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This guide offers 40 walking routes on the Uists and Barra - a
unique 100km cluster of islands in Scotland's Outer Hebrides. The
walks are varied and graded, from short, flat beach walks beside
crystal clear waters to long excursions across wild mountainous
terrain, the routes visit all the major islands from Berneray to
Vatersay but also those smaller and offshore such as Eriskay and
Mingulay. Routes are described in four sections, by area, and
illustrated with vivid colour photographs and OS mapping. Walking
across these landscapes, especially the hill country, gives a sense
of remoteness and peaceful solitude that cannot be found in the
mainland's National Parks or on the Munros busy with peak baggers.
Despite a relatively narrow area, Uist and Barra's diverse islands
offer a contrasting walking terrain and many ancient historic sites
such as chambered cairns and standing stones as well as lots of
local wildlife. Upland areas are home to red deer and golden and
white-tailed eagles, while along the coast grey seals are common
and thousands of birds set up their breeding grounds in the
machair. Daily flights between Glasgow and Benbecula as well as the
ferry network mean that all of the islands are readily accessible.
"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.
The Scratch Off Adrenaline Junkie map is the perfect gift for all
kind of thrill-seekers. Do you constantly crave living life on the
edge or know someone who is a complete adventure addict? This
colourful map details a stunning range of extreme sports
activities, adrenaline-fuelled challenges and some quirky, yet fun
bucket list items you will definitely want to scratch off. Simply
grab a coin, and when you've completed your own personal adventure,
scratch it off the map and move on to the next one. Skill is not a
barrier as we've got everything from skydiving to cheese rolling
and many activities in between.
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The Trail
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Ethan Gallogly; Illustrated by Jeremy Ashcroft; Cover design or artwork by Faith Rumm
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This guidebook describes the GR221, a 140km (87 mile) long-distance
trail through northwestern Mallorca, from Port d'Andratx to
Pollenca. Also known as the 'Ruta de Pedra en Sec' ('the Drystone
Route'), the GR221 is a celebration of Mallorca's limestone
heritage, taking in many historic drystone structures as it
traverses the rocky peaks of the Serra de Tramuntana. Following old
stone-paved paths and mule trails, it showcases the region's
beautiful landscape of mountains, forests and cultivated terraces,
as well as its spectacular coastline. The GR221 can be walked in
1-2 weeks, although the guide also covers 3 alternative
start-points and 3 alternative finishes, which would allow for a
shorter trek. The main route is presented in 10 stages of
8.5-20.5km (5-13 miles), with a handful of optional detours to bag
neighbouring summits. Detailed route description is accompanied by
1:25,000 mapping and inspirational photography, plus a wealth of
information on local points of interest. Accommodation and travel
are also thoroughly covered: the trail boasts good transport links
and plentiful facilities on route, with accommodation in welcoming
mountain villages and the occasional 'refugi'. A comprehensive
introduction offers the opportunity to discover more about the
region's diverse plants and wildlife and unique history and
culture, and an English-Spanish-Catalan glossary can be found in
the appendix. With a favourable climate and stunning scenery, the
Serra de Tramuntana has much to tempt the walker. The GR221
Drystone Route represents an ideal way to explore this fascinating
World Heritage Site.
This is the first fully dedicated bouldering guide to the whole of
the North York Moors and its east coast. 384 pages covering 41
venues with over 2000 problems, from font 1 to 8b+, there are
problems to suit all abilities. The guide is packed full of colour
photos and topos to showcase this secret and stunning landscape.
The guide contains established popular venues in the west, with the
inclusion of more remote secluded hidden valleys. There are venues
deep in the heart of the Moors, where sheep roam free on the purple
blanket of heather that leads to an abundance of blocks and crags
looking out on the green valleys below. The eastern areas reveal a
journey back in time to a world of steam trains and ancient wooded
boulders. Coastal bouldering beside clear blue seas is found along
the stunning Jurassic landscape.The North York Moors has a many
tales to tell of dreamers, explorers and smugglers. This guide
hopes to capture the spirit of this beautiful historic area.
