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Book Synopsis Controversial Issues in Adventure Programming offers an engaging approach to the consideration of enduring, current, and emerging issues in the field. Written primarily for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students, the text presents 20 issues in a debate format, challenging students to participate in critical discourse concerning these issues as practitioners in the field of adventure programming. Respected authors Bruce Martin and Mark Wagstaff have assembled a team of more than 50 contributors from around the globe to reassess some of the underlying assumptions on which adventure programming is based. They have critically examined implications of new developments for emerging practice and discussed how best to position the field of adventure programming in addressing broader societal concerns. To set the stage for the debate, each issue is prefaced with a general overview, including the evolution of the issue and its significance in light of broader social concerns. Then, contributors present the pros and cons of each issue. A debate format helps students develop an understanding of the key points around each issue while also becoming familiar with current research pertinent to these issues. This approach also encourages students to grapple with these issues and begin to develop their own informed, thoughtful perspectives as they prepare for careers in adventure programming. Controversial Issues in Adventure Programming is divided into two parts. Part I begins by discussing issues of ongoing concern in the field, including the certification debate, motorized versus nonmotorized forms of outdoor recreation, and program accreditation. In part II, contemporary and emerging issues are presented, such as the use of online educational programming in the field of adventure programming. As a reference for practitioners and policy makers, Controversial Issues in Adventure Programming offers new and updated perspectives on enduring and emerging issues as well as a synthesis of the most recent related scholarly literature. In addition, the text serves as a resource in understanding how the adventure programming industry can contribute to addressing issues of broad concern in society, such as public health, global climate change, stewardship of public lands and waterways, and education reform. Controversial Issues in Adventure Programming encourages readers to participate in some of the central debates occurring in the field. In particular, this timely resource will help students broaden their understanding of the field as they critically examine and respond to a range of enduring, contemporary, and emerging topics in adventure programming. Table of ContentsPart I.Enduring Issues in Adventure ProgrammingIssue 1. Do the benefits of adventure programming outweigh the risks? Issue 2. Should principles of challenge-by-choice be integral to all adventure program experiences? Issue 3. Does the concept of transfer of learning sufficiently explain the way outcomes of adventure programming are generalized to other areas of participants’ lives? Issue 4. Should there be a professional certification in outdoor leadership? Issue 5. Should programs be accredited to ensure that they adhere to industry standards? Issue 6. Should motorized outdoor adventure pursuits be included in adventure programming? Issue 7. Should individuals with disabilities be fully accommodated in adventure programming? Issue 8. Should people of color be encouraged to participate in current outdoor adventure programs? Issue 9. Can adventure programming make a meaningful difference in promoting health and wellness in society? Issue 10. Does technology compromise the wilderness experience? Part II.Contemporary and Emerging Issues Issue 11. Should extreme sports, such as BASE jumping and other high-risk sports, be included in adventure programming? Issue 12. Should nonprofit and educational programs be required to obtain permits to use public land? Issue 13. Should Wilderness First Responder be the standard of care for wilderness leadership? Issue 14. Should wilderness program staff always accompany their participants? Issue 15. Should transgender youths be encouraged to favor specialized camps over mainstream camps? Issue 16. Does Leave No Trace make a difference beyond the scope of backcountry environmental practices? Issue 17. Are educational reform policies that stress standards and accountability compatible with pedagogical aims and practice in outdoor education? Issue 18. Are rational decision-making models the most effective method to train novice outdoor leaders? Issue 19. Is it possible to effectively accomplish the goals of outdoor education through online programming? Issue 20. Is outcomes-based research currently more important than critical research for the field of adventure programming?

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Book SynopsisThe true story of the 1972 Andes plane crash and rescue dramatised in Netflix''s Society of the SnowIn October 1972, Nando Parrado and his rugby club teammates were on a flight from Uruguay to Chile when their plane crashed into a mountain. Miraculously, many of the passengers survived but Nando''s mother and sister died and he was unconscious for three days.Stranded more than 11,000 feet up in the wilderness of the Andes, the survivors soon heard that the search for them had been called off - and realise the only food for miles around was the bodies of their dead friends ...In a last desperate bid for safety, Nando and a teammate set off in search of help. They climbed 17,000-foot-high mountains, facing death at every step, but inspired by his love for his family Nando drove them on until, finally, 72 days after the crash, they found rescue.Trade ReviewHis story is awesome. It is also enthralling, inspirational and an impressive testimony to one man's unquenchable instinct for survival and to the amazing resilience of the human spirit * Daily Mail *Given up for dead after an air crash in the Andes in 1972, Nando Parrado not only survived but showed the strength and determination that saved his own life and that of his fifteen friends. Now he gives his own account of his ordeal -enthralling, enlightening, modest, and moving. An impressive testimony to what love can achieve -- Piers Paul Read, author of AliveAn utterly compelling read * Sunday Express *Miracle in the Andes is an astonishing account of an unimaginable ordeal. In straightforward, staggeringly honest prose, Nando Parrado tells us what it took - and what it actually felt like - to survive high in the Andes 72 days after having been given up for dead. If you pick this book up, you will not be able to put it down -- Jon Krakauer, author of Into Thin AirFantastic - it's the most emotional book I've ever read -- Sir Jackie StewartThis book not only reveals the lengths to which humans will go to survive, it makes you question your own strengths and weaknesses ... [This] dramatic story is moving, powerful and riveting * Daily Express *Far and away the best book I've read this year is Miracle in the Andes by Nando Parrado, survivor and rescuer of the others who lived by desperate means through the horrific 1972 Andes plane crash * Publishing News *

