Camping Books

Book SynopsisSay yes to new adventures! This beautiful book is brimming with tips, recipes, activities and more to help you plan your perfect trip and discover the joys of camping in the great outdoors.Camping is one of life's purest pleasures. It's a way to escape the frantic pace of the everyday, to get back to nature and to discover new experiences - and nothing comes close to the joy of sleeping under the stars.Packed with ideas for first-time campers and seasoned experts alike, this book is sure to inspire your next trip and help you create memories to last a lifetime. Within these pages you will find:- Handy camping hacks- Delicious recipes- Foraging tips- Bushcraft basics- Wild camping advice- Inspiration for your travel bucket-list... And much more! Whether you're seeking a relaxing natural getaway or an intrepid wilderness adventure, the great outdoors is waiting for you. So, pack your bag, pick up your tent and go camping!

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Book SynopsisShowcasing amazing vans and their owners from around the world, Camper Heaven will inspire you to take off on the road trip of a lifetime. Author Dee Campling offers advice on choosing the right van and decorating it to match your personal tastes. She then presents a series of inspiring case studies, beginning with her own Scandi-style hideaway on wheels. The following chapters – Home on the Road, Retro Living, Creative Campers and The Great Escape – feature 12 camper vans that have enabled their owners to fulfil their dreams around living, working and travelling. The vehicles range from a classic vintage Volkswagen camper to a rustic horsebox and even a fire truck. All the vans are highly personal and as unique as their adventurous owners, who offer thoughtful insights based on their experiences of van life.

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Book SynopsisEnjoy some of our favourite recipes for eating well on the road wherever your travels take you. Having spent months exploring the world in their trusty VW camper, Megan and Simon are experts at putting together incredible food equipped with just a two-burner camping stove and a tiny fridge or cool box. The Clever Camper Cookbook features over 40 of the best recipes they came up with on their travels – there’s no fuss, nothing too fancy, just deliciously simple cooking. Whether you’re on top of a mountain, down by the water’s edge or setting up for a few nights at a festival, they have all your food needs covered. In this updated edition, you can start the day with a Chorizo Omelette, tuck into Fish Finger Tacos for lunch and enjoy an al fresco feast under the stars with ideas for Halloumi Burgers, Boursin & Tomato Pasta, BBQ treats, and more. No longer does food on the road have to involve yet another portion of beans on toast! This book includes new features of advice and tips straight from Megan and Simon’s many trips away in their van, from the need-to-know on camping with youngsters to the most coveted life hacks for taking on festivals van-style. Seize the open road with these recipes in hand and remember to pack a hearty appetite!

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Book SynopsisGet back to nature and discover the sun-scorched hiking trails, smoky campfire cookouts and quiet star-studded nights of open-air (or canvas-enclosed, mosquito-netted) living. Whether you are glamping in high style in a top-spec RV, hanging out in a yurt in the middle of nowhere or resting your tired bones and blistered feet on a nearby rock, here is all you need to take an unforgettable trip into the great outdoors.This tiny tome is your trusty companion to celebrating everything camping-related. It's action-packed with all the fun-size facts and stats, quips and tips, and quotes and notes you'll need to survive and thrive in the wild, plus ideas for places to visit and things to do. Next stop, nature... here we come!SAMPLE QUOTE: 'Nature is not a place to visit. It is home.' - Gary SnyderSAMPLE FACT: If you're camping and want to know the temperature, but aren't connected to the Internet, don't panic, nature's got your back. During the spring and summer months, you can calculate the temperature by listening to a chirping cricket. Simply count the number of chirps you hear in 14 seconds. Then, add 40 to that number to find out the temperature in degrees Fahrenheit.Table of ContentsHappy Campers: Get the show on the road with camping and packing tips, hacks and jokes and camping history and anecdotes. Nature Calls: Reconnect with the natural world, enjoy the amazing scenery, discover wild... and feel the weather – every howling wind and thundering downpour. Tent Sweet Tent: Not just a home away from home, camping is taking home comforts with you. Here's the lowdown on tools and equipment, from survival kit to sleeping bag. The Great Outdoors: Plan your excursion to the best destinations, recharge your batteries, and discover some plus fun and games to play while there. Keep Calm and Camp On: From survival tips to handy hints, here's how to troubleshoot problems and impress your fellow campers. Sticks and Stones: Words will never hurt you, and here are some inspirational and humorous quotes to entertain you.

