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Book SynopsisDivided into four fun-filled chapters, ‘Outdoor and Adventurous’, ‘Science and Nature’, ‘Arts and Crafts’ and ‘Rainy Day’, this interactive book contains 101 exciting activities and traditional pastimes for young, intelligent boys and girls keen to explore the world and learn new skills.

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Book SynopsisJust when you thought you knew all there was to know about cats comes the ultimate—and unexpected—guide to taking your cat into the wild. Here are cats walking on a leash. Cats hiking on a leash. Cats tramping through snow. Cats camping. Cats kayaking, canoeing, even surfing—yes, cats who love water. When animal writer and active hiker Laura Moss couldn’t find an online resource for hitting the trail with her cat, she created one. AdventureCats.org took off like wildfire, with attention from Wired, the Huffington Post, Outside magazine, BuzzFeed, and much more. Now, the book Adventure Cats—a collection of jaw-dropping photographs, inspiring stories of real-life cats, and all the how-to a cat owner needs—will take readers and their cats well beyond the backyard. Learn how to leash-train a cat. What to do if you encounter wildlife on the trail. Plus, winter safety tips, and how to bring a little bit of the outdoors to an indoor cat. The stories themselves are catnip for animal lovers, from Nanakuli, the one-eyed cat who hangs ten; to Georgie, a four-year-old gray tabby who lives on a sailboat; to Quandary, who not only insists on hiking with her family but also teaches them a valuable lesson: When you follow your cat’s natural tendency to wander, you experience the outdoors at a slower, richer pace. This book will delight every cat person, regardless of whether their pet is inclined to adventure. (Take the quiz at the beginning of the book to find out!)  Trade Review“An excellent training guide for any level of outdoor fun.” — Library Journal “Simply the most extraordinary book about cats that I have read in decades.” —Frank McMillan, Director of Animal Well-Being Studies at Best Friends Animal Society“An excellent training guide for any level of outdoor fun.” — Library Journal “Simply the most extraordinary book about cats that I have read in decades.” —Frank McMillan, Director of Animal Well-Being Studies at Best Friends Animal Society “The purr-fect book doesn't exi... ??” - @outsidemagazine“An excellent training guide for any level of outdoor fun.” — Library Journal “Simply the most extraordinary book about cats that I have read in decades.” —Frank McMillan, Director of Animal Well-Being Studies at Best Friends Animal Society “The purr-fect book doesn't exi... ” - @outsidemagazine

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Book SynopsisDescribes more than 1,000 sport and traditional routes in the Land of Enchantment.

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Book SynopsisIdentify native ferns in central and northeastern North America with this pocket-size guide.Whether you?re hiking with your family, on a camping trip, or visiting a park, you?re sure to notice a variety of beautiful ferns. If you?re curious about them, then Fern Finder by Anne C. Hallowell and Barbara G. Hallowell is just what you need. With the handy, easy-to-use format, you can identify commonly seen native ferns in the central and northeastern United States and in eastern Canada.The booklet provides a dichotomous key to identifying native ferns. Simply answer a series of simple questions about the appearance of the blade, frond, pinnae, and other parts of a fern. Along the way, Anne?s professional illustrations help to guide you to a positive identification.This guide is applicable to eastern Canada and the US states of Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and parts of Arkansas, Kansas, Nebraska, North Carolina, North Dakota, South Carolina, and South Dakota.Book Features: Step-by-step guide to identifying native ferns More than 80 species of plants Professional line illustrations with key markings for identification Small format that fits into a pocket or pack

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Book Synopsis“?A beautifully written account of a great American tragedy—the unsolved murders of an undetermined number of young women, all by the same serial killer, who got away. The truth is still buried. I couldn’t put it down.”—John Grisham, #1 New York Times bestselling authorA riveting deep dive into the unsolved murder of two free-spirited young women in the wilderness, a journalist's obsession—and a new theory of who might have done it.They must have been followed. That’s the thought I return to after all these years . . . In May 1996, two skilled backcountry leaders, Lollie Winans and Julie Williams, entered Virginia’s Shenandoah National Park for a week-long backcountry camping trip. The free-spirited and remarkable young couple had met and fallen in love the previous summer while working at a world-renowned outdoor program for women. During their final days in the park, they descended the narrow remnants of a trail and pitched their tent in a hidden spot. After the pair didn’t return home as planned, park rangers