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Book SynopsisIt's not necessary to travel far from home for a great hike. With these information-packed guides in hand, readers have everything they need for the adventure they seek, from an easy nature walk to a multiday backpacking trip. Each hike includes: location, length, hiking time, level of difficulty, and if dogs can come along. Other features include: Trail finder chart that categorizes each hike (e.g. for particular attractions such as scenic views and if it's suitable for families with kids)Full-color photos throughoutInformation on the area's history, geology, flora, and faunaFull-color maps of each trail

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Book SynopsisIf you want to get a total body work out, climbing is the way to do it, and building your own climbing wall allows you to train and have fun any time you want, rather than having to drive to a climbing gym during open hours. Building Your Own Climbing Wall provides the essential information you need to plan and construct your own indoor or outdoor climbing wall, including step by step instructions, equipment lists, information on how to make your own holds, and specific building plans and design ideas for making your climbing wall make maximum use of the space you have.

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Book SynopsisVenture into an animal''s life story through its tracks and signs. More than simply determining where an animal crossed the road, tracking can lead to a study of how the animal uses its habitat, how it travels, where it feeds or hunts, how it breeds and raises its young, and how it survives. In this book, leading tracking expert Jim Lowery distills his remarkable expertise, gained over decades of intensive research and practical field experience, into a comprehensive field guide to tracking North American mammals. Fully illustrated with hundreds of drawings and high-resolution photographs, The Tracker''s Field Guide sets a new standard for books on tracking. This easy-to-use guide features: Clearly written descriptions plus photos and illustrations of scats, tracks, and gait patterns Easy-to-use track measurements for each animal Tips on proper track interpretation technique Notes on the behavior and habitat of each mammal A glossa

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Book SynopsisFor a generation, the Basic Illustrated series has been as much a part of the outdoors experience as backpacks and hiking boots. Information-packed tools for the novice or handy references for the veteran, these volumes distill years of knowledge into affordable and portable books. Whether you''re planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, Basic Illustrated books tell you what you need to know. Use Basic Illustrated Animal Tracks to discover how to identify animal tracks, read other animal signs, make plaster casts and tracings, practice observation techniques, participate in conservation projects and more.

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Book SynopsisFor a generation, the Basic Illustrated series has been as much a part of the outdoors experience as backpacks and hiking boots. Information-packed tools for the novice or handy references for the veteran, these volumes distill years of knowledge into affordable and portable books. Whether you're planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, Basic Illustrated books tell you what you need to know.Learn how to:Forage for wild plants and herbs and identify edible berriesTreat a variety of ailments and illnesses, from colds to heart disease and moreDistinguish between edible and nonedible parts of plantsModerate your intake of certain plants and herbs to avoid physical illnessMake delicious desserts, herbal teas, and other healthy recipes

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Book SynopsisOutdoor Skills for Kids delivers relevant, expertly curated content perfect for kids. Outdoor skills expert and veteran author Buck Tilton provides readers with essential information on wilderness survival. With colorful illustrations, activities, and anecdotes that strengthen the reader's understanding of the material, this is the perfect book to teach children essential outdoor skills.

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Book SynopsisCurious to know what to do if you get caught in an avalanche? Ever wondered how to stop a runaway horse? Want to impress people by predicting the weather or telling time without a clock (or an iPhone app)? How to Send Smoke Signals, Pluck a Chicken & Build an Igloo is filled with 75 wilderness skills, from practical to potentially useless. In today's digital age that heavily relies on battery power, technology, and GPS, you'll read about what people did hundreds of years ago and how it could potentially save you today. Learn how to start a fire with ice, pluck a chicken, catch an eel, build an igloo, throw a lasso, and so many more unusual yet potentially life-saving skills. Told with a sense of humor and a lot of interesting insight, this is a fun, self-reliant read filled with information you may never use but will be glad to knowbecause you just never know!