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Book SynopsisAn inspiring, aspirational and practical guide to building fires both indoors and out. 'A cracking book' Sainsbury's Magazine 'Follow these tips and your inner caveman will be proud' Sunday Times 'A brilliantly informative guide with stylish illustrations' Yorkshire Post 'Celebrates the heart-warming properties of the hearth' Simple Things Nothing beats the companionable crackle of an open fire. Fires invite us to sit and share stories or watch in contemplative silence. We feel drawn to the flickering flames, the gentle curls of aromatic smoke and reassuring radiant heat. Snuggled under a blanket, toasting crumpets and listening to the pleasing pops of burning wood – what better way to spend a winter's evening? Or, come the summer, few pleasures are richer than cooking food, perched around a campfire, waiting for the stars to come out. But for all this talk, how many of us know how to build a fire? Would we know which kinds of trees burn best? Could we make our own firelighters or build the perfect fire stack? The Little Book of Building Fires is a richly illustrated pocket guide to sourcing, seasoning and storing firewood, choosing kindling and tinder, and how to build and light the perfect fire. From campfires to woodburners, bonfires to open hearths, this book blends practicality with personal experience and will get you back in touch with your ancient firemaking instincts.Trade ReviewA brilliantly informative guide with stylish illustrations... Promises to put you back in touch with your ancient fire-making instincts * Yorkshire Post *Coulthard [celebrates] the heart-warming properties of the hearth in this engaging little book * Simple Things *Follow these tips and your inner caveman will be proud * Sunday Times *A cracking book * Sainsbury's Magazine *A resourceful and informative joy to read * The Lifestyle Editor *A nice gift for someone with a practical mind * The Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisCallum Robinson makes all manner of things from all manner of woods for some of the most influential brands in the world. He is creative director at Method Studio, the company he established with his wife, designer and lecturer Marisa Giannasi, almost fifteen years ago.Taught by his father now one of the UK's foremost Master Woodcarvers' his work has been exhibited widely. He works and writes from a studio and workshop in a forest, beside a loch, nestled in the Scottish hills.

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Book SynopsisCreate Your Own Camping Activities, the follow up to Lonely Planet Kids’ Create Your Own Vacation Games, is packed with over 80 ideas for the best camping games, crafts and activities. There are suggestions for fun things to do throughout the entire trip, whether you're in-the-tent or on-the-road, around the campfire or at the picnic table, as well tips for exploring nature in and around the campground. With plenty of photos and step-by-step instructions, there are games to entertain the whole family, stuff that’s just for kids, things to do outside, and ideas for cold and rainy days.Written by Laura Baker and accompanied by fun illustrations by Sean Sims, this book can be used wherever and whenever your family goes camping. All you need is your imagination and things that can be found around the campsite (or basic craft items like paper, pens and glue). Inside Create Your Own Camping Activities:- Basic guide to camping - from what equipment you’ll need to pack, to setting up your tent and exploring the area around you. - Camping games and activities - Make your own camp-ground treasure hunt, campground obstacle course, lawn games, sleeping bag races. - Camping crafts - Create a nature collage, make camping hats with leaves and twigs, nature paintings, stick mazes. - Exploring the great outdoors - Tree climbing, create your own nature journal, nature scavenger hunt, make nature rubbings, using field guides to find rocks, plants and animals, listening out for creatures at night. - Camping survival skills - Building your own shelter, going fishing, foraging for food, orienteering (reading a map and a compass), building your own campfire or pizza box solar oven (fully supervised!), morse-code messages.- Around the campfire - Camp-style cooking (toasting marshmallows, making s’mores), campfire games, stargazing, campfire songs and stories.About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travellers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!

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Book SynopsisBikepacking Wales by Emma Kingston contains 18 great multi-day mountain bike adventures. For such a compact country, Wales has a fantastic variety of trails to explore. Explore the world-class tracks around the remote Elan Valley, traverse the long, grassy ridges of Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons), enjoy the stunning coastal bridleways along the Gower peninsula, tackle the popular Trans Cambrian Way across Mid Wales, ride the heather-lined singletrack in the Clywdian Hills, and take a tour around the highest mountain in Wales and England – Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) – including an optional route to its summit. The trails aren’t the only draw though; these routes take you under towering castle walls, through huge slate quarries and past some of the country’s prehistoric monuments so you can better appreciate Wales’s rich culture and heritage. Each route includes all the information you need to help you plan your ride, including points of interest along the route, swimming spots, food recommendations and accommodation options, in addition to stunning photography and overview mapping. Downloadable GPX files of the routes are also available, including optional routes and shortcuts. This book is full of practical tips and essential advice for both experienced bikepackers and those who want to try it out for the first time. Let Bikepacking Wales be your companion as you take to the trails to experience the finest bikepacking adventures that Wales has to offer.

