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LEGARE STREET PR A Guide Through The District Of The Lakes In The North Of England
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£23.70
LEGARE STREET PR A Guide Through The District Of The Lakes In The North Of England
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£13.95
LEGARE STREET PR The Fighting Man of Japan
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£22.75
LEGARE STREET PR The Fighting Man of Japan
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£14.11
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform Where's the Next Shelter?
£14.87
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform Tyred out: Cycling adventures in Scotland
£12.39
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform Mit Insulin und Rad durch Europa - Reiseplanung und Durchführung
£15.60
Publication Consultants Me Caribou Is On Fire: International Adventures of An Alaskan Hunting Guide
£14.95
Echo Point Books & Media, LLC Thousand-Mile Summer
£21.49
Independently Published Epic Hiking
£13.48
Andrews UK Limited A Guide to Verona: Five Walking Tours
£12.39
Independently Published Patagonia, Tierra del Fuego: Smart Travel Guide for Nature Lovers, Hikers, Trekkers, Photographers
£18.12
Ferryhill Press Hiking Lysefjord and Beyond: day trips in the Stavanger Region
£19.94
Books on Demand Les rêveries du promeneur solitaire: Le testament
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£18.52
Books on Demand Alpenüberquerung Oberstdorf - Meran: Eine
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£11.97
Books on Demand Auf Schusters Rappen allein durch Island
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£23.12
Nui Publishing Hiking in Sweden - Mountain Routes and Gear
£22.54
Independently Published A Trekking Guide to Manaslu and Tsum Valley: Lower Manaslu & Ganesh Himal
£17.50
Penguin Putnam Inc The Intimate City
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£21.59
Universe Publishing The Anglers Bucket List
Book SynopsisInformation-packed and heavily illustrated, this guide to the world’s best places to fish is carefully curated and evenly split between fresh- and saltwater fishing. There’s something for every type of angler, from fishing in streams, lakes, and ponds to the seven seas.Every angler, whatever their preferred form of fishing, has a bucket list: dream fish to seek out, the ones that got away, the once-glimpsed fishing nirvanas. With 500 wildly different fishing experiences from around the globe, this bucket list draws on the wisdom of a host of angling writers.Opening with essential advice for travel, permits, and hiring local help, the book is divided into sections by continent. Each entry is labeled by location, target fish species, and best time of year to visit. In each case, there is something special beyond the thrill of the catch: the natural beauty of the location, its connection to iconic anglers, or its reputation for excellence as a fishing grTrade Review.
£22.91
Interlink Publishing Group, Inc Walking Palestine: 25 Journeys into the West Bank
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£21.59
Avalon Travel Publishing Moon Tucson (Second Edition)
Book SynopsisSee Tucson with a Local!Experience the laid-back atmosphere and vibrant culture of this artsy desert enclave with Tucson local Tim Hull.What you'll find in Moon Tucson:Strategic, flexible itineraries that can be adapted for your schedule, including: "The Best of Old Pueblo in Three Days," "Sonoran Desert Adventures," "Midtown Biking," and "Southwest Style"Full-color, vibrant photos and detailed maps Honest advice on when to go, where to stay, how to get there, and how to get aroundThe top sights and unique activities: Visit remnants of ancient cultures, or explore vestiges of the Old West's legendary conquistadores, cowboys, and outlaws. Browse galleries of Pueblo art, hit an eclectic fusion restaurant, and shop for one-of-a-kind Native American crafts. Find the best resorts for golfing or a spa day, taste phenomenal Mexican food, and discover the top spots to sample the local nightlifeDetailed coverage of restaurants, shops, and nightlifeExpert insight from Tucson local Tim HullSuggestions for excursions outside of the city, including Kartchner Caverns and the Huachuca Mountains, Bisbee and Tombstone, the Border Region, and Willcox and the Chiricahua Mountains Thorough information, including background on the landscape, plants and animals, climate, and local cultureWith Moon Tucson's curated advice, myriad activities, and local insight, you can experience the city your way.
£9.99
WW Norton & Co 50 Hikes in the North Georgia Mountains
Book SynopsisFew hikers know the North Georgia Mountains as well as Johnny Molloy. In 50 stunning trails, he’ll take you to waterfalls, overlooks, gigantic trees, historic sites, and landmarks such as Tallulah Gorge, Raven Cliff Falls, and the Chattooga River. In a region with an incredible wealth of hiking options, Molloy outlines his picks for the most worthwhile routes, providing options for day, overnight, and multi-day hikes for explorers of every skill level. This fully updated 4th edition of 50 Hikes in the North Georgia Mountains features 5 brand new trails, detailed maps, clear and concise directions, and expert tips for enjoying every moment of your hike—whether you’re looking for sublime mountaintop views, peaceful walks through nature, or your next great challenge. Including full-color photographs and maps, this is the perfect book to help you plan the ultimate Georgia outdoor adventure!