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Book SynopsisBe prepared for any emergency situation with this personalized organizer to help keep you and your family safe no matter what the crisis.With the increase in earthquakes, terrible storms, pandemics, and other emergencies, it’s more important than ever to be ready for the unexpected. Owning an emergency kit and stocking up on essentials is a great place to start, but you will also need advice on how to respond to specific emergencies. Keeping yourself organized is key to how quickly you can respond in a worst-case scenario. In Case of Emergency: The Family Disaster Organizer is the perfect way to collect and organize the valuable information that will help you survive a crisis. Featuring expert guidance for real-life emergencies, basic first aid information, as well as places to record everything from evacuation plans to emergency contacts and your family’s medical history, this practical book will ensure that you truly have all the information you need when disaster strikes. Now you can put your mind at ease knowing that you’ve taken the necessary steps to prepare your family for any emergency situation that may come your way.

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Book SynopsisA splendid book . . . I can’t think of anyone I know who wouldn’t benefit from reading it' - Marcus Berkmann, Daily Mail'A brilliant, brilliant book' - Chris Evans, Virgin RadioNow including a new chapter on coping with a pandemic.What is the connection between crawling through a jungle and your ‘to do’ list? What can ejecting out of a stealth bomber teach you about the getting through a pandemic? What can surviving in extreme situations teach us about surviving everyday life?John Hudson, Chief Survival Instructor to the British Military, knows what it takes to survive. Combining first-hand experience with twenty years of studying the choices people have made under the most extreme pressure, How to Survive is a lifetime’s worth of wisdom about how to apply the principles of survival to everyday life.The cornerstone of military survival (surviving anything) is understanding the relationship between effort, hope and goals – a mindset that can be transposed anytime, anywhere. In How to Survive you will learn how this template for survival can be applied to any situation in your everyday life.Through gripping first-hand accounts of near disaster and survival stories from across the extreme world you will learn that by following these principles you can develop the mindset that will allow you to make better decisions under pressure, which are as equally applicable to first dates and presentations as to climbing Everest and getting lost at sea.'When it comes to survival and getting out of trouble, listen to this man. John is the real deal' - Levison WoodTrade ReviewWhen it comes to survival and getting out of trouble, listen to this man. John is the real deal -- Levison WoodWith clarity and humour, this book does what it says on the tin. John is the go-to-guy for survival wisdom -- Tristan Gooley, bestselling author of The Walker's Guide to Outdoor Clues and SignsJohn is the top survival brain in the British Forces today. He trains the trainers. His expertise extends far beyond this area into the deeper ethos behind survival . . . He is what a lot of so-called “survival experts” want to be -- Alf Evans, UK Military Aviation Survival Equipment Trials OfficerA brilliant, brilliant book -- Chris EvansA splendid book . . . I can’t think of anyone I know who wouldn’t benefit from reading it -- Marcus Berkmann, Daily MailSuperb in every respect. * Lt Colonel Dale Zelko *

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Book SynopsisHere in this critical guide is all the important medical techniques that you’ll need to know in order to survive in just about any situation. From wrapping life-threatening head wounds to treating a poisonous spider bite, The Complete U.S. Army Survival Guide to Medical Skills, Tactics, and Techniques has got you covered. Within these pages, you’ll find:• First-aid techniques for hundreds of different kinds of wounds.• Medical procedures necessary for properly treating animal bites and stings.• Proper procedures to follow when dealing with toxic environments.• And thousands more essential medical tips.With dozens of photographs and illustrations demonstrating these medical techniques and procedures first-hand, this guide is an essential read for every outdoorsman—from the novice weekend camper to the most seasoned survivalist. If you can’t find it in The Complete U.S. Army Survival Guide to Medical Skills, Tactics, and Techniques, then you don’t really need it.

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Book SynopsisA thorough introduction to an increasingly popular fishing sport.Did you know that kayak fishing has shot up in popularity over the past few years? Americans take more than 38 million kayak fishing trips every year. While most outdoors enthusiasts think of kayaks simply as boats, there are many great reasons to take up fishing from a kayak. A kayak is cheaper to maintain than a larger fishing boat; it can be launched from almost anywhere and piloted by almost anyone; and kayakers can access places larger boats can’t, opening up new fishing spots. So join in on the fun with The Ultimate Guide to Kayak Fishing.Joel Spring guides readers through choosing a kayak from the various types, transporting it, and outfitting it with the absolute necessities. He covers vital safety information, from life-preservers and waterproof cell-phone cases to boat traffic and weather concerns. Finally, he offers key insights for a successful kayak fishing experience. Topics covered include:Standing to fishCasting under brush and treesFishing in the windBait, casting, fly, and night fishing tips, tactics, and techniquesLanding fish in a kayakAnd much more!Spring finally offers further advice on kayak maintenance as well as making kayak fishing a friend and family event. Pick up a copy of The Ultimate Guide to Kayak Fishing for a complete introduction to this great, less-known fishing sport.

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Book SynopsisEverything you need to know about AK-47s from top firearms writers.The Guns & Ammo Guide to AK-47s is packed with a wealth of valuable information compiled by the foremost firearms writers today. A vast range of topics is covered in these articles, including:An RPK for AmericaGuns of the mercenariesNow: A civilian AKMAutomatic Carbine 5DSA’s RPDsMolot’s Wild BoarAK CutawayAnd much more!Discover tried and true tips, tactics, and techniques from the pros along with guidance on buying gear and firearms from experts including Tom Beckstrand, Jeremy Stafford, David M. Fortier, Jack Lott, and Eric R. Poole. The Guns & Ammo Guide to AK-47s has everything you could want to learn about AK-47s.