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Book SynopsisForget hurrying. Forget putting your foot down and racing through sweeping bends. Forget the understeer (whatever that is). Forget the blur of a life lived too fast. This is a look at taking life slowly. It’s about taking the time to enjoy journeys and places for their own sake. It’s about stopping and putting the kettle on. Stopping to take a picture. Stopping to enjoy stopping. How are you going to do it? In a camper van or a motorhome, of course. In this book we define the best driving routes around England and Wales for camper vans and motorhomes. We show you the coolest places to stay, what to see, what to do and explain why it’s special. We meander around England and Wales on the most breathtaking roads, chugging up mountain passes and pootling along the coast. We show you stuff that’s fun, often free. We include the best drives for different kinds of drivers; for surfers, wildlife watchers, climbers and walkers. We include the steepest, the bendiest, those with the most interesting bridges or views or obstacles, ferries and tidal causeways. And you don’t even have to own a camper van or motorhome – we’ll tell you the many places you can rent one to take you on the journey. All of this is interspersed with beautiful photos, handy maps and quirky travel writing from the king of camper vans and motorhomes, Martin Dorey. So if all you want to do is flick through it on a cold day and plan your next outing, you’ll be transported (albeit slowly) to pastures, beaches, mountains and highways that make you want to turn the key and go, go, go!Trade ReviewPacked with great places to go in your campervan to take in stunning coastlines, picturesque valleys, rolling hills, quaint villages and historic sites - includes plenty of tips for making your campervanning dream a reality. * Camping and Caravanning *Plan new ways to see England and Wales with this lively book. Helpful tips include where to eat, stay and the number of days needed to explore. * British Travel Journal *Table of ContentsAbout This Book How To Use This Book Introducing England Introducing Wales How To Get To England And Wales What To Take With You Eating On Your Travels Where And How To Stay In England And Wales The South West St Ives To Sennen Exeter To Portland Bill The Exmoor Coast The Atlantic Highway Bodmin Moor Bristol To Yeovil The River Dart The South And South East South Coast Sprawl Dartford To Abingdon Salisbury To Uckfield East Anglia Beyond Southwold North Norfolk The Midlands The White Peak Derwent And The Dark Peak Wales Wales Coast To Coast West Wales The Pembrokeshire Coast National Park 225 The North West Keswick And Borrowdale Kirkstone Pass Windermere And Coniston The North Harrogate And Wharfedale Hexham To Barnard Castle Gateshead To Greenhead Via Hadrian’s Wall 289 The North East York And North Yorkshire Saltburn To Scarborough From Teesside To Tyneside Tynemouth To Bamburgh Bamburgh To Rochester Camper Van And Motorhome Hire Index

