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Books > Sport & Leisure > Sports & outdoor recreation > Active outdoor pursuits
L.L.Bean, Inc. has been a trusted source for quality apparel,
reliable outdoor equipment and expert advice since 1912. To
celebrate its hundredth anniversary, the Freeport-, Maine-based
company has updated Hunting, Fishing and Camping, Leon Leonwood
Bean's no-nonsense guide to enjoying the great outdoors. Originally
published in 1942, this Maine classic offers instruction on
everything from packing a canoe to stalking a bear. The new edition
pairs the original text and nostalgic photographs with
twenty-first-century perspective from L.L's great-grandson and
Outdoor Channel television host, Bill Gorman. This entertaining and
instructive book is not only a commemorative celebration of
L.L.Bean's legacy and his commitment to conservation - it is a
must-have manual for the modern sportsman.
One of a series of books in the new Top 10 Walks: Wales Coast Path
series. Handy, pocket-sized, full colour walking guides written by
experts. Each volume outlines the most popular circular walks along
key sections of the coast path. Other titles in the series include:
Llyn Peninsula, Cardigan Bay North and Carmarthen Bay & Gower.
These attractive and cleverly structured guidebooks give walkers
the ten finest circular routes along a section of the Wales Coast
Path in a popular pocketable format. With clear information, an
overview and introduction for each walk, expertly written numbered
directions, enhanced Ordnance Survey maps, superb, eye-grabbing
panoramic photographs, and interpretation of points of interest
along the way, these guides set a new standard in reliability,
clarity and ease-of-use. Featured walks include: Ynyslas,
Aberystwyth, Llanrhystud, Aberaeron, New Quay, Cwmtydu,
Llangrannog, Aber porth & Tresaith, Mwnt, Cardigan. Sioned
Bannister is a professional outdoor writer and regular contributor
to Welsh Coast Magazine. She is also a member of the Outdoor
Writers and Photographers Guild.
This guide to more than ninety-five public campgrounds in Kentucky
is perfect for tent and RV campers alike. Within each campground
listing is vital information on location, road conditions, fees,
reservations, available facilities, and recreational activities.
The listings are organized by geographic area, and thorough site
maps will simplify your search for the perfect campground.
Look inside for: * Campground locations
* Detailed maps* GPS coordinates for each campground* Driving
directions* Facilities and hookups* Dates of operation
* Fees and reservations * Recreational activities* What equipment
and clothing to bring* Tips on wildlife and safety
From the New York Times-bestselling author of The Hidden Life of
Trees, this guide to awakening your senses and engaging deeply with
the forest is the perfect gift for hikers and walkers. "This book
will fast-track you into the joys of spending time amongst the
trees."--Tristan Gooley, author of The Lost Art of Reading Nature's
Signs and How to Read Water You'll be changed after reading this
fine and enchanting book."--Richard Louv, author of Our Wild
Calling and Last Child in the Woods When you walk in the woods, do
you use all five senses to explore your surroundings? For most of
us, the answer is no--but when we do, a walk in the woods can go
from pleasant to immersive and restorative. Forest Walking teaches
you how to engage with the forest by decoding nature's signs and
awakening to the ancient past and thrilling present of the
ecosystem around you. What can you learn by following the spread of
a root, by tasting the tip of a branch, by searching out that
bitter almond smell? What creatures can be found in a stream if you
turn over a rock--and what is the best way to cross a forest
stream, anyway? How can you understand a forest's history by the
feel of the path underfoot, the scars on the trees along the trail,
or the play of sunlight through the branches? How can we safely
explore the forest at night? What activities can we use to engage
children with the forest? Throughout Forest Walking, the authors
share experiences and observations from visiting forests across
North America: from the rainforests and redwoods of the west coast
to the towering white pines of the east, and down to the cypress
swamps of the south and up to the boreal forests of the north. With
Forest Walking, German forester Peter Wohlleben teams up with his
longtime editor, Jane Billinghurst, as the two write their first
book together, and the result is nothing short of spectacular.
Together, they will teach you how to listen to what the forest is
saying, no matter where you live or which trees you plan to visit
next.
This attractive and cleverly structured guidebook gives dog walkers
access to 15 pubs and 20 great walks in the region of the Lake
District. With clear information, humour, 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 have no stiles ensuring a hassle free walk
for both dog and owner. Both authors are experienced walkers,
qualified in mountain leadership and countryside management. This
is another book in a series of Countryside Dog Walking books
currently being developed throughout the UK.
Whether you're in an urban, suburban, rural, or wilderness
environment, this book has all the information you need to survive
a disaster. This book contains practical tips for anyone, anywhere,
in almost any survival situation.- Updated and expanded sections
about weapons, fire, and shelter- New graphics to illustrate
survival techniques- Real solutions for both everyday life and
disaster scenarios- Reflections on what it means to survive
The Best Easy Day Hikes series are handy, pocket-size guides for
day hikers in America's most popular outdoor destinations. Each
guide describes approximately 20-30 easy-to-follow, scenic trails
in and around national parks, cities and urban areas, and popular
outdoor destinations across America. With hikes varying from
half-hour strolls to full-day adventures, these guidebooks are for
everyone, including families.