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Book SynopsisEverything you need to know about AR-15s from top firearms writers.The Guns & Ammo Guide to AR-15s is packed with a wealth of valuable information compiled by the foremost firearms writers today. A vast range of topics is covered in these articles, including:The lure of the SBRThe evolution of the REPRBore conditions that affect your cold-bore shotGeissele triggersAperture sightsHigh precision (down) rangeAR 9mm perfectionReloading for AR-15sAnd much more!Discover tried and true tips, tactics, and techniques from the pros along with guidance on buying gear and firearms from experts including Patrick Sweeney, David Faubion, SGM Kyle Lamb, Tom Beckstrand, and Eric R. Poole. The Guns & Ammo Guide to AR-15s has everything you could want to learn about AR-15s.

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Book SynopsisScale the world’s highest peaks, plunge to the depths of the ocean, wade through the dense jungles of the Amazon, and cross every terrain in between in Incredible Survival Stories. Featuring more than a dozen firsthand accounts from celebrated explorers and adventurers, this collection includes some of the most perilous accounts of man versus nature ever to be penned. Prepare to be amazed, as within these pages you’ll:• Join Theodore Roosevelt’s standoff with an African lion• Fight in the heat of battle with Ulysses S. Grant• Battle a sandstorm in the Gobi Desert with Sven Hedin• Discover uncharted American territory with Lewis and Clark• Follow Ernest Shackleton’s perilous Antarctic voyage• Circumnavigate the globe with Sir Francis Drake• And tag along on more than a dozen more adventures!With more than three dozen photographs and illustrations that help bring these astounding tales to life, Incredible Survival Stories is a must-have for every armchair adventurer and aspiring explorer.Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Sports Publishing imprint, is proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in sports—books about baseball, pro football, college football, pro and college basketball, hockey, or soccer, we have a book about your sport or your team.In addition to books on popular team sports, we also publish books for a wide variety of athletes and sports enthusiasts, including books on running, cycling, horseback riding, swimming, tennis, martial arts, golf, camping, hiking, aviation, boating, and so much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

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Book SynopsisA diverse collection of remarkable stories that represent the universal thrill of the hunting experience.From stalking the big game of the African savannah, to grouse shooting in the American Northeast, to bear hunting in the Pacific Northwest, a hunter’s experience is as varied as the terrain that he or she traverses. But what is universal is the joy and elation that a hunter experiences while out in the field. Found in this collection are timeless works from celebrated writers that aim to explore the mysterious grip that hunting has held on the hearts and imaginations of those it ensnares for centuries. Within these pages, the reader can: Join Theodore Roosevelt on some of his most legendary hunting trips Snare woodland birds with Lamar Underwood Bring down a killer lion with Colonel J. M. Paterson Triumph with Jim Corbett as he stalks a man-eating tigress Reflect on the Hunter's Moon with Gene Hill And enjoy many more hunting adventures! With more than three dozen photographs and illustrations that masterfully bring these stories to life, Incredible Hunting Stories is a must-have for every hunting and outdoor enthusiast looking to share in the joy of their chosen sport.

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Book SynopsisKnow which rifles can defend you and your family.In the chaos of a survival situation, firearms will be important tools for protecting yourself, your family, and your supplies as well as for hunting animals for food. In A Prepper’s Guide to Rifles, Robert K. Campbell discusses the best rifles to have with you in any confrontation—including the end of the world as we know it. Rifles that are easy to carry and lightweight and that shoot accurately and reliably at close ranges are ideal candidates for personal protection. He covers the fairly standard AR family but also pistol calibers, .22s, and more nontraditional choices.In A Prepper’s Guide to Rifles, Campbell explores specific rifles that are appropriate for urban, rural, and suburban environments, with tips on how to use them in each context. Whether at home or in a survival scenario, these rifles are the best for defense.A Prepper’s Guide to Rifles not only reviews the specific features of defensive rifles but how to use them—whether on the move, in a defensive situation, while retreating, or in other circumstances. Campbell also offers expert tips on how to improve your marksmanship, how to maintain your firearms, crucial gun safety rules, what ammo and optics to purchase, and more.