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Book SynopsisBeautiful wildernesses; tiny budgets; environmentally-friendly… What’s not to like? And it's all accessible right here, without the need for a flight or a big budget. From getting back to nature with a tent, some matches and a few litres of bottled water, to enjoying a pub dinner and camping out in the garden afterwards, this book shows how to get stuck into wild camping in all its forms. There’s an idea that wild camping is illegal in Britain, but it isn’t – you just need to know the rules and where to go. This guide opens up this amazing experience for all, covering: - what is wild camping and why bother? - different types (bivvying, tenting, hammocking, on the water) - what the law says (Scotland, England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Ireland, EU, waterways) - how many of the largest landowners in the UK are actively encouraging wild camping - getting started (vital equipment, where to go, when to go, safety) - drinking water and foraging for food The majority of the book features the best places to go in England, Wales, Ireland and Scotland, along with stories, tips, helpful maps and inspiring photos. The new edition includes a Foreword by Ed Stafford, as well as a completely new chapter introducing the exciting new English Coastal Path, opening 2020 after years of campaigning. This fully updated guide gives readers the knowledge and the inspiration to escape the noise, clutter and stress of day to day life and go wild.Trade ReviewIf you love getting back to nature, you'll find plenty of food for thought here ... Great for Brits keen to travel on a budget -- Jenny Green * The Sun *Camping in the wilds is an experience not to be missed, as detailed by Neale * Discover Britain *A handsome and enjoyable celebration of the pastime. * Scotland Outdoors *...useful information that is amplified by the author's enthusiasm. * The Great Outdoors Magazine *If you want to avoid what Robert Louis Stevenson called: ‘…a dead monotonous period under a roof’, and instead hear ‘Nature breathing deeply and freely’ in the open air, then this is the book for you. * Outdoor Focus *[The author] wants to convert people to the joys of wild camping — and succeeds. * Outdoor Writers and Photographers Guild Award for Excellence 2015 *Forest Law. The Law. Spirit of the Law... this book explains that there is nothing really to worry about (most of the time), and goes on to explain, in detail, why. * Song of the Paddle Forum *Whether you're a novice or old hand this book should be on your shelf. Neale's style is easy-going and humorous and based on years of experience...a great book to thumb through at bedtime, a fun read full of inspirational pictures that will send you to sleep planning your next night out under the stars. if it's not already on your bedside table, order it now! * 10 Mile Hike *In this second edition of Wild Camping Stephen Neal has done a fantastic job of capturing the essence of why making yourself slightly uncomfortable for a few days is so utterly beneficial for you. Hats off to him for championing this wonderfully niche British pastime. -- Ed Stafford * Foreword *

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Book SynopsisForget hurrying. Forget putting your foot down and racing through sweeping bends. Forget the understeer (whatever that is). Forget the blur of a life lived too fast. This is a look at taking life slowly. It’s about taking the time to enjoy journeys and places for their own sake. It’s about stopping and putting the kettle on. Stopping to take a picture. Stopping to enjoy stopping. How are you going to do it? In a camper van or a motorhome, of course. In this book we define the best driving routes around France for camper vans and motorhomes. We show you the coolest places to stay, what to see, what to do and explain why it’s special. We meander around France on the most breathtaking roads, chugging up mountain passes and pootling along the coast. We show you stuff that’s fun, often free. We include the best drives for different kinds of drivers; for walkers, wine-quaffers, climbers and skiers. We include the steepest, the bendiest, the most picturesque and most interesting. And you don’t even have to own a camper van or motorhome – we’ll tell you the many places you can rent one to take you on the journey. All of this is interspersed with beautiful photos, handy maps and quirky travel writing from the king of camper vans and motorhomes, Martin Dorey. So if all you want to do is flick through it on a cold day and plan your next outing, you’ll be transported (albeit slowly) to vineyards, beaches, mountains and highways that make you want to turn the key and go, go, go!Trade ReviewMartin takes it easy around France, exploring mountains, coast and everything in between, and the book includes plenty of useful information for route planning, such as maps and information on where to stay, places of interest and things to do, etc. If you're planning a trip to France in your campervan, you'll no doubt find it really useful reading and reference material. * Campervan Magazine *If you've ever dreamed of campervanning around France, this is the bible you need. A brilliant mix of comprehensive, practical info, and descriptions of 26 inspirational routes, with illustrated maps and photos to whet your appetite. * Woman's Own *Dorey takes it slow around our cross-Channel neighbour, finding plenty of scenic spots to park up and put the kettle on, as well as highlighting the top destinations for all kinds of travellers, from climbers and skiers to wine-lovers and walkers. * National Geographic Traveller *This new guide to the most scenic campervan routes around the mountains, coasts, valleys and vineyards of France is by campervan expert Martin Dorey. * Sunday Telegraph *features inspirational journeys * The Guardian *

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Book SynopsisSlow down. Simplify. Sleep with your ear to the earth. This is the ultimate guide to the art and joy of living outdoors, under canvas.Whether it's a fast-and-light backpacking adventure, a sea kayak safari, a family camping trip, or simply living and cooking outside in your garden, camping can do it all. Offering an escape from the stresses of everyday life, the art of camping lies in living simply, well. It's about paring back our busy, hyperconnected modern lives and embracing the many joys of living more slowly and connecting more meaningfully.The Camping Bible is the complete reference for newcomers and lifelong campers alike. Discover new adventures and clever hacks for Proper Camping, sleeping close to the earth in a shelter of stretched fabric held taught by pegs and guy lines, surrounded by the sounds of nature.It includes:- a complete introduction for beginners: tent selection; pitching tips; setting up portable kitchens<