found a scene of horror at their campsite, their tent slashed open, their beloved dog missing, and both women dead in their sleeping bags. The unsolved murders of Winans and Williams continue to haunt all who had encountered them or knew their story. When award-winning journalist and outdoors expert Kathryn Miles begins looking into the case, she discovers conflicting evidence, mismatched timelines, and details that just don’t add up. With unprecedented access to crucial crime-scene forensics and key witnesses—and with a growing sense of both mission and obsession—she begins to uncover the truth. An innocent man, Miles is convinced, has been under suspicion for decades, while the true culprit is a known serial killer, if only authorities would take a closer look. Intimate, page-turning, and brilliantly reported, Trailed is a love story and a call to justice—and a searching and urgent plea to make wilderness a safe space for women—destined to become a true crime classic.Trade Review'​A beautifully written account of a great American tragedy—the unsolved murders of an undetermined number of young women, all by the same serial killer, who got away. The truth is still buried. I couldn’t put it down.' —John Grisham, #1 New York Times bestselling author“Disturbing and provocative…Gripping and thoughtful, this book will appeal to those with an interest in true-crime stories and unsettling truths about places deemed safe for all.” —Kirkus Reviews “In an outdoor atmosphere where women, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ individuals are working hard for equal footing, Trailed explores the root of sexism and bigotry in the outdoor community and becomes a rallying cry for moving forward together.” —Jennifer Pharr Davis, National Geographic Adventurer of the Year and author of The Pursuit of Endurance “Beyond an illumination of the murders of two young queer women, this book is a deeply empathetic inquiry into who has the right to venture into the woods and to do so safely. Miles' book is nothing less than a parsing of the forces that have long stood between women and queer people and their physical freedom.” —Emma Copley Eisenberg, author of The Third Rainbow Girl "Trailed is a beautiful story about a female journalist seeking clarity and life for two women she never knew, and looking to restore the wilderness as a place of healing and safety for all women in the process. An established backcountry hiker herself, Miles follows a serpentine trail of misogyny and the resilience and joy of women in spite of it. Trailed is also a love story. You will turn pages as fast as you can."—Lacy Crawford, author of Notes on a Silencing “A tragic story of young lovers, gone too soon. A #metoo reckoning, long overdue. A study of trauma’s ripple effects, extending for decades. Trailed is meticulously investigated, achingly intimate, and doggedly persistent in the pursuit of justice.” —Robert Kolker, bestselling author of Hidden Valley Road “This is a sleepless night of a book, a toss-and-turn story about a double homicide near America's legendary footpath that wrestles with intimacy, anger, and our ideas of safety. We get the fascinating, uncomfortable opportunity to join an increasingly-obsessed journalist on her quest to puzzle out what happens when a wild and peaceful place is shattered by violence.” —Ben Montgomery, author of A Shot in the Moonlight and the New York Times bestselling Grandma Gatewood’s Walk "Trailed is a beautifully written account of a great American tragedy—the unsolved murders of an undetermined number of young women, all by the same serial killer, who got away. The truth is still buried. I couldn’t put it down."—John Grisham, #1 New York Times bestselling author "A tragic story of young lovers, gone too soon. A #metoo reckoning, long overdue. A study of trauma’s ripple effects, extending for decades. Trailed is meticulously investigated, achingly intimate, and doggedly persistent in the pursuit of justice."—Robert Kolker, bestselling author of Hidden Valley Road “Engrossing . . . Miles takes a comprehensive look at police procedures in federal parks and violence against women in rural areas . . . A must for true crime buffs.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Mesmerizing journalism… Utterly engaging and always respectful, Trailed is highly recommended for true crime fans.”—Booklist (starred review) “Disturbing and provocative…Gripping and thoughtful, this book will appeal to those with an interest in true-crime stories and unsettling truths about places deemed safe for all.” —Kirkus Reviews “In an outdoor atmosphere where women, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ individuals are working hard for equal footing, Trailed explores the root of sexism and bigotry in the outdoor community and becomes a rallying cry for moving forward together.” —Jennifer Pharr Davis, National Geographic Adventurer of the Year and author of The Pursuit of Endurance “Beyond an illumination of the murders of two young queer women, this book is a deeply empathetic inquiry into who has the right to venture into the woods and to do so safely. Miles' book is nothing less than a parsing of the forces that have long stood between women and queer people and their physical freedom.” —Emma Copley Eisenberg, author of The Third Rainbow Girl "Trailed is a beautiful story about a female journalist seeking clarity and life for two women she never knew, and looking to restore the wilderness as a place of healing and safety for all women in the process. An established backcountry hiker herself, Miles follows a serpentine trail of misogyny and the resilience and joy of women in spite of it. Trailed is also a love story. You will turn pages as fast as you can."