Raad ny Foillan (The Way of the Gull) is a 98 mile footpath around
the Isle of Man. The route description is set out as a circuit and
split into stages, with the longest walk being 15.5 miles and the
shortest being 7 miles. Any fast walkers may wish to complete two
stages per day, while those progressing at a more leisurely pace
may decide to amble along and take in the splendid attractions
along the way. Two further walks described in this guidebook, the
23 mile Millennium Way, which follows the ancient route of the
kings, from Ramsey to Castletown, and the 14 mile Herring Way,
which takes a more traditional route from Peel to Castletown. Both
these routes cross the hills of the island's interior and can be
combined to make an interesting longer walk.
The Yorkshire Dales combine a wild limestone landscape of high
rolling moorland gouged by dramatic caves and cascading waterfalls
with peaceful farmland carpeted in wildflowers and dotted with
ruined abbeys, ancient stone walls and barns, and timeless villages
waiting to be discovered.The 40 moderate walks in this collection
from award winning publisher Pocket Mountains highlight the very
best the area has to offer and include adventures in Wharfedale,
Malhamdale, Nidderdale, Ribblesdale, Wensleydale, Swaledale and
Dentdale. Many routes make use of sections of established
long-distance trails such as the Pennine Way and the Dales Way.
This guidebook describes the Camino del Norte and Camino Primitivo
pilgrim routes to Santiago de Compostela in northwest Spain. The
820km Camino del Norte follows the coast from Irun, on the French
border, through Bilbao and takes about 5 weeks to complete. The
355km Camino Primitivo splits off from the Camino del Norte near
Villaviciosa and passes through Oviedo and Lugo en route to
Compostela. It takes roughly 2 weeks to walk. This book also
includes an overview of a continuation route from Santiago to
Finisterre on the coast. Physically demanding, but not difficult,
the caminos are best walked from late spring to autumn. The
guidebook is broken into stages of between 15 and 35km, most of
which end in a town or village with a pilgrim albergue. There is
indispensable information on facilities, food and lodging,
1:100,000 scale maps of the route and town maps for key locations.
With notes on preparation and planning, travel and equipment, a
list of useful sources of information, and a glossary, the book
provides all you need to know to walk the camino. Santiago de
Compostela, whose cathedral houses the relics of St James, was one
of three major centres of Catholic pilgrimage in the Middle Ages.
In modern times the Caminos de Santiago have seen a resurgence in
popularity, drawing walkers for all sorts of reasons. Passing
through the Spanish regions of the Basque Country, Cantabria,
Asturias, and Galicia, the northern caminos are popular enough to
offer sufficient facilities, clear routes, and a community of
pilgrims, without suffering the overcrowding of the Camino Frances.
AN INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES AND NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER 'As the title
suggests, Waypoints is a rewarding mix of markers, both personal as
he reflects on his life and geographical as he leads the reader
along the West Highland Way' - The Scotsman 'A deeply personal and
warmly entertaining memoir that fans of Sam - and Scotland - will
have a joyful time devouring' - Heat 'From both his walk and his
career, the common lesson is the power of persistence.' - The Times
'A pleasure for fans of the author, whisky, and Scotland.' - Kirkus
'Waypoints is a memoir with a difference! I wanted to tell the
stories and share the experiences that have shaped me, but to do
that I needed to challenge myself and spend some time in my own
company, away from the distractions of everyday life. And for me
there's no better place to reflect than in the wild Scottish
Highlands.' In this journey of self-discovery, Sam Heughan sets out
along the West Highland Way to explore his heritage and reflect on
the personal waypoints that define him. The result is a love letter
to the wild Scottish landscape that means so much to Sam, and a
charming, funny, wise and searching insight to the world through
his eyes. The walk itself is the backdrop for this narrative, which
tells the story of Sam's life while exploring his outlook, values
and interests. Sam is a figure of fascinating contrasts, a
Hollywood star with deep roots in rural Scotland, he's both
outgoing and content in his own company. He has strong connections
with his fans while recognising the fragility and value of
anonymity, and in My Peak Challenge he has created a network that
brings people together as they chase individual goals. In his new
book, while charting a path through a stunning wilderness, Sam maps
out the moments that shaped his views on dreams and ambition,
family, friendships, love and life. Waypoints is a deeply personal
journey that reveals as much to Sam about himself as it does to his
readers.
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