£18.99
Luath Press Ltd 50 Shades of Hillwalking
Book SynopsisIn 50 wide-ranging tales of adventure and misadventure, Ralph Storer takes his usual quirky look at the peculiar pursuit of messing about on mountains. Walking, climbing, mountain biking, caving… he’s tried it all but admits to expertise only in the lost art of festering. With room also for contemplation and argument, his 50 Shades will amuse, inspire and inform.Follow in his footsteps as he roves from the Lake District to the Alps, from Snowdonia to Scandinavia, from the Scottish Highlands to the deserts and canyons of America. Warm to his intrepid exploits of derring-do and not-so-derring-do as he gets snowbound in a tent, gets stuck on ice falls and in caves, and falls off mountain bikes and sand dunes.Culled from not-yet-a-lifetime of eclectic escapades both at home and abroad, his highly entertaining experiences will resonate with anyone whose aspirations outstrip their ability.Trade ReviewStorer's writing is light-hearted, easily digestible and skilful, as these 50 varied yet connected pieces of work demonstrate. - ACTIVE OUTDOORS
£7.99
Nextunicorn Publisher Proprietorship Elbe Radweg (Elbe River Cycle Path)
£15.99
MP-NMX Uni of New Mexico Arizona Family Outdoor Adventure An AllAges
Book SynopsisWhether you’re planning your first family adventure or you’re a seasoned pro, Arizona Family Outdoor Adventure is the definitive guide for families exploring the Grand Canyon State.Trade ReviewChels Knorr delivers both inspiration and practical advice for outdoor travel from a parent who has been there. Arizona Family Outdoor Adventure will quickly become your essential guide to trip planning and memory making in the Grand Canyon State." —Ashley M. Biggers, author of Eco-Travel New Mexico: 86 Natural Destinations, Green Hotels, and Sustainable Adventures
£17.06
WW Norton & Co America's Best Day Hikes: Spectacular Single-Day
Book SynopsisBeautifully illustrated, this best-of compendium features the most memorable one-day hikes in every region of the United States from Sierra Buttes Lookout in Tahoe National Forest to Grinnell Glacier Trail in Montana's Glacier National Park to Giant Mountain in Adirondack Park and beyond. Organized by region, this guide goes into detail about what makes each hike so remarkable and why it might be worth a detour or even a special journey for someone looking to broaden their horizons. All of the hikes are doable during daylight hours and none require camping. America’s Best Day Hikes comes with all the information anyone would need to experience these unique locations, including details about the hike itself—difficulty, duration, seasonal hazards, and more.—as well as traveling, planning, and packing suggestions. All this paired with Derek Dellinger’s stunning photography makes this incredible volume a must-have for any lover of the outdoors.
£22.79
WW Norton & Co Kayaking the Inside Passage: A Paddler's Guide
Book SynopsisThe Inside Passage is something of a holy grail for contemporary sea kayakers. It is without question the most scenic and challenging paddling trip in North America. Revised with route updates, map improvements, and stunning color photography, Kayaking the Inside Passage will aid kayakers in planning paddling trips on the rugged Pacific artery that runs along the western edge of North America. Robert Miller has traversed these waters for decades and created this inimitable guide to kayaking the entire 1,300- mile length of the Inside Passage along one select route with some alternate variations. No other paddling guide covers the entire length of the Inside Passage. Miller includes complete historical and natural background, along with proficiency and equipment recommendations. Paddlers will get the most out of their experience with the advice and hard- won insight of a seasoned veteran.
£15.19
WW Norton & Co Cuba by Bike: 36 Rides Across the Caribbean's
Book SynopsisCuba is continuing to see a big upswing in American and Canadian tourism since relations between the nations were relaxed a couple years ago. As locals and thrifty travelers know, the cheapest, healthiest, most scenic—and often fastest—way to travel in Cuba is by bicycle. The rides vary in length, many combining to create multiday loops. Detailed directions describe rides leaving Havana to the west and east. Subsequent rides are clustered in the three best regions of Cuba for cycling: Pinar del Rio, Central Cuba, and the Oriente. Organized cleverly by regions outside Havana that are just made for cycling, this guide will include 36 rides that make the most of every mile. In addition to directions, maps, and a scenic itinerary for each ride, there will also be crucial information for the bicycling traveler, including where to get supplies and equipment, how to safely park your bike, safety tips, and more.