—Lacy Crawford, author of Notes on a Silencing “This is a sleepless night of a book, a toss-and-turn story about a double homicide near America's legendary footpath that wrestles with intimacy, anger, and our ideas of safety. We get the fascinating, uncomfortable opportunity to join an increasingly-obsessed journalist on her quest to puzzle out what happens when a wild and peaceful place is shattered by violence.” —Ben Montgomery, author of A Shot in the Moonlight and the New York Times bestselling Grandma Gatewood’s Walk "Trailed is a beautifully written account of a great American tragedy—the unsolved murders of an undetermined number of young women, all by the same serial killer, who got away. The truth is still buried. I couldn’t put it down."—John Grisham, #1 New York Times bestselling author "A tragic story of young lovers, gone too soon. A #metoo reckoning, long overdue. A study of trauma’s ripple effects, extending for decades. Trailed is meticulously investigated, achingly intimate, and doggedly persistent in the pursuit of justice."—Robert Kolker, bestselling author of Hidden Valley Road “Engrossing . . . Miles takes a comprehensive look at police procedures in federal parks and violence against women in rural areas . . . A must for true crime buffs.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Mesmerizing journalism… Utterly engaging and always respectful, Trailed is highly recommended for true crime fans.”—Booklist (starred review) “Disturbing and provocative…Gripping and thoughtful, this book will appeal to those with an interest in true-crime stories and unsettling truths about places deemed safe for all.” —Kirkus Reviews “A beautiful story about a female journalist seeking clarity and life for two women she never knew, and looking to restore the wilderness as a place of healing and safety for all women in the process. An established backcountry hiker herself, Miles follows a serpentine trail of misogyny and the resilience and joy of women in spite of it. Trailed is also a love story. You will turn pages as fast as you can.” —Lacy Crawford, author of Notes on a Silencing “In an outdoor atmosphere where women, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ individuals are working hard for equal footing, Trailed explores the root of sexism and bigotry in the outdoor community and becomes a rallying cry for moving forward together.” —Jennifer Pharr Davis, National Geographic Adventurer of the Year and author of The Pursuit of Endurance “Beyond an illumination of the murders of two young queer women, this book is a deeply empathetic inquiry into who has the right to venture into the woods and to do so safely. Miles' book is nothing less than a parsing of the forces that have long stood between women and queer people and their physical freedom.” —Emma Copley Eisenberg, author of The Third Rainbow Girl "Trailed is a beautiful story about a female journalist seeking clarity and life for two women she never knew, and looking to restore the wilderness as a place of healing and safety for all women in the process. An established backcountry hiker herself, Miles follows a serpentine trail of misogyny and the resilience and joy of women in spite of it. Trailed is also a love story. You will turn pages as fast as you can."—Lacy Crawford, author of Notes on a Silencing “This is a sleepless night of a book, a toss-and-turn story about a double homicide near America's legendary footpath that wrestles with intimacy, anger, and our ideas of safety. We get the fascinating, uncomfortable opportunity to join an increasingly-obsessed journalist on her quest to puzzle out what happens when a wild and peaceful place is shattered by violence.” —Ben Montgomery, author of A Shot in the Moonlight and the New York Times bestselling Grandma Gatewood’s Walk "Trailed is a beautifully written account of a great American tragedy—the unsolved murders of an undetermined number of young women, all by the same serial killer, who got away. The truth is still buried. I couldn’t put it down."—John Grisham, #1 New York Times bestselling author "A tragic story of young lovers, gone too soon. A #metoo reckoning, long overdue. A study of trauma’s ripple effects, extending for decades. Trailed is meticulously investigated, achingly intimate, and doggedly persistent in the pursuit of justice."—Robert Kolker, bestselling author of Hidden Valley Road “Engrossing . . . Miles takes a comprehensive look at police procedures in federal parks and violence against women in rural areas . . . A must for true crime buffs.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Mesmerizing journalism… Utterly engaging and always respectful, Trailed is highly recommended for true crime fans.”