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Book SynopsisStay safe with this simple pocket referenceThe age of carefree travel is over. The threats of criminal acts and of terrorism, both internationally and domestically, are an all-too-common reality. Last year saw more than fourteen thousand terrorist incidents across the globe—it’s no wonder that people are frightened when they are away from home.The Terrorism Survival Guide: 201 Travel Tips on How Not to Become a Victim can help take away that fear. The book is an easy-to read pocket guide with hundreds of tips that help take away the worry of business and vacation travels.These tips are designed for everyone and cover a wide range of topics:Staying safe at airportsHow to protect your luggage“Low profile” tourismTraveling with childrenWhat to do if capturedIn addition to travel tips, the book gives contact information for US embassies and consulates worldwide, US Customs information, State Department terrorism updates, and TSA guidelines. The Terrorism Survival Guide will make you a wiser, smarter, and safer traveler.Trade Review“Andy Lightfoot brings a wealth of information that can aid in avoiding, and surviving, terrorism.” —Matt Graham, author of Epic Survival and star of Discovery Channel’s Dual Survival “For both frequent and occasional travelers in today’s increasingly threatening world, this all-encompassing guide will enhance your travel safety and enjoyment. Pack this guide with all your travel essentials. It encompasses all the pertinent advice and recommendations you will need.” —Jim Hawes, former Navy SEAL officer “The threat of terrorism is now a part of our lives, especially if we travel. The Terrorism Survival Guide gives the reader valuable information as to how prepare for, and react to, terrorism if ever his travel locates him in the wrong place at the wrong time.” —J. Wayne Fears, author of The Pocket Outdoor Survival Guide “It’s clear to everyone that overseas travel is not now what it was even a few years back. But despite all the angst involved in facing the new challenges and uncertainties, there’s nothing sweaty-palmed or hysterical about Lightbody’s handbook, just a calm, near exhaustive, clearly written, superbly organized guide for today’s traveler. It’s just the thing, whether your globe-trotting is for pleasure or for profit.” —Stephen Brennan, author of Bugles, Boots and Saddles: Exploits of the U. S. Cavalry and Survival Skills of the Native Americans “The Terrorism Survival Guide is an essential read for the traveler in his or her journeys both foreign and domestic. Having found myself in the wrong place at the wrong time in more than one country over the past decade I find the information realistic and valuable. I cannot offer higher praise.” —Robert K. Campbell, author of A Prepper’s Guide to Rifles “The Terrorism Survival Guide is the kind of book I would give my own kids as they head out from college to see the world and face real life. It’s concise, easy to read, practical, and full of specific answers to real questions. Great stuff worth every penny.” —David Black, author of What to Do When the Shit Hits the Fan “Being a traveler in today’s world begs preparation the likes of which could be the protocol of a secret agent. Going well beyond staging the vacant home and how to pack, Lightbody offers hard-to-find overseas resources for when trouble strikes. When it comes to planning a trip, don’t be a beginner. Get this book!” —Roger Eckstine, author of Shooter’s Bible Guide to Home Defense “Never in the history of humankind has our world been so uncertain, so absolutely unpredictable. The more than one thousand people injured or killed in the first bombing of the World Trade Center in New York City never suspected the attack. Of the six thousand commuters who were casualties of the Sarin nerve gas attack on a crowded Tokyo subway in 1995, not one of them saw it coming. The three thousand people who died in the September 11, 2001 attack that destroyed the World Trade Center were like wise unawares. The countenances of terrorism are the faces of cowards, people who are by themselves insignificant to the operation of the world; but it’s this very facelessness that makes The Terrorism Survival Guide a must-read for everyone who isn’t a hermit living on a remote mountaintop. If you can't anticipate it and you can’t prevent it, then you need to learn to survive it, and this book is a big step in the right direction.” —Len McDougall, author of The Ultimate Sh*t Hits the Fan Survival Guide “As a former emergency manager and terrorism response instructor, I find The Terrorism Survival Guide to be an easy-to-follow guide that gives essential tips to survive. The information inside is the same as what I give my own family.” —David Nash, author of 52 Prepper Projects“Andy Lightfoot brings a wealth of information that can aid in avoiding, and surviving, terrorism.” —Matt Graham, author of Epic Survival and star of Discovery Channel’s Dual Survival “For both frequent and occasional travelers in today’s increasingly threatening world, this all-encompassing guide will enhance your travel safety and enjoyment. Pack this guide with all your travel essentials. It encompasses all the pertinent advice and recommendations you will need.” —Jim Hawes, former Navy SEAL officer “The threat of terrorism is now a part of our lives, especially if we travel. The Terrorism Survival Guide gives the reader valuable information as to how prepare for, and react to, terrorism if ever his travel locates him in the wrong place at the wrong time.” —J. Wayne Fears, author of The Pocket Outdoor Survival Guide “It’s clear to everyone that overseas travel is not now what it was even a few years back. But despite all the angst involved in facing the new challenges and uncertainties, there’s nothing sweaty-palmed or hysterical about Lightbody’s handbook, just a calm, near exhaustive, clearly written, superbly organized guide for today’s traveler. It’s just the thing, whether your globe-trotting is for pleasure or for profit.” —Stephen Brennan, author of Bugles, Boots and Saddles: Exploits of the U. S. Cavalry and Survival Skills of the Native Americans “The Terrorism Survival Guide is an essential read for the traveler in his or her journeys both foreign and domestic. Having found myself in the wrong place at the wrong time in more than one country over the past decade I find the information realistic and valuable. I cannot offer higher praise.” —Robert K. Campbell, author of A Prepper’s Guide to Rifles “The Terrorism Survival Guide is the kind of book I would give my own kids as they head out from college to see the world and face real life. It’s concise, easy to read, practical, and full of specific answers to real questions. Great stuff worth every penny.” —David Black, author of What to Do When the Shit Hits the Fan “Being a traveler in today’s world begs preparation the likes of which could be the protocol of a secret agent. Going well beyond staging the vacant home and how to pack, Lightbody offers hard-to-find overseas resources for when trouble strikes. When it comes to planning a trip, don’t be a beginner. Get this book!” —Roger Eckstine, author of Shooter’s Bible Guide to Home Defense “Never in the history of humankind has our world been so uncertain, so absolutely unpredictable. The more than one thousand people injured or killed in the first bombing of the World Trade Center in New York City never suspected the attack. Of the six thousand commuters who were casualties of the Sarin nerve gas attack on a crowded Tokyo subway in 1995, not one of them saw it coming. The three thousand people who died in the September 11, 2001 attack that destroyed the World Trade Center were like wise unawares. The countenances of terrorism are the faces of cowards, people who are by themselves insignificant to the operation of the world; but it’s this very facelessness that makes The Terrorism Survival Guide a must-read for everyone who isn’t a hermit living on a remote mountaintop. If you can't anticipate it and you can’t prevent it, then you need to learn to survive it, and this book is a big step in the right direction.” —Len McDougall, author of The Ultimate Sh*t Hits the Fan Survival Guide “As a former emergency manager and terrorism response instructor, I find The Terrorism Survival Guide to be an easy-to-follow guide that gives essential tips to survive. The information inside is the same as what I give my own family.” —David Nash, author of 52 Prepper Projects