Charley Waterman was a true Renaissance sportsman. He kept his
interests broad, his knowledge deep yet playful. This book is no
exception. This collection of stories from his long and varied life
in the great outdoors features flyfishing on western creeks, on
such storied trout streams as the Letort, and on the Florida flats;
chasing sage grouse in Montana, ptarmigan in Alaska, and quail in
Mexico, all behind his beloved bird dogs; and Waterman's
philosophical scrutinies of tradition and the mysticism behind
shotgunning, rounded out with tales of runaway boat trailers and
camping in the Everglades. Written in Waterman's usual humor and
understatement, this volume is the crowning achievement of his
writing career.
Pull up a chair or gather round the campfire and get ready for
creepy tales of ghostly hauntings, eerie happenings, and other
strange occurrences under starry skies. Whether read around the
campfire on a dark and stormy night or from the backseat of the
family van on the way to grandma's, this is a collection to
treasure.
All the mapping you need to complete the 182 mile (290km) Thames
Path National Trail, from the Woolwich Foot Tunnel in London to the
river's source in Gloucestershire. This booklet is included with
the Cicerone guidebook to the Thames Path, where the route is
divided into 20 stages, with each stage ranging from 4 to 16 miles.
This gentle riverside walk takes roughly two weeks to complete.
This booklet of Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 Explorer maps has been
designed for convenient use on the trail. It shows the full and
up-to-date line of the National Trail, along with the relevant
extract from the OS Explorer map legend. Conveniently sized for
slipping into a jacket pocket or top of a rucksack, it comes in a
clear PVC sleeve and provides all the mapping needed to complete
the trail. Passing through London, Windsor and Oxford as well as
rural countryside, this National Trail offers walkers a diverse
range of landscapes and scenery. With excellent public transport
services at each stage, this trail can also be completed in
bite-size pieces - why not relish the route over several weekends
throughout the year and discover the many moods of the Thames with
the passing seasons?
Camp Cookery - Outdoor Cooking Secrets From 1910. By Horace
Kephart. Originally published in 1910, this early outdoor cookery
book gives recipes for outdoor delicacies such as Lungwort bread
and dried beans. Written by Horace Kephart a renowned outdoorsman
of his time, this delightful and fully illustrated cookbook
contains, in addition to recipes, a wealth of advice and comments
on camping and life in general. "The knack of camp outfitting
consists in getting the best kit in the least weight and bulk. Wise
campers prefer to go light, doing without most of the appliances of
domestic life. t follows that camp cookery is an art distinct from
the cuisine of kitchens. Originally published in 1910, this is a
comprehensive presentation of all that is needed to set-up a
successful camp kitchen from provisions and utensils, to dressing
and keeping game and fish, building of fires, proper utensils, and
preparation with various recipes." Contents Include Provisions
Utensils Fires Dressing and keeping game and fish Meat Game Fish
and shellfish Cured meats etc eggs Breadstuffs and cereals
Vegetables, soups Beverages and desserts Many of the earliest
books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are
now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Home Farm Books
are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality,
modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Simonton, Duval, Eaton, Whitehead, Southard, Truman if you discover
how these Key West streets, and all the others, came by their
names, you will know much of the history of this little island at
the nethermost end of the continental United States. You will learn
of the rise and fall and rise again of the fortunes of this island
town, which has played such a rich role in the history of the
country as a whole. The author starts each section with an engaging
history of the person for whom the street is named. Then he takes
us along the street, pointing out the buildings and sites of
historic interest along the way. This method builds and reinforces
our grasp of Key West s history as the island is crisscrossed with
sites that evoke nearly every aspect of its past. What emerges is a
unique and quirky history of Key West, as well as a fascinating
guide to wandering its streets, boulevards, alleys, and lanes."
This guide presents the Pyrenean Haute Route in 44 day stages,
which are divided between five sections: since each section starts
and finishes at a location accessible by public transport, they can
be walked individually if you don't have a spare month-and-a-half
for a complete thru-hike. Although the route offers excellent
opportunities for wild camping, each stage finishes at a mountain
hut or village, meaning that you can sleep under a roof every night
if you prefer. Clear route description is accompanied by 1:100,000
mapping. There are bad weather variants and alternatives to avoid
the most technical sections, and the guide also includes optional
ascents of 10 classic summits, including Vignemale, Pic du Taillon
and the highest peak in the Pyrenees, Pico de Aneto. You'll also
find helpful advice on travel to and from the route, equipment and
safety. There are three main trekking routes across the Pyrenees
from coast to coast: of these, the Pyrenean Haute Route (or HRP for
Haute Route Pyreneenne) is the most challenging - and arguably, the
most spectacular. Unlike the GR10 and GR11, it is not waymarked and
borders on mountaineering at times, sticking as closely as possible
to the main ridge. It stretches 750km from the Atlantic resort of
Hendaye to Banyuls-sur-Mer on the Mediterranean, crossing the
French-Spanish border many times on its traverse. The hike calls
for experience, navigational competence and self-reliance, but
offers rich rewards as you pass through some of the most stunning
landscapes the region has to offer. From the rolling green
foothills of the Basque Country to High Pyrenean landscapes of
aquamarine lakes nestled among 3000m peaks, the scenery is as
varied as it is beautiful. Highlights include the karst terrain of
Pic d'Anie, the Ossoue glacier, Lac de Mar in the picturesque Val
d'Aran and the dramatic Cirque de Gavarnie with its towering
cascade.