—Booklist (starred review) “Disturbing and provocative…Gripping and thoughtful, this book will appeal to those with an interest in true-crime stories and unsettling truths about places deemed safe for all.” —Kirkus Reviews “Passionate . . . What starts as a true crime narrative about a single horrific event turns into something much larger. In investigating how and why [Julie] Williams and [Lollie] Winans died, Miles connects the women’s deaths to complex questions of who has access to the wilderness, and how the National Park Service, guardians of vast swaths of land, fails to protect those who seek peace in wild spaces.”—Lorraine Berry, Boston Globe “A beautiful story about a female journalist seeking clarity and life for two women she never knew, and looking to restore the wilderness as a place of healing and safety for all women in the process. An established backcountry hiker herself, Miles follows a serpentine trail of misogyny and the resilience and joy of women in spite of it. Trailed is also a love story. You will turn pages as fast as you can.” —Lacy Crawford, author of Notes on a Silencing “In an outdoor atmosphere where women, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ individuals are working hard for equal footing, Trailed explores the root of sexism and bigotry in the outdoor community and becomes a rallying cry for moving forward together.” —Jennifer Pharr Davis, National Geographic Adventurer of the Year and author of The Pursuit of Endurance “Beyond an illumination of the murders of two young queer women, this book is a deeply empathetic inquiry into who has the right to venture into the woods and to do so safely. Miles' book is nothing less than a parsing of the forces that have long stood between women and queer people and their physical freedom.” —Emma Copley Eisenberg, author of The Third Rainbow Girl “This is a sleepless night of a book, a toss-and-turn story about a double homicide near America's legendary footpath that wrestles with intimacy, anger, and our ideas of safety. We get the fascinating, uncomfortable opportunity to join an increasingly-obsessed journalist on her quest to puzzle out what happens when a wild and peaceful place is shattered by violence.” —Ben Montgomery, author of A Shot in the Moonlight and the New York Times bestselling Grandma Gatewood’s Walk "Trailed is a beautifully written account of a great American tragedy—the unsolved murders of an undetermined number of young women, all by the same serial killer, who got away. The truth is still buried. I couldn’t put it down."—John Grisham, #1 New York Times bestselling author “A gripping look inside a tragic, unsolved case.”—People "A tragic story of young lovers, gone too soon. A #metoo reckoning, long overdue. A study of trauma’s ripple effects, extending for decades. Trailed is meticulously investigated, achingly intimate, and doggedly persistent in the pursuit of justice."—Robert Kolker, bestselling author of Hidden Valley Road “Engrossing . . . Miles takes a comprehensive look at police procedures in federal parks and violence against women in rural areas . . . A must for true crime buffs.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Riveting . . . Trailed is a fascinating story about the search for justice – and for social change.”—Apple Books, Best Books of May “Mesmerizing journalism… Utterly engaging and always respectful, Trailed is highly recommended for true crime fans.”—Booklist (starred review) “Disturbing and provocative…Gripping and thoughtful, this book will appeal to those with an interest in true-crime stories and unsettling truths about places deemed safe for all.” —Kirkus Reviews “Passionate . . . What starts as a true crime narrative about a single horrific event turns into something much larger. In investigating how and why [Julie] Williams and [Lollie] Winans died, Miles connects the women’s deaths to complex questions of who has access to the wilderness, and how the National Park Service, guardians of vast swaths of land, fails to protect those who seek peace in wild spaces.”—Lorraine Berry, Boston Globe “A gripping, literary account of a spate of unsolved murders, a serial killer on the loose, and a decades-long investigation, and an urgent plea to make the wilderness a safer space for women.”—Sierra “A beautiful story about a female journalist seeking clarity and life for two women she never knew, and looking to restore the wilderness as a place of healing and safety for all women in the process. An established backcountry hiker herself, Miles follows a serpentine trail of misogyny and the resilience and joy of women in spite of it. Trailed is also a love story. You will turn pages as fast as you can.” —Lacy Crawford, author of Notes on a Silencing “In an outdoor atmosphere where women, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ individuals are working hard for equal footing, Trailed explores the root of sexism and bigotry in the outdoor community and becomes a rallying cry for moving forward together.” —Jennifer Pharr Davis, National Geographic Adventurer of the Year and author of The Pursuit of Endurance “Beyond an illumination of the murders of two young queer women, this book is a deeply empathetic