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Book SynopsisLearn all the tricks and tips to having a successful fishing experience.Gordon Churchill has been an enthusiastic angler all of his life, ever since he was little and would go fishing with his father in the lakes of upstate New York. Churchill shares his tips, tricks, and passion for fishing in Fly Fishing the Southeast Coast. Learn that you don’t have to travel to the Bahamas or any other far exotic island to find the perfect catch. Many ideal places are right here in the United States, including Pamlico Sound, North Carolina, and St. Augustine, Florida.In order to fly fish successfully, a fisherman must know what kind of species he or she wants, what rod and line combo works best, what flies to stock, and of course when and where to be.For each chapter, Churchill gives advice on where to find specific species of fish, from the striped bass in the southeast region of the Roanoke River to mahimahi in the Gulf Stream, forty miles off of Morehead City, North Carolina, as well as specifics on the approach of catching each species, as they’re all quite different. While full of tips and advice, Churchill makes it clear that, if ever fishing on the coast, you must be involved in a conservation effort. The environment and fish are constantly in danger, so make sure to always be aware and put your planet first!

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Book SynopsisDozens of new flies in full color from America’s favorite flytier.Doug Swisher cowrote Selective Trout, the bestselling fly-fishing book of all time. Now he’s back with brand new flies.Back in the ’80s, right after Selective Trout was first published, many fly-tying books came on the market that were pushing the merits of the types of flies Carl Richards and Doug Swisher developed, like the No-Hackle Dun, Hen Spinner, Emerger, and Still-Born. Those were types of flies that had never been written about before. Then, a few years later, in the early 2000s, the emphasis switched drastically to what you would call streamer and attractor patterns.Flies for Selective Trout covers a few of the “No Hackle Types” and many of Doug’s new attractor flies, like glow in the dark, ultraviolet, brush flies, advanced pupas, and our action-dubbing versions—with wiggly legs right in the dubbing!New flies include:No Hackle PMDDuckquill EmergerMono Caddis PupaVelcro Green & MeanAnd much more!The Swishers also include tips on how to fish the new flies, as well as where they were developed. Pick up a copy of Flies for Selective Trout to learn about all of the new materials and tying techniques that make these new flies so exciting!

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Book SynopsisFor the first time in paperback!The Little Red Book of Hunter’s Wisdom is packed full of thoughtful and witty quotes on the essence of man and his relationship to the hunt, with all its joys, idiosyncrasies, and challenges. Being a true hunter is a way of life, and this book is packed with memorable comments from men and women who live and breathe it. Read musings on the hunt from such noteworthy folks as:Ernest HemingwayAnnie OakleyRudyard KiplingDavid MametWilliam FaulknerMarco PoloAnd hundreds of others!The Little Red Book of Hunter’s Wisdom has words to live by for any outdoors enthusiast who enjoys a weekend in the woods or a relaxing Sunday on the lake. Whether you gobble it all up in one day or enjoy it over your lifetime, the wisdom in this book will last forever.