£17.09
Editatum GuíaBurros Rutas por lugares míticos y sagrados
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£12.07
Zondervan You Are My Sunshine
Book SynopsisA laugh-out-loud funny true story of a loving relationship, a grand adventure, and a promise kept. It was only a few years after the starry-eyed young couple got married when scary news threatened to take the wind out of their sails. But Sean Dietrich''s wife, Jamie, wouldn''t let it. She dared to hope for and plan for a great big adventure, and she made him promise to do it with her. For love and the promise of biscuits along the way, Sean--who was never an athlete of any kind--undertook the bike ride of a lifetime and lived to talk about it. In this true-life tale, master storyteller Sean Dietrich--also known as the beloved columnist and creator of the blog and podcast Sean of the South--shares their hilarious, touching, and sometimes terrifying story of the long bike ride to conquer The Great Allegheny Passage and the C&O Canal Towpath trail. As you laugh out loud through every hard-won mile and lose yourself in his signature poignancy, yoTrade ReviewA perfect collision of southern wit and tissue-reaching truths. Sean and Jamie's story is authentic, raw, and inspiring. A must-read. Laura Jean Bell, host of Y'all PodcastDietrich's sense of humor and openness to others adds layers of richness to the text...[he] cleverly illustrates the importance of maintaining relationships, keeping promises, and being true to oneself. A heartfelt and inspiring journey. KirkusSean Dietrich is one of America's greatest living storytellers. His writing is full of heart, humor, and honesty. The world would be a better place if more people read Sean Dietrich's books. That's a fact. Thank the good Lord that Sean Dietrich writes a lot better than he looks. How he landed a woman like Jamie, I'll never know. Sean Dietrich has a gift for storytelling that makes me slightly envious. If I weren't so much better looking than Sean Dietrich, I'd be jealous of how well he writes. Christopher Thomas, founder, MADE SOUTHSean Dietrich's sentences are the crack cocaine of literary humor. You Are My Sunshine is delivered with a style that would make Mark Twain jealous. Trust me: if you liked Lewis Grizzard, you will love Sean Dietrich! Andy Andrews, New York Times bestselling author of The Traveler's Gift, founder of WisdomHarbour.comThere's a new book, thank goodness, from Sean Dietrich, with the Sean magic on it. Sean magic, as I call it, is the ability to weave together a story that grabs you by the heart, the throat, the stomach--wherever it needs to get a hold of you to make you react. Dave Ramsey, eight-time national bestselling author and personal finance expertThis book is more than a travel guide for the C and O trail. With his characteristic humor, insight, and talent, Sean shows us what it means to keep going...through a cancer diagnosis, during a global pandemic, or just over the ridge in the next difficult climb. Shawn Smucker, author of The Weight of Memory
£19.00
Wisconsin Historical Society Press Wisconsin State Parks
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£20.03
Disney Publishing Group 100 Great American Parks
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£31.50
Arcadia Publishing (SC) Hot Springs State Park Images of America
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£21.24
History Press South Carolina Golf Sports
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£21.24
History Press A History Lovers Guide to Cheyenne
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£18.69
History Press Oregon Running Legend Steve Prefontaine
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£20.39
Thunder Bay Press A History of the World in 500 Walks
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£26.59
WW Norton & Co New England Waterfalls: A Guide to More than 500
Book SynopsisLovers of all nature, Greg Parsons and Kate Watson are particularly fascinated with waterfalls. This new edition contains dozens of new waterfalls and provides extensive trail and road updates to existing ones. Waterfalls in every New England state are described according to type, height, trail length, and difficulty. Also included in this edition for the first time are color photographs, GPS coordinates for both the trailhead and the waterfall, and the size of the watershed area. With easy- to- follow maps and appendices of the best swimming holes and day trips, New England Waterfalls delivers a wealth of information for seekers of these regional treasures.
£17.99
WW Norton & Co Hockey Addict's Guide Los Angeles: Where to Eat,
Book SynopsisAttention hockey heads: Want to know where to join a league, play a pick-up game, or get your blades sharpened? Where to grab some grub before heading to the rink or where to find a post-skate brew? In Hockey Addict’s Guide Los Angeles, beer-leaguer Evan Gubernick highlights the city’s best hockey hubs, along with the go-to spots nearby. The local hockey community chimes in, from rink rats to pros, and takes readers beyond the stadiums to discover the best sports memorabilia, pro shops, sneaker boutiques, and more. For Angelenos and tourists, this is a top-shelf guide to all things hockey—on the ice and off.