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Book SynopsisA large-format guidebook to 29 short backpacking excursions of 2–4 days, plus one single-day route, in the Scottish Highlands and Islands. Perfect for a long weekend or short break, the routes cross rugged remote terrain, calling for good fitness, navigational skill and self-reliance. Covering the Inner and Outer Hebrides and the northern half of Scotland, the routes range from 13 to 94km (8–58 miles). Many offer the option to stay in a bothy, although the majority require at least one night’s wild camping. Clear route description illustrated with 1:100,000 mapping GPX files available for download Practical information for planning your trip, plus notes on history, geology, plants and wildlife A list of the Munros and Corbetts visited on the routes Inspirational colour photography Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Route summary table Introduction The Scottish Highlands Wildness and wilderness in a Scottish context Wildlife Plants and flowers Geology Backpacking in the Highlands Getting there Getting around Equipping for Scotland's backcountry Using bothies Backpacking with dogs Environmental impact and Leave No Trace Maps and route-finding Safety and emergencies Using this guide Western Highlands and Inner Hebrides Route 1 The Glen Etive Five Route 2 Fort William to Glenfinnan via north Ardgour Route 3 Streap and Braigh nan Uamhachan Route 4 The west coast of Jura Route 5 Around the coast of Rùm Route 6 Isle of Skye: Glen Sligachan, Loch Coruisk and Camasunary Central and Eastern Highlands Route 7 Ben Alder: Tour of the ridges Route 8 Blair Atholl to Kingussie Route 9 The Mòine Mhòr Munros Route 10 Ben Avon and Beinn a' Bhuird Route 11 Northeast Cairngorms Northwest Highlands Route 12 Inverinate Forest and the Gates of Affric Route 13 Affric Haute Route Route 14 Killilan Forest: Sgùman Còinntich, Faochaig, and Aonach Buidhe Route 15 The Applecross Peninsula: Sgùrr a' Chaorachain and Beinn Bh#xe0;n Route 16 Achnashellach, Bendronaig and West Monar Route 17 Coulin Forest Route 18 The Fannichs Route 19 Fisherfield and Letterewe Route 20 Flowerdale Three: Beinn Eoin, Beinn Dearg and Baosbheinn The Far North Route 21 The Postie's Path and the Coigach group Route 22 Glencoul, Gleann Dubh and Beinn Leòid Route 23 Ben Klibreck and the Ben Armine Forest Route 24 Around Strath Dionard Route 25 Cape Wrath, Sandwood Bay and the Parph Outer Hebrides Route 26 A circuit of Mingulay Route 27 Hecla, Beinn Mhòr and South Uist's wild east coast Route 28 Harris Hills, Loch R#xe8;asort and Cravadale Route 29 Isle of Lewis: Uig Hills and coast Route 30 Isle of Lewis: Pairc Peninsula Appendix A Table of Munros and Corbetts Appendix B Glossary Appendix C Further reading

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Book SynopsisAt just over 100 miles long, and taking 7 to 10 days to complete, the Arctic Circle Trail crosses the largest ice-free patch of West Greenland. This splendid trekking route, lying 25-30 miles north of the Arctic Circle runs from Kangerlussuaq to Sisimiut (both of which have airport access). The trail traverses remote, empty, silent and stunningly scenic arctic tundra, and is mostly gently graded with just a few short, steep and rocky slopes. However, the landscape between the two towns of Kangerlussuaq and Sisimiut is extremely remote and those who choose to take on this route must be competely self-sufficient. The book includes plenty of practical information on what to take with you and when to go, as well as on safety, travel and accommodation. Fully illustrated with a variety of photographs and its route is highlighted on continuous trekking maps. The guide also includes an optional extension to the Greenlandic ice cap.Table of ContentsMap key Polar view of Greenland Overview map Introduction Geology The ice cap Wildlife Plants and flowers History Culture Travelling to Greenland When to go Accommodation Toilets Health and safety Food, drink and fuel Language Money Communications Trekking in Greenland River crossings What to take Waymarking and access Maps Emergencies Using this guide Last chance to see? The Arctic Circle Trail Kangerlussuaq Preamble - Ascent of Sugar Loaf Optional Extension - Ice cap to Kangerlussuaq Day 1 Kangerlussuaq to Hundesø Day 2 Hundesø to Katiffik Day 3 Katiffik to Canoe Centre Day 4 Canoe Centre to Ikkattooq Day 5 Ikkattooq to Eqalugaarniarfik Day 6 Eqalugaarniarfik to Innajuattoq Day 7 Innajuattoq to Nerumaq Day 8 Nerumaq to Kangerluarsuk Tulleq Day 9 Kangerluarsuk Tulleq to Sisimiut 
Sisimiut Post-amble - Ascent of Nasaasaaq APPENDIX A Route summary table APPENDIX B Language notes and glossary APPENDIX C Useful contacts