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Book SynopsisNormally, retreats are built to blend in to their surroundings for the sake of secrecy, and are built by those who don’t want others to know anything about their retreat. Dave Black explores these places and gets to go where most people never go—through the chain link fence, past the guard dog, and into the rarely seen survival retreat. You will learn how to: Protect and defend your retreat Build in the right location Live safely in your retreat Harvest food and water Plan the perfect survival strategy Dave Black goes into detail to teach you everything you ever needed to know about survival retreats. Not only will you learn how to protect them, but you will learn how and where to build them, and most importantly, what to do after you’ve fortified. There’s a lot to know and with this book you’ll be prepared for the inevitable apocalypse . . .

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Book SynopsisFor anyone who spends time in the backcountry, understanding not only what sorts of dangers you can run into out there but also exactly what those risks can do to you is part of being a smart, well informed outdoor traveler. In Lost and Stranded, author Timothy Sprinkle breaks down the perils that can befall hikers, hunters, and other outdoor enthusiasts. There are animal encounters, weather events (lightning strikes), parasites (giardia), biting insects (bees/wasps), winter hazards (avalanches), natural disasters (forest fires), hypothermia, dehydration, disorientation, and much, much more to worry about. Although these risks are generally well known, what’s less understood by many adventurers is what exactly happens to you when, say, you become malnourished in the backcountry. What does it feel like? How does the condition progress? How long do you generally have before the body shuts down? What helps or hurts when you’re fighting for survival? Lost and Stranded will answer these questions and many more by taking an inside look at more than two dozen outdoor hazards. Each one will include a narrative section that dramatizes the experience of a certain situation based on real-world events. From there, information from expert sources—medical doctors, first responders, wildlife experts, and others—will fill in the details around exactly how each scenario plays out on the ground, followed by suggestions on how to avoid or survive each risk factor, making this book is a vital resource for outdoor travelers.Trade Review“Anyone trying to enjoy wilderness experiences will find this useful.”--Booklist“Anyone trying to enjoy wilderness experiences will find this useful.”--Booklist

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Book SynopsisFood, Water, First Aid, and Self-Defense Tips for Surviving Natural Disasters, Extreme Weather, Pandemics, Biological Threats, Terrorist Attacks, and RiotsIt could be a fire, flood, hurricane, tornado, or hailstorm. Financial system collapse or bioterrorism. Governmental shutdown or societal breakdown. The world is full of possible threats, and they seem to be coming at us from all sides these days. Jason Ryder Adams covers everything you need to know prepare your home, keep your family safe, and get ready to leave if the worst happens. You’ll learn how to: Prep with children and pets (and do test runs ahead of time) Plan for staying put, sealing yourself in, and leaving depending on the threat Choose and protect a safe location and develop an escape route Defend your family with self-defense training and firearms Put together a 72-hour emergency kit, bug-out bag, and first aid kit So don’t panic—prepare! Prepping today is for everyone. Survival Prepping is written for ordinary folks who want to get started on preparing for the worst. Adams shares bug-out plans for every scenario, safety tips, and invaluable checklists for acquiring the right supplies for emergency situations. Survival Prepping will help you ensure your family survives—and hopefully thrives—should a disaster strike.

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Book SynopsisLearn how to navigate without a compass, even when it seems impossible! Whether we are walking or driving, whether in the woods, on the water, or in the city, it’s vital that we know where we are and are able to find our way around. But with society’s current dependence on modern tools and technology, many persons would have no idea how to navigate without a compass or GPS. In an emergency situation, that lack of knowledge could easily prove fatal. In The Ultimate Guide to Navigating without a Compass, survival expert Christopher Nyerges provides readers with all the skills that they may need to navigate naturally. The book begins by describing the meaning of natural navigation, and then moves on to describe, in detail, the methods of natural navigation, including using the sun, the stars, the moon, and shadows. Additional topics include: How to read a map How to make a sun dial How to make a star dial

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Book SynopsisThe Apocalypse could arrive at any moment, but with Surviving the Apocalypse, you'll be well-prepared and well-trained enough to survive any disaster—even the end of the world as we know it. Being prepared for what’s out there is important—you have to know what to do when everything falls apart. Knowing how to survive the end of the world as we know it will prepare you for anything and everything that could possibly go wrong. From packing the proper survival kit, to surviving on the battlefield, being physically fit, and coping in the event of a socio-economic collapse, Soldier of Fortune magazine, along with N. E. MacDougald, will make sure that you’re never caught off-guard in any situation, from natural and economic disasters to pandemics and civil unrest—even nuclear war. The purpose of this book is to provide the reader with real-world, practical information that will help them to not only survive, but thrive during a period that is likely not just another downturn in the economic cycle, but according the many experts, instead the beginning of a long downward slide, and possibly the very peak in our 10,000-year experiment of civilization. While you may not plan on being in a war zone, you never know what will happen, so the best thing to always do is be prepared. Whether it's learning how to barter and haggle, how to get the proper camouflage, or how to choose the right weapon for any situation, MacDougald and Surviving the Apocalypse will give you the training and knowledge that goes into surviving any and every dangerous situation imaginable.

