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The North York Moors and Wolds offer a diverse range of walking
opportunities - from the stunning scenery of Robin Hood's Bay
through the grand ruins of Rievaulx Abbey to the wildness of the
Moors themselves. This collection of 100 walks of up to 10 miles
will help you explore the best of this beautiful region. There are
routes to suit all walking abilities; easy-to-follow directions;
clear and detailed route maps sourced from the Ordnance Survey;
details of where to park and places to eat and drink and
interesting sights to see along the way.
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.
Walking on the Amalfi Coast describes 32 day-walks, ranging from
3km to 11km in length. The walks explore the Sorrento Peninsula,
Amalfi Coast and Monti Lattari, as well as the islands of Capri and
Ischia in the Gulf of Naples. The whole area is crisscrossed by
ancient mule tracks, pilgrim routes and goat tracks, offering a
variety of walking from family strolls to strenuous treks across
terrain from paved paths to verdant hillside paths and rough
volcanic scree. Split into the five sections of Ischia, Capri,
Sorrento, Positano and Amalfi, each walk is accompanied by relevant
public transport information as well as a sketch map. The book also
provides local and practical information, accommodation options and
an Italian-English glossary. The steep southern edge of the
Sorrento peninsula, famous for its medieval villages perched atop
plunging cliffs, with their near-vertical vineyards and lemon
orchards, is recognised as a World Heritage Site. This coastline,
the rugged landscape behind, crowned by the Monti Lattari, and the
idyllic islands of Capri and Ischia together make a perfect holiday
destination for walkers.
Whether you're seeking a soak in naturally heated mineral water or
out for a sightseeing adventure, this fully updated and revised
color edition of Touring California and Nevada Hot Springs guides
you to more than 100 of the best sites for soaking in the beauty of
the region. Historian and veteran outdoors author Matt Bischoff
reveals his favorite "hot spots," from primitive pools in the
backcountry to handcrafted bathhouses surrounded by civilization.
Look inside to find: * Full-color photos * Color, GPS-compatible
maps and detailed directions * Historical background information on
the springs and their surroundings * Tips on safety, access, and
availability of services * Best time of year, restrictions, water
temperature, camping info, and much more
What we eat has a huge impact on our physical and mental health,
and on our performance in our chosen sport, whether we're
elite-level athletes or enthusiastic amateurs. But, with so much
information out there, how do we choose a way of eating that is
right for us? More Fuel You is a clear and authoritative guide to
making the most of your nutrition. Leading sports dietitian Renee
McGregor looks at fuelling needs for sporting participation,
training and competition, and analyses some popular diet options,
including low-carbohydrate, vegan and intermittent fasting. But
this is not just another sports nutrition book. Renee recommends a
holistic view: by understanding the human body and being
self-aware, you can find the ideal nutritional approach for you
personally. Significantly, Renee also discusses areas of sports
nutrition in populations that are often overlooked, including
women's health and the menopause, healthy ageing, and the inclusion
of individuals who don't necessarily conform to the stereotype of
an athlete, such as people living with chronic health conditions.
Whatever your race, genetics, gender, age, socio-economic status,
body type or ability, it's important to be your own athlete, fuel
appropriately for your body and enjoy what you do. Whether you're a
world-class or real-world athlete, if you're serious about sport
and nutrition, you can't afford not to read this book.
The Wicklow Way was the first long-distance walking trail to be
established in Ireland. Coming in at 130km (81 miles), the route
traverses the county of Wicklow, from Marlay Park on the outskirts
of Dublin to Clonegal, just over the county border in neighbouring
Carlow, and can be comfortably completed in a week. The guide also
details several adjacent trails that can be interchanged with the
main route, and short detours off-route (also described) lead to
welcoming villages offering accommodation and a range of other
facilities. The route is presented in seven stages, each with an
overview followed by clear route description and mapping. There are
elevation profiles and notes on local points of interest. In
addition to background information about the county's history,
geology, plants and wildlife, you will find all the information you
need to walk the route, with helpful advice on transport,
accommodation and kit. Accommodation listings, useful contacts and
a glossary of Irish place-names can be found in the appendices.
Wicklow is a county of varied landscapes: mountains and sweeping
uplands offer extensive views, whereas other stages take you
through verdant glens and past scenic lakes. The area is rich in
both culture and history, with the ancient Monastic City at
Glendalough a special highlight. And of course, there are
characterful villages and pubs where you can experience true Irish
hospitality. The Wicklow Way has plenty to commend it and is a
great way to explore this wonderful county.
The North Downs Way National Trail is a 130 mile (208km) between
the high downland of Farnham and the historic city of Dover on the
Kent coast. The route is described in 11 day stages from west to
east with an optional detour via Canterbury. Step-by-step route
descriptions are fully illustrated with colour photographs and
extracts from OS 1:50,000 mapping for every stage. The guidebook
comes with a separate map booklet of 1:25,000 scale OS maps showing
the full route of the North Downs Way. Clear step-by-step route
descriptions in the guide link together with the map booklet at
each stage along the Way, and the compact format is conveniently
sized for slipping into a jacket pocket or the top of a rucksack.
The North Downs Way is one of the easier national trails with a
modest number of steep (but short) ascents and descents and long
sections with no noticeable height gain or loss. Several historic
sites including Neolithic burial chambers, Roman roads and Norman
churches are passed and much of the route follows The Pilgrims'
Way.
The book, aimed at walkers and fell runners, includes detailed
information on the challenging Lakeland Three Thousands; the Old
County Tops; the Roman Road between Windermere and Penrith; the
Eight Great Horseshoes; and Penrith to the Sea routes. Roy Clayton
guides walkers through the routes, while experienced fell runner,
Ronald Turnbull, gives the necessary advice for runners, and for
walkers who wish to step up the pace in the tradition of the greats
like Joss Naylor, Eric Beard and Colin Donnelly.