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Book SynopsisDubbed 'the mountain connoisseurs' walk', the Cambrian Way stretches 479km between the mighty castles of Cardiff in the south and Conwy on the north coast. Traversing the heartland of Wales, the challenging route crosses the Brecon Beacons, the Cambrian Mountains and Snowdonia, passing through two national parks and visiting many of the country's iconic summits, including Pen y Fan, Pumlumon, Cadair Idris and Snowdon itself. It can be walked in three weeks (or in shorter sections) and is suitable for experienced hillwalkers with sound navigational skills. The guide presents the route in 21 stages, offering comprehensive route description illustrated with OS 1:50,000 mapping and elevation profiles. Details of accommodation and facilities are provided, along with a helpful trek planner showing their distribution along the route: although the trail passes through remote areas, it is possible to stay under a roof every night - though camping is also a possibility, should you prefer. There are background notes on Wales's history and geology and local points of interest, and a glossary of Welsh place-names, useful contacts and accommodation listings can be found in the appendices. From the Black Mountains to the Rhinogau, Glyderau and Carneddau, the route takes in lofty ridges, striking peaks and picturesque lakes. There are also fascinating glimpses into the country's ancient and more recent past: Iron Age hillforts, Norman castles, a Cistercian abbey, the Chartist Cave and relics from the mining industry. Offering superlative scenery, the Cambrian Way is a celebration of some of the best mountain walking Wales has to offer and promises a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in these celebrated landscapes.Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Route summary table Introduction The mountain connoisseurs' walk Wales, its history, people and language Geology and landscape Plants and animals When to go Travel Accommodation Kit Waymarking and navigation Food, water and supplies Emergencies Using this guide The route Stage 1 Cardiff to Machen Stage 2 Machen to Pontypool Stage 3 Pontypool to Abergavenny Stage 4 Abergavenny to Capel-y-ffin Stage 5 Capel-y-ffin to Crickhowell Stage 6 Crickhowell to Storey Arms Stage 7 Storey Arms to Glyntawe Stage 8 Glyntawe to Llandovery Stage 9 Llandovery to Tŷ'n-y-cornel Hostel Stage 10 Tŷ'n-y-cornel Hostel to Claerddu Stage 11 Claerddu to Ponterwyd Stage 12 Ponterwyd to Dylife Stage 13 Dylife to Dinas Mawddwy Stage 14 Dinas Mawddwy to Bwlch Llyn Bach Stage 15 Bwlch Llyn Bach to Barmouth Stage 16 Barmouth to Cwm Bychan Stage 16/17A Bad-weather route to Moelfryn following Taith Ardudwy Way Stage 17 Cwm Bychan to Maentwrog Stage 18 Maentwrog to Beddgelert Stage 19 Beddgelert to Pen-y-Pass Stage 20 Pen-y-Pass to Llyn Ogwen Stage 21 Llyn Ogwen to Conwy Appendix A The checkpoints Appendix B Glossary of Welsh words and places on the Cambrian Way Appendix C Useful contacts Appendix D Accommodation list

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Book SynopsisIn this book Tim Gent shares his enthusiasm for and experience of travelling and camping from an open canoe. He covers planning a journey; selecting the right canoe and equipment for the journey you are planning and how to pack your canoe. All the traditional skills of campcraft such as fire lighting, cooking on an open fire, campsite selection and many more are explored, as are the more modern lightweight options.If you read Tim's book you will be inspired to paddle off into the distance and experience the joys of a waterborne nomadic existence ...even if only for a break from our modern sedentary lifestyle.