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Book SynopsisWhen the Sh*t Hits the Fan and The End of The World As We Know It Has Arrived, Who Will Survive and Who Will Perish? Chances are that those people who seriously prepare ahead of time, who have contingency survival plans, will have a definite edge over most other people. Part of those contingency plans involve having the right gear to help you make it. In this book, survival expert James C. Jones lists every item of gear you need to have in order to survive and, eventually, thrive. Here you will find detailed descriptions of the following gear: sleeping bags, shovels and saws, stoves, clothing and footwear, advanced medical care equipment, communications and monitoring devices, biological and chemical survival equipment, and much more. Not only is every item examined carefully, but Jones also tells you how to use it, and how to maintain it. You may not take the possible ending of the world seriously, but you need to, as it is a real possibility - and those who survive are those who are prepared.

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive guide to surviving any situation Green Beret and outdoor survival expert Mykel Hawke provides the most practical and accessible survival skills and information necessary for anyone to survive an unexpected situation in the outdoors. These are the most tried-and-true methods based on Hawke’s 25-year career as a captain in the US Army Green Berets, founder of the survival training company Spec Ops Inc, and popular survival expert on a wide range of television shows. Geared to the untrained civilian, Hawke provides essential and easy-to-apply information on shelter, water, fire, food, survival psychology, first aid, tools, navigation, signalling, and basic natural phenomena. Hawke’s Green Beret Survival Manual gives every listener the tools necessary to survive the worst imaginable circumstance and make it out alive

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Book SynopsisThis comprehensive new edition of U.S. Army Survival Manual, issued by the Department of the Army and thoroughly revised by Colonel Peter T. Underwood USMC (Ret), is ideal for military personnel and all outdoors enthusiasts. From the psychology of survival and basic medicine to personal camouflage and signaling techniques, this essential resource provides all the information you need to survive. Included here is a guide to identifying: • Poisonous snakes and lizards • Edible plants • Cloud formations as foretellers of weather • And more! With detailed photographs and illustrations and an extensive set of appendices, U.S. Army Survival Manual is your ultimate guide to survival in all conditions and environs.

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Book SynopsisDo you think that you and your family are self-reliant? If an apocalypse occurs, will you be able to provide for them and keep them safe? Will you be able to survive? The best way to prepare for the future is not through fancy tools, gadgets, or go bags—it’s having the experience and knowledge that will best equip you to handle the unexpected. It doesn’t matter how prepared you are for disaster, however, if you run out of food. Then you'll be scrounging to survive along with everyone else. Everyone begins somewhere, especially with learning how to stock your pantry for an indefinite period of time. In Food Fundamentals for the Apocalypse, you’ll find a project for every week of the year, designed to teach you the fundamentals of canning and preserving any sort of food as safely as possible. Self-reliance isn’t about building a bunker and waiting for the end of the world. It’s about making sure you have enough food to feed your family should the worst happen. Food Fundamentals for the Apocalypse, an updated version 52 Unique Techniques for Stocking Food for Preppers, is the ultimate instructional guide to preparing food and making sure that it keeps. It is a must-have book for those with their eye on the future.

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Book SynopsisAre you prepared for the end of the world as you know it? It can be all too easy to think of disaster as something that happens to others. But the world is a volatile place, and despite our best efforts we can quickly find ourselves in dangerous or even deadly situations. Proper preparation can ensure that, when that does happen, we have the tools and knowledge necessary to survive. This guide is the ultimate reference on how to prepare for disaster and how to respond when it strikes. Through it you will learn the basics of how to survive and how to reduce your reliance on modern conveniences so that, no matter what happens, you won’t be caught unprepared. The information gathered in this volume includes knowledge and advice from experienced preppers, outdoorsmen, and survival experts. It will help everyone from the beginner trying to start a food pantry to the seasoned veteran who is looking for a few extra tips and tricks to become more self-reliant. The Ultimate Prepper’s Handbook contains information and techniques concerning: Starting a food pantry Home and self-defense Emergency first-aid Carrying a concealed firearm Dealing with specific disasters Medical assessments Bug out bags Survival shelters Foraging, hunting, and trapping Finding water Reducing energy use Growing your own food This book will not just get you ready beforehand—when a disaster happens, it will provide ideas for surviving, coping, and recovering.

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Book SynopsisThis is a guide book for those totally new to the art of tying flies. Until now, learning flytying from a book has not only been challenging, but often the cause of great frustration, with photographs or diagrams making even the elementary techniques difficult to grasp. Step-by-step images help a reasonably proficient flytyer understand the stages in making a fly, but for the new beginner, there will always be a gap between each step-by-step image, which can be bewildering. Seeing the manual maneuvers that take place in these pages can make the different between success and failure for a beginner. The techniques you will learn in this book are the building blocks for which all successful fishing flies, even the most complex ones, are based.

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