inquiry into who has the right to venture into the woods and to do so safely. Miles' book is nothing less than a parsing of the forces that have long stood between women and queer people and their physical freedom.” —Emma Copley Eisenberg, author of The Third Rainbow Girl “This is a sleepless night of a book, a toss-and-turn story about a double homicide near America's legendary footpath that wrestles with intimacy, anger, and our ideas of safety. We get the fascinating, uncomfortable opportunity to join an increasingly-obsessed journalist on her quest to puzzle out what happens when a wild and peaceful place is shattered by violence.” —Ben Montgomery, author of A Shot in the Moonlight and the New York Times bestselling Grandma Gatewood’s Walk “Miles brings Winans and Williams (and other female victims of backcountry violence) into tender human focus, while shining a light on deficient law enforcement practices that don't fully serve the people they are designed to protect.”—Shelf Awareness “It is a thrilling, gripping book, sure to appeal to true-crime fans and backcountry aficionados alike… a moving tribute to the inspiring and promising lives of two talented young women whose lives were cut tragically short…true crime aficionados and mystery fans will greatly enjoy this book.”—The Trek “Far from true-crime sensationalism, Trailed paints a heartbreaking portrait of two promising young women’s lives cut short and a sobering picture of how murderers slip through cracks in the justice system…A page-turner.”—Chapter16.org “Trailed offers a thoughtful braided narrative that delves into these devastating murders and the author’s own growing obsession with the case, while asking fundamental questions about justice in the national parks and who is safe in the backcountry.”—Orion “Miles strikes a good balance between laying out the details of the crime and investigation, and fully developing the stories of the victims’ lives. Fans of unsolved cases will appreciate this well-researched, compelling story.”—Library Journal “The fast-paced and dark story is a remarkable read for true-crime fans.”—425 Magazine “One of the most gripping books I’ve read this year.”—Dana Wilde, CentralMaine.com "Trailed is a beautifully written account of a great American tragedy—the unsolved murders of an undetermined number of young women, all by the same serial killer, who got away. The truth is still buried. I couldn’t put it down."—John Grisham, #1 New York Times bestselling author “A gripping look inside a tragic, unsolved case.”—People “The true-crime book that has stayed with me this year is Kathryn Miles’s TRAILED: One Woman’s Quest to Solve the Shenandoah Murders… Miles not only solves the case, she shines a light on the crime rate in the country’s national parks.”—The New York Times "A tragic story of young lovers, gone too soon. A #metoo reckoning, long overdue. A study of trauma’s ripple effects, extending for decades. Trailed is meticulously investigated, achingly intimate, and doggedly persistent in the pursuit of justice."—Robert Kolker, bestselling author of Hidden Valley Road “Engrossing . . . Miles takes a comprehensive look at police procedures in federal parks and violence against women in rural areas . . . A must for true crime buffs.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Riveting . . . Trailed is a fascinating story about the search for justice – and for social change.”—Apple Books, Best Books of May “Mesmerizing journalism… Utterly engaging and always respectful, Trailed is highly recommended for true crime fans.”—Booklist (starred review) “Disturbing and provocative…Gripping and thoughtful, this book will appeal to those with an interest in true-crime stories and unsettling truths about places deemed safe for all.” —Kirkus Reviews “Passionate . . . What starts as a true crime narrative about a single horrific event turns into something much larger. In investigating how and why [Julie] Williams and [Lollie] Winans died, Miles connects the women’s deaths to complex questions of who has access to the wilderness, and how the National Park Service, guardians of vast swaths of land, fails to protect those who seek peace in wild spaces.”—Lorraine Berry, Boston Globe "TRAILED is gripping, immersive, first-rate true crime—engagingly told, respectful in tone, damning in its conclusions. Miles digs deep into investigative records to document the wrong turns and flawed assumptions that produced a dubious suspect and ignored evidence that linked a serial murderer and rapist to the crime scene… How can true crime fans resist?"—Dean Jobb, Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine “A gripping, literary account of a spate of unsolved murders, a serial killer on the loose, and a decades-long investigation, and an urgent plea to make the wilderness a safer space for women.”