal to a wide range of walkers, from those looking for
family outings to casual visitors and tourists, as well as others
interested in exploring their local environment and people seeking
evening or weekend walks close to home. Mica guidebooks have a
growing reputation for thoughtfully designed, highly illustrated
guidebooks with detailed maps and concise descriptions. As both a
writer and photographer, Tom Prentice has worked extensively in
books, newspapers and magazines, specialising in outdoor
activities. Known for his regular walks column in The Herald
national newspaper, Tom also manages the publication of the
Scottish Mountaineering Club's popular walking and climbing
guidebooks. This is the author's third book for Mica Publishing,
the others being his successful two volume series covering 120
walks in the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park.
Idaho is truly one of the last frontiers in the United States. With
more actual wilderness than any other state in the union, save
Alaska, Idaho offers the unique opportunity to see the North
American continent as it once - Wild and mysterious. Hiking Idaho
introduces you to the wonders of Idaho's spectacular backcountry -
the hard, pink granite of the Sawtooth Mountains, beloved by
climbers; the popular and very accessible Iron Bog and Fishpole
Lakes; the Big Horn Crags in the Frank Church River of No Return
Wilderness, the largest wild tract in the lower 48 states; and
less-explored pockets. In Hiking Idaho, you'll find outings suited
to hikers of all levels of experience, ability, and persuasion,
taking you to lush rain forests, quiet meadows, and colorful
canyons. Seasoned Idaho outdoor enthusiasts describe 100 of their
favorite hikes, with the help of photos and maps. The book also
presents the latest available information on changes in the land,
due to weather-related damage, wildfires, or trail reconstruction.
With all that, Hiking Idaho is a valuable source worth much more
than its weight. Save a space in your pack, easy to get to, for
Hiking Idaho.
"When we can't see what God is doing in us, it is usually because
we can't see past what we are trying to do for ourselves."
Tormented by a childhood of which he has almost no memories,
author W. R. Bennett strives toward a meaningful purpose in his
life by attempting to align his strong will with God's will.
By supplementing his poor memory with years of writing poetry
and exploring detailed notes from his running records, Bennett is
finally able to decipher the reason for his insatiable hunger and
addictive nature. He first recognizes his own behavior in the
actions of his youngest grandson, but is clueless to its meaning
until he begins a two-year writing odyssey. Slowly, he sees beyond
the foolishness of his ways, hidden during fifty years as an addict
in the prayer closet. When he finally steps into the light, Bennett
can see the remarkable treasures from God previously obscured by
his own shadow.
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