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Book SynopsisBackpackers need to travel light whereas others can afford to take along more equipment in their vehicle or canoe. Tim caters for this and suggests different equipment lists and cooking techniques to cover the different approaches. Whether you are planning extended backwoods trips or simply an adventure with your children in the back garden this book will be an invaluable companion.

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Book SynopsisDartmoor hovers at the edge of almost every Devon view, drawing the gaze up towards those high tor-encrusted open spaces. The pull is strong, and Tim Gent's book is written for all walkers answering the call. Introducing Dartmoor, its geology, archaeology, weather, flora and fauna, this book offers advice on when and how to visit, clothing to wear, kit to take and guidance on safe travel. Setting out onto the moor itself, thirty routes are included, ranging in length from 4km to over 80km. Multi-day journeys make the most of permitted wild camping opportunities, and Tim's book also considers the gear and decisions needed to make the most of these overnight stays.

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Book SynopsisPicnics and outdoor meals are a classic theme in British food. Afternoon tea in the garden on a golden afternoon in late summer, a packed lunch consumed on a hilltop while the eyes feast on a magnificent view, and the tantalising smell of grilling from a barbecue are all part of this. Being outside sharpens the senses and the appetite, refreshes the soul and gives different perspectives – and National Trust properties provide a wealth of different environments in which to enjoy food outdoors. The book will include over 100 recipes covering picnics, barbecues and campfire food. They range from bresola rolls and lemon gin to be enjoyed as a punting picnic, to a warming minestrone and spiced parkin for bonfire night, a baba ganoush made with aubergines chargrilled on the barbecue, and mussels wrapped in seaweed and cooked on the embers of a campfire. Author Laura Mason gives tips on transporting and cooking the food in the great outdoors, as well as giving historical context to the recipes and suggesting the best National Trust places to eat outdoors.

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Book SynopsisGet into the great outdoors with this inspirational and practical guide to camping. Includes a guide to all the National Trust's sites – from camping to glamping and beyond – as well as the equipment, recipes and fun games you'll need. This is a practical and inspirational guide to camping. It's about getting outside and enjoying the Great British Outdoors, whether you want to do it under canvas or in a glamorous yurt. As well as a guide to all the locations and types of campsite the National Trust has – many in stunning scenery – there's information about everything from the best kind of tent to what kind of boots will keep blisters at bay. There's also a brilliant range of recipes that you can cook outdoors, even pizzas and cakes, so you can eat like a king in the wilderness. There are games and outdoor adventures for all ages – pond-dipping and tracking wildlife get you up close to nature, while kite-flying and building a woodland den brings out the adventurer in everyone.

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Book Synopsis A beautifully presented, practical gift guide to the age-old art of whittling. There are 50 projects featured in the book, ranging from quick makes to more elaborate projects, and even a chapter on creating things from cork. The 8 main themes are: Quick Things – including a doorstop, a bookmark and a gift-box book; Into The Woods – including a willow whistle, walking stick, fish hook and slingshot; Around The House – including chopsticks, coat and crochet hooks; Cork Creations – including a succulent pot, stamp, and earphones spool; Ornamental Carving – including a boat, a deer and a spinning top; Kitchen Carving – including a carrot flute, apple candle and onion flower; The Natural World – including a bird feeder and instructions to prepare a fish for cooking, a graft an apple tree. The projects cater for a range of skill levels and the instructions are complemented by smart step-by-step illustrations, which highlight the tactile quality of the material in hand. The book also includes an introduction with advice on selecting a penknife, maintaining your blade, choosing your caving material, and carving techniques. Featuring the ultimate crossover of cool craftsmanship and savvy survival-skill projects, this book is the perfect gift for creative adventurers.

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Book Synopsis A beautifully presented, practical gift guide to the age-old art of tying knots. The next title in Pavilion’s exciting new series for adventurers, this book follows on from the success of 50 Things to Do with a Penknife. The book features step-by-step instructions on how to tie 40 fundamental knots, and then shows you how your new skills can be transformed into a selection of practical and decorative projects. The book is divided in four sections: Classic Knots – featuring the Reef Bow and the True Lover’s Knot. Knots in this chapter can be used to create a wall hanging. Camping Knots – featuring the Tent Pole Hitch and the Rope Ladder. Knots in this chapter can be used to create an outdoor mat and a beaded bracelet. Climbing Knots – featuring the Alpine Butterfly and the Spanish Bowline. Knots in this chapter can be used to make a coaster and a bag. Maritime Knots – featuring the Anchor Bend and the Dry Fly. Knots in this chapter can be used to make a plant hanger and a hammock. The detailed instructions are complemented by smart step-by-step illustrations, which highlight the tactile quality of the material in hand. The book also includes an introduction with advice on putting together the knot lover’s ultimate toolbox, alongside explanations of key terms and techniques. Featuring the ultimate crossover of cool craftsmanship and nifty projects, this book is the perfect gift for creative adventurers.