—Sierra “A beautiful story about a female journalist seeking clarity and life for two women she never knew, and looking to restore the wilderness as a place of healing and safety for all women in the process. An established backcountry hiker herself, Miles follows a serpentine trail of misogyny and the resilience and joy of women in spite of it. Trailed is also a love story. You will turn pages as fast as you can.” —Lacy Crawford, author of Notes on a Silencing “In an outdoor atmosphere where women, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ individuals are working hard for equal footing, Trailed explores the root of sexism and bigotry in the outdoor community and becomes a rallying cry for moving forward together.” —Jennifer Pharr Davis, National Geographic Adventurer of the Year and author of The Pursuit of Endurance “Beyond an illumination of the murders of two young queer women, this book is a deeply empathetic inquiry into who has the right to venture into the woods and to do so safely. Miles' book is nothing less than a parsing of the forces that have long stood between women and queer people and their physical freedom.” —Emma Copley Eisenberg, author of The Third Rainbow Girl “This is a sleepless night of a book, a toss-and-turn story about a double homicide near America's legendary footpath that wrestles with intimacy, anger, and our ideas of safety. We get the fascinating, uncomfortable opportunity to join an increasingly-obsessed journalist on her quest to puzzle out what happens when a wild and peaceful place is shattered by violence.” —Ben Montgomery, author of A Shot in the Moonlight and the New York Times bestselling Grandma Gatewood’s Walk “Miles brings Winans and Williams (and other female victims of backcountry violence) into tender human focus, while shining a light on deficient law enforcement practices that don't fully serve the people they are designed to protect.”—Shelf Awareness “It is a thrilling, gripping book, sure to appeal to true-crime fans and backcountry aficionados alike… a moving tribute to the inspiring and promising lives of two talented young women whose lives were cut tragically short…true crime aficionados and mystery fans will greatly enjoy this book.”—The Trek “Far from true-crime sensationalism, Trailed paints a heartbreaking portrait of two promising young women’s lives cut short and a sobering picture of how murderers slip through cracks in the justice system…A page-turner.”—Chapter16.org “Trailed offers a thoughtful braided narrative that delves into these devastating murders and the author’s own growing obsession with the case, while asking fundamental questions about justice in the national parks and who is safe in the backcountry.”—Orion “Miles strikes a good balance between laying out the details of the crime and investigation, and fully developing the stories of the victims’ lives. Fans of unsolved cases will appreciate this well-researched, compelling story.”—Library Journal “The fast-paced and dark story is a remarkable read for true-crime fans.”—425 Magazine “One of the most gripping books I’ve read this year.”—Dana Wilde, CentralMaine.com “While Miles’s thoroughly researched and rigorous account of Winans and Williams’s murders remains the focus of the book, Trailed also tells the much larger story of how women, BIPOC, and the LGBTQ+ community experience nature. The book ultimately serves as a crucial call to action for how nature must be made accessible and safe for all.”—Atlas Obscura“Riveting.”—Minneapolis Star Tribune“If you are a true-crime fan, or even an investigative journalist, you’ll like this one.”—Denver Post

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Book SynopsisA good knife is an essential tool for camping, hunting, fishing, self-defense, cooking, and so much more. A great knife is a thing of beauty to be used and treasured for a lifetime. Using one takes knowledge and skill, and Eddie Nickens, author of the bestselling Total Outdoorsman Manual, is your expert guide.Whether you’re hunting, fishing, camping, cooking, or facing a life-or-death survival situation one thing is certain: you need a good knife. In this authoritative book, Eddie Nickens, Field & Stream editor at large and author of The Total Outdoorsman tells you everything you need to know about choosing the right knife for the job, using it correctly, keeping it sharp, and more. Detailed “design workshops” provide an in-depth education in what makes a great knife, as well as how to choose the right knife for the job. Hands-on practical tips detail how to use your knife in a wide range of everyday, on-the-go, and even life-and-death situations, from whittling a tent peg to dispatching a wild hog. Special features celebrate the greatest knives ever made, and the craftsmen who changed the game forever. For everyone from the casual camper looking to find the right all-around tool to carry on his belt to the connoisseur and collector who can tell a Victorinox from a Wenger at 100 paces. In this authoritative book, Eddie Nickens, one of Field & Stream magazine’s top knife experts, gives you his 141 top tips, tricks, and skills, including: Choosing the right knife for the job Cooking knives in the kitchen or in the wild Butchering and filleting game and fish Knives for survival Camping and outdoor uses, expected and unusual Sharpening and caring for a knife Knife tricks to amaze and amuse Forging your own blade Other bladed tools to consider  . . . and more Packaged in a durable, wipe-clean flexicover with metallic corner-guards, this practical manual withstands heavy-duty use indoors and out.