All the information you need to enjoy your hiking adventure from
Coast to Coast in this updated 10th edition. Fully re-walked and
revised 10th edition of this classic 191-mile walk from
the Irish Sea to the North Sea. Crossing three national parks - the
Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales, and the North York Moors - it
samples the very best of the English countryside - rugged mountains
and lakes, gentle dales and stone-built villages; wild moorland;
sea cliffs and fishing villages. The guide includes: 109
large-scale walking maps - at just under 1:20,000 - showing
route times, places to stay, places to eat, points of interest,
and 9 town plans 14 colour stage maps to help plan your
walk, including hills and descents Places to stay with
reviews - campsites, bunkhouses, hostels, B&Bs, pubs and
hotels Places to eat with reviews - cafes, teashops, pubs,
takeaways, restaurants What to see from the path - history,
culture, natural history Comprehensive public transport
information - for all access points on the path Flora and
fauna - four page full colour flower guide, plus an
illustrated section on local wildlife Itineraries for all
walkers - whether walking the route in its entirety over two
weeks or sampling the highlights on day walks and short breaks
Green hiking - understanding the local environment and
minimizing our impact on it GPS waypoints - also downloadable
from the Trailblazer website page
- The complete reference to recommended trails in the state
- The best of each region from Keystone Trails Association
members
- Descriptions of hundreds of trails plus a chapter on state's
nine long-distance trails
Produced in association with the Keystone Trails Association,
this is a guide to the best of Pennsylvania's hiking trails.
Descriptions of each trail provide location, directions to the
trailhead, suggested times to hike, terrain, special features,
recreational activities, and suggestions for planning a trip. Maps
and a selection of full-color photographs from the trails are
included.
Over the years, authors, artists and amblers aplenty have felt the
pull of the Thames, and now travel writer Tom Chesshyre is
following in their footsteps. He's walking the length of the river
from the Cotswolds to the North Sea - a winding journey of over two
hundred miles. Join him for an illuminating stroll past meadows,
churches and palaces, country estates and council estates,
factories and dockyards. Setting forth in the summer of Brexit, and
meeting a host of interesting characters along the way, Chesshyre
explores the living present and remarkable past of England's
longest and most iconic river.
OS Explorer is the Ordnance Survey's most detailed map and is
recommended for anyone enjoying outdoor activities such as walking,
horse riding and off-road cycling. The series provides complete GB
coverage and can now be used in all weathers thanks to OS Explorer
- Active, a tough, versatile version of OS Explorer. The OS
Explorer Active range of OL maps now includes a digital version of
the paper map, accessed through the OS smartphone app, OS Maps.
Join Julia Bradbury as she leads you through the walk of our
lifetimes. There's a lot of talk about how we all must connect more
with nature. But what does that mean? How do you do it? And what
does it do for you in return? Can something as simple as going for
a walk really improve your life? The simple answer is: YES. Walk
Yourself Happy will explain the elemental link between our own
health - both physical and mental - and the natural world. Julia
knows first-hand the profound impact of nature: it has helped her
survive breast cancer, overcome infertility and continue through
failed IVF treatments; it balances the soul and acts as a
confidante and therapist. Through science-backed information,
practical tips and Julia's own story, Walk Yourself Happy will
explore how nature can soothe anxiety and stress, how a mountain or
a tree can keep you company in times of grief, and the importance
of building nature into your everyday life, so you eat well, sleep
better and move more. Walking, one of the most accessible
activities for most of us, is the fastest and easiest way to embed
yourself in nature. You don't need expertise or equipment; you just
need to put one foot in front of another. You don't need an epic
landscape either, you can walk down the street or in your local
green space. Though, as you will learn from this book, a walk in
the park is rarely just that. We all have shocks and surprises that
stop us in our tracks, make us question who we are and why we are
here. In walking, we have the power to change our pace. And when we
do that, we can find union with nature, camaraderie with friends
and a form of intimacy with self. We can walk ourselves happy and
we can walk ourselves healthy, and we can rekindle the innate
bonds, all-but extinguished by modern living, that we have always
had to our natural environment. We can start today.
From the National Outdoor Leadership School, the leader in
wilderness education, comes the definitive guide on winter camping
- based on the official NOLS curriculum, it's the next best thing
to taking a course with a qualified instructor. You'll learn how to
layer clothing to stay warm and dry, how to manoeuvre a pack sled
through heavy snow cover, and how to sleep comfortably in
conditions of extreme cold. Additionally, sections on avalanche
safety and first aid provide essential preparation should disaster
strike. Illustrated throughout with detailed line drawings. The
National Outdoor Leadership School's official guide to camping in
extreme cold includes comprehensive coverage of winter clothing and
gear, proven techniques for travelling efficiently and safely
across snow and ice, and complete directions for building igloos
and many other snow shelters.
The comprehensive guide to the place that brought sport climbing to
North America--
a full-color, thoroughly updated new edition Smith Rock State Park.
It was on the impressive crags of this Oregon hideaway that
American sport climbing came into its own, and to this day, some of
the hardest climbs in the United States are found on these walls.
Alan Watts, who has played a leading role in the development of
this popular rock-climbing destination, details more than 1,700
routes at Smith Rock and the surrounding area. This new edition
updates hundreds of routes, includes hundreds of new ones, and has
new photos of each crag, wall, and route. No other guide is as
comprehensive or thorough, and no author more respected for his
intimate knowledge of one of the world's most popular climbing
destinations.
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