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Book SynopsisThe Van Life Cookbook goes beyond a collection of recipes that can be made on a two-ring gas hob. It’s about an approach to cooking and eating that saves time and money, is good for the soul and makes the most of your immediate environment. Chef Danny Jack and his wife Hailee Kukura have travelled around the UK and USA in their self-build campervan, rediscovering the simple pleasures of a life spent in the great outdoors. In this book they have captured their passions for adventure and good food and distilled them into over 80 campervan-friendly dishes, sharing their knowledge of foraging, cooking over open fires and making the most of what nature has to offer. In Van Life Cookbook, they share a way of cooking that is sustainable and seasonal and bring together delicious recipes that can be made on a budget. The ingredients can be foraged, bought from a farm shop on the road or even a corner shop or garage, meaning there’s a recipe for every kind of adventure. Covering comforting breakfasts, quick-fix lunches and fireside feasts, as well as drinks, deserts, condiments and sides, this cookbook features delicious, accessible recipes to get you through the day (and your journey on the road). Think Tahini Porridge, Homemade Trail Mix, Turkish One-Pan Eggs, Winter Greens Minestrone, BBQ Fish Parcels, Date Night Tagliatelle and Flambéed Rum Bananas with Coconut Cream – all complete with top tricks, kitchen hacks and chef tips. From campervans, to canal boats and cabins, this book is a celebration of the unexpected opportunities that modest spaces and smaller budgets can offer.Trade Review“What do you get when an adventure-loving couple with extreme chef and design skills create a book? The Van Life Cookbook. This book will guide you on a tasty adventure no matter where you are. Be inspired! Forage, cook and feast." – Tom Hunt

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Book SynopsisIn this beautifully illustrated book, Annie Bell shows you how to make delicious and winning camping recipes with just the barest essentials to hand. Using a travelling barbecue, one-ring burner or a tripod and pot, she creates portable feasts such as Baba Ghanoush, Chicken Tagine with Pine Nuts and Raisins, and Apricots with Gooey Nougat, highlighting the best equipment to use for minimum mess and clearing up. From hearty brunches and tea & cake to one-pot cooking and sweet treats, this essential guide has more than 60 recipes for every occasion, so you can eat in style wherever you are.'There is enough variety to try a different meal every weekend for almost a year...Highly recommended.' - lovecamping.co.uk'The book celebrates alfresco dining at its best' - Countryfile'If you're not sure how to get beyond bangers and beans, Annie Bell's excellent and practical plastic-jacketed book on cooking outdoors will show you the way.' - The Week

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Book SynopsisJerry Apps shares 25 years of wilderness canoeing experience—wicked thunderstorms, inquisitive bears, swamping a canoe, and watching the night sky filled with stars—as well as advice from how to set up a camp and protect food from hungry bears, to minimalist cooking, appreciating a rainy day, and a history of the Boundary Waters region.

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Book SynopsisIn Primitive Camping and Bushcraft, author and outdoor survival expert Chris Speir provides readers with all of the information they need to participate in the most exciting, adventurous type of camping, safely and with confidence. In primitive camping, campers do without the standard resources one can find at a more traditional campsite, making do with whatever they bring in. Chris Speir, an expert at primitive camping technique, is the founder of Speir Outdoors, an online education resource that teaches viewers how to camp, the basics of bushcraft and survival technique, ensuring that every trip into the wild is one taken with confidence in one's ability to overcome whatever challenge they may come across. In this book, Speir covers a wide range of topics, enhanced throughout with full-color photography the details exactly how to perform each and every technique. Skills and technique covered include: What to know before you go Gear wh

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Book SynopsisJASON MARSTEINER is the owner of Colorado Mountain Man Survival LLC and The Survival University (TheSurvivalUniversity.com). Since 2010, Jason has been training individuals and groups, including military personnel and Special Forces, in the art of modern and primitive survival. He lives in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

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