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Book SynopsisGuidebook to the Lea Valley Walk, a 50-mile path from Luton to the Thames. The walk traces the River Lea from Leagrave, near Luton to East India Dock opposite Greenwich where it joins the Thames Path. Features an alternative finish at Limehouse and an optional tour of the Olympic Park. Split into 9 stages, the walk is suitable for all abilities.

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Book SynopsisDream. Explore. Discover. Take a leaf out of nature’s book and unleash your wild side with this essential guide. Packed with hundreds of exciting outdoor ideas and activities, from reading animal tracks to making your own campfire, this little book will guarantee lots of fun and adventure all year round.

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Book SynopsisDiscover dramatic landscapes and the most spectacular sights. From sea to shining sea, America is host to some of the most dramatic landscapes on Earth. Whether you are a camper or a nature buff, you will find here such spectacular sights as the tallest trees of the Redwood, the desert of Death Valley, the gorge of Grand Canyon, the snowy mountains of Mount Rainier and the jagged peaks of the Grand Teton.With facts and trivia that reveal the majesty and diversity of these national treasures, along with inspiring nature quotes, The Little Book of US National Parks covers all 63 parks, highlighting the most-visited conservation areas. Among them are Acadia, Death Valley, Grand Canyon, Great Smoky Mountains, Mount Rainier, Rocky Mountains, Yellowstone, Yosemite and Zion. For nature-lovers, hikers and visitors, this journey through the nation's natural wonders, their landmarks and inhabitants, is both armchair tourism and inspiration to get out there and explore.SAMPLE QUOTE: 'National parks are the best idea we ever had. Absolutely American, absolutely democratic, they reflect us at our best rather than our worst.' Wallace Stegner, novelist and environmentalistSAMPLE FACT: At Voyageurs National Park in Minnesota, visitors can see and touch rocks that are half as old as the planet Earth. (Daily Telegraph, 21 May 2015)Table of ContentsWilderness Protected: Find out why the national parks were established, what they protect and how you can enjoy and explore them • The Pacific West: Including information on all parks in that area, such as Death Valley, Joshua Tree, Redwood and Yosemite • The Mountain West: Including information on all parks in that area, such as Grand Canyon, Petrified Forest, Rocky Mountains and Yellowstone • The Midwest: Including information on all parks in that area, such as Cuyahoga Valley, Indiana Dunes and Wind Cave • The South & Northeast: Including information on all parks in that area, such as Big Bend, Everglades, Great Smoky Mountains and Virgin Islands • Environmental Concerns: Here are also the direct threats to the country's wilderness areas with solutions and support.

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Book SynopsisBeneath our feet is a secret world – and you can visit it. The 50 underground adventures featured in this book are not just for intrepid potholers and other daredevils. Hidden beneath Britain are plenty of attractions open to everyone. This is the definitive guide to the best days out underground. From caves to nuclear bunkers, sewers to secret railways, as well as abandoned mines, ancient crypts and labyrinthine tunnels, these unique tourist attractions are a journey through Britain’s hidden history going back thousands of years. Travel writer Peter Naldrett explores each location with evocative, light-hearted text that reveals the fascinating history of why it came to be constructed, or how it was first discovered. As well as information about facilities and accessibility, Peter also includes essential advice about how to get there and when to go. There are atmospheric full colour photographs throughout, and boxes that highlight precisely why you should visit, as well as things to look out for when you do. Days Out Underground has something to excite everyone, especially families – here's how you entertain the kids on those wet-weather weekends!Trade ReviewEven hardened cave explorers will find something of interest when they find themselves in a different part of the country on a rainy day. * Descent magazine *