Guidebook to the northernmost section of the GR5 - from Hoek van
Holland in the Netherlands, through Belgium and Luxembourg, to
Schirmeck in the northeast of France. Described over 49 stages,
this 1000 kilometre section of the GR5 is relatively easy and ideal
for those who don't want to hike up and down steep mountains - or
not just yet. Clear route description is accompanied by 1:100K
mapping, together with information on points of interest passed
along the way. Background information on landscape, wildlife and
history is included, as is practical information - everything from
clothing, equipment, food, drink and waymarking to maps, money and
staying in touch - making planning and executing a trip as easy as
possible. One of the world's best long distance walking trails, the
GR5, in its entirety, covers an impressive 1423 miles (2290km) on
its way from the North Sea to the Mediterranean. This northern
stretch - before the trail hits the depth of the Vosges. Two
further Cicerone guidebooks cover the remaining sections of the
GR5; 'The GR5 Trail - Vosges and Jura', and 'The GR5 Trail' which
covers the route from Lac Leman to the Mediterranean.
Day Walks in Loch Lomond & the Trossachs features 20 day-length
routes suitable for hillwalkers of all abilities. Researched and
written by experienced local walker Gerald McGarry, the walks
explore the highlights of the Loch Lomond & The Trossachs
National Park including the mountains of An Caisteal, Ben Lomond
and Ben Ledi. Together with stunning photography, each route
features Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 maps, easy-to-follow directions,
details of distance and navigation information, and refreshment
stops and local information.
Three-time thru-hiker J. R. Tate explores the traditions and lore
of the Appalachian Trail:
- The thru-hiker who began his hike by parachuting onto Springer
Mountain
- The trail town that sentenced an elephant to death
- Yogi-ing strategies
- Trail hermits Old Hog Greer and Uncle Nick Grindstaff
- Murders on the AT
- Ghosts in the White Mountains of New Hampshire
"Atchison's Walks - The Complete Hills of Britain Series" - is a
guidebook series in 10 volumes. Each book divides a region of
Britain into 50 separate hill walking areas, and then illustrates 3
superb walks for each area; a short morning/afternoon ramble, an
all day hill walk, and a challenging big circuit to either walk or
fell run. "Northern England Vol 2 - 150 Hill Walks" is the second
title in the series, and includes walks from Dovedale in the White
Peak, Kinder Scout in the Dark Peak, Central Pennines, Pendle Hill
& Forest of Bowland, The Wolds, North York Moors, Yorkshire
Dales, Howgill Fells and the Northern Pennines. Features of this
title are as mentioned below. 50 Areas - the 50 finest hills in
Northern England have been selected, giving a prime hill to ascend
in every area. A double page map is provided for each area showing
walks, plus written descriptions. Walks - every walk is a circular
tour from an 'easy to park location,' and combines hilly ascents
with enjoyable fine views to ascend a major peak for the day. Three
walks at every location. Maps & diagrams - every walk is
illustrated with a relief cross section, highlighting the angle of
peaks to ascend, plus illustrating the pubs too. All of the maps
have been specially drawn by the author who has completed every
walk, and gives exceptional clarity with modern computer graphics.
Photographs - the book has been exceptionally well illustrated by
the author who is a professional photographer, and is highly
experienced in capturing the impressive scenery of Northern
England.
This is the only book of its kind. It is packed with stunning
photography and is beautifully designed. With humour and specific
information about the pubs along each walk, this book will appeal
to those planning their holidays or planning a day trip. The
simplicity of the guides and mapscaters for all and will appeal to
anyone living in, or intending to visit the Anglesey and Lleyn
Peninsula region. Attractive and cleverly structured, this
guidebook gives dog walkers access to 15 pubs and 15 great walks in
the Anglesey & Lleyn Peninsula area. 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 have no stiles ensuring a
hassle free walk for both dog and owner.
No other campground guidebook focuses solely on the Prairie State.
Ohio offers a surprising array of quiet, out-of-the-way parks
replete with lakes, rivers, rugged hills, and even rocky cliffs.
"Camping Ohio "opens the door to these places. It includes: o
Up-to-date trail information and route descriptionso Accurate
directions to popular as well as less-traveled trailso Difficulty
ratings for each hikeo Historical highlightso Detailed trail mapso
Zero-impact camping, and wilderness safety tips and techniques
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