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Book SynopsisMulti-activity guidebook to the Haute Maurienne region of south east France. The book describes a wide range of the finest day walks, scrambles, rock climbs, via ferratas, treks and mountain biking and road cycling routes, offering all the inspiration needed for a multi-activity or family holiday. The Maurienne valley is served by good transport links, Modane serves as the gateway to the upper valley with links from Paris and Turin served by the TGV. Lanslebourg is the largest village after Modane and offers plenty of choice of accommodation, and Termignon is a reasonably central base for exploring the Haute Maurienne. Routes vary from pretty Alpine lake rambles to mammoth mountain bike routes and include the normal route to the summit of Dent Parrachee, the Matterhorn of the valley that can be reached without crossing a glacier, and arranged by difficulty. Information about facilities and grades for each activity are carefully explained and routes are illustrated with sketch maps, topos and profiles and inspiring photographs. The Vanoise massif is a beautiful range of mountains bounded by the valleys of the Maurienne and the Tarentaise. Sitting on the French-Italian border, the Upper Maurienne (Haute Maurienne) has a southern boundary bordering the Italian region of Piedmont. Its northern border is less pronounced, as the massif of the Vanoise blurs the boundary with the Tarentaise valley.Table of ContentsIntroduction Geography The Vanoise National Park Geology Wildlife Plants and flowers History Art and culture Travel When to go Accommodation Mountain refuges Language Insurance and rescue Maps and navigation Weather Clothing Wet weather alternatives Using this guide 1 Day Walks Route 1 Lac de l'Arcelle Route 2 La Pierre aux Pieds Route 3 Lac Blanc and Plan des Eaux Route 4 Vallon de la Rocheure Route 5 Pointe de Lanserlia Route 6 Hannibal's Crossing (Col Clapier) Route 7 Mont Froid Route 8 Pointe de Bellecombe Route 9 High Valley Walk Route 10 Pointe de l'Observatoire 2 Mountaineering Routes Route 11 Pointe Droset Route 12 Cr#xea;te de la Turra and Pointe du Grand Vallon Route 13 Pointe des Fours Route 14 3000ers Circuit Route 15 Lessi#xe8;res Traverse Route 16 Le Petit Vallon Route 17 Roche d'Etache Route 18 Traverse of Pointe de Cugne Route 19 North Ridge of Cime du Laro Route 20 Signal du Petit Mont Cenis Route 21 Ar#xea;te de L#xe9;ch#xe9; Route 22 La Dent Parrach#xe9;e 3 Via Ferratas Route 23 Le Pichet, Lanslevillard Route 24 The Pinnacles, Aussois Route 25 Guy Favre, Balme Noir The Victor Emmanuel Fort Complex Route 26 Travers#xe9;e des Anges Route 27 Mont#xe9;e au Ciel Route 28 Les Rois Mages Route 29 Descente aux Enfers Route 30 Remont#xe9;e du Purgatoire Via Ferrata/Rock Climbing Route 31 Via Cordatta, Col de la Madeleine 4 Rock Climbing Route 32 Rocher des Amoureux Route 33 Solli#xe8;res Route 34 Rocher de Termignon Route 35 Blocs de la Madeleine Route 36 Dalles du Mollard Route 37 Drailles Blanches 5 Mountain Biking Bike hire and bike shops The routes Route 38 Termignon and Solli#xe8;res Circuit Route 39 La Girarde Route 40 Champions' Loop Route 41 Chemin du Petit Bonheur Route 42 The Sardi#xe8;res Monolith Route 43 Mont Cenis Circuit 6 Road Rides Route 44 Col du Mont Cenis Route 45 Aussois Loop Route 46 Col de l'Iseran Route 47 Col du Galibier 7 Walking Tours Route 48 Tour of the Vanoise Glaciers Route 49 Tour of M#xe9;an Martin Route 50 Tour of Pointe de l'Echelle Appendix A Route summary tables Appendix B Useful contacts Appendix C Useful phrases

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Book SynopsisThe Ultimate Mountain Trivia Quiz Challenge combines Ralph Storer’s extensive knowledge of mountains with his talent for writing quiz books. As the author of The Ultimate Guide to the Munros, Volumes 1-5, Storer is undeniably an expert in his field. His knowledge and understanding of the Scottish landscape makes this collection of questions a formidable one, even to the most educated reader.Storer’s quiz rounds are far-ranging and diverse, with truly something for everyone. Readers will encounter questions on Gaelic names, literature, history and statistics, making this unique book a thoroughly interesting and informative collection.Trade ReviewPraise for Mountain Trivia Quiz Challenge American edition:A delightful collection of questions… Storer has managed to mix great enjoyment and intellectual stimulation in one small book… It will offer you hours of fun and information. - KLCC NATIONAL PUBLIC RADIOA clever and informative quiz book… [it] deserves an honoured place in the bathroom-reading hall of fame as well as its very own backpack pocket. - SNOW COUNTRYIt’s great fun for everyone, whether at a campfire in the great outdoors or waiting for traffic to move during the five o’clock rush hour. - ABILENE REPORTER

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