£11.39
WW Norton & Co 50 Hikes in Central Florida
Book SynopsisFlorida’s landscape is a marvel of diversity, and Central Florida is its pinnacle. Footpaths range through salt marshes, river floodplains, and along coastal dunes and beaches. Trails pass through desert- like scrub islands, jungle- like hydric hammocks, and deep, dark bayous. There’s no better way to take in this natural world than by walking it. Ranging from 1 to 43 miles in length, each hike includes directions, a detailed map, and information on hike duration, difficulty, and trail conditions. Explore a new side of Florida, from hidden urban gems like the Circle Bar B Ranch in Lakeland and Ponce Preserve in Daytona Beach, to the quiet rural landscapes of Catfish Creek State Park and Chinsegut Hill.
£16.14
WW Norton & Co 50 Hikes Connecticut
Book SynopsisLeave the dense cities and tourist destinations of New England behind to explore the woods and hills of this beautiful state. Connecticut boasts a diversity of parks, sanctuaries, hills, woodlands, and wetlands, with hidden gems to satisfy hikers and explorers of all ilks. This sixth edition has been fully revised and updated to be the most comprehensive and thorough guide to Connecticut’s trails. The hikes range in length from 1 to 13 miles, and an overview chart makes it easy to choose a hike at a glance. Each chapter includes a detailed, easy- to- read map, information on mileage and rise, a clear trail description, and a wealth of information on natural and human history you’ll encounter along the way. Hikes include: • Sleeping Giant State Park • Bear Mountain • Wadsworth Falls • Windsor Locks Canal • Green Fall Pond
£18.04
WW Norton & Co 50 Hikes in the Sierra Nevada
Book SynopsisThe Sierra Nevada is renowned for its hiking, and its surprising diversity in landscape and terrain is guaranteed to suit outdoor enthusiasts of all interest and skill levels. The longest single range in the contiguous United States, these mountains overlook perpetually changing nature and form one of the most sublime landscapes in the world. The guide provides comprehensive, step- by- step directions for each hike. In addition, each chapter includes a map, full color photography, directions to the trailhead, distance and elevation data, hike difficulty rating, and pertinent contact information, all fully updated. Hikes include: • Calaveras Big Trees State Park • Rainbow Falls • Panorama Trail • Redwood Mountain Grove
£16.14
WW Norton & Co 50 Hikes in the Adirondack Mountains
Book SynopsisThe beautiful views, rugged peaks, lush forests, and rushing waterfalls spanning the 6 million acres of the Adirondack Park are every hikers dream. 50 Hikes in the Adirondack Mountains provides hikers of all experience levels and ability with carefully outlined, detailed tips and suggestions for 50 different hikes in the region. The hikes range in length, difficulty, and type, and feature various highlights, such as mysterious caves, uninhabited lakes, fire towers offering breathtaking views, and marshy, dense wetlands. Within the section dedicated to each hike, tips and tricks for getting to the trail, places to rest along the way, and areas to stop for incomparable views are all noted. With 50 Hikes in the Adirondack Mountains, readers won’t miss a thing on their next trek through the mountain trails.
£15.99
WW Norton & Co 25 Bike Rides in the Finger Lakes
Book SynopsisFor recreational cyclists everywhere, the Finger Lakes region is a must-visit hot spot. Not only are the lakes themselves a sight to see—closely grouped, deep, cool streams meandering through the hills—but waterfalls, gorges, wineries, museums, cities, and farms are all found along these cycling trails, as well. 25 Bike Rides in the Finger Lakes provides clear and detailed mile-by-mile directions for each trail, labeled maps with cues, and notes on the history and culture of the area. 25 Bike Rides in the Finger Lakes (with 5 bonus rides!) is a complete tour of both the wildlife and cultural life of the Finger Lakes region, offering something for every type of cyclist.
£15.19
WW Norton & Co 50 Hikes in Michigan
Book SynopsisMichigan’s Lower Peninsula offers extremely diverse terrain, from beaches that are home to shipwrecks and lighthouses, streams populated with trout, and wildflower and orchid fields to spaces with unusual geological formations, sand dunes, and steep climbs, and beech forests perfect for birding. Each chapter begins with an overview of each hike—the type of hike, total distance, time, difficulty, highlights, maps, and trailhead GPS coordinates. Readers will learn the best way to access the trail, tips and suggestions, and key features to look out for along the way (scenic views, drinking water, rest stops, waterfalls, and old growth trees). Whether readers are setting out in the Sleeping Bear region to observe shipwrecks, open dunes, and beach walking on the South Manitou Island trail, 50 Hikes in Michigan (with 10 bonus hikes!) is the perfect companion.
£15.99
WW Norton & Co 50 Hikes in Eastern Massachusetts
Book SynopsisIn this first-edition guide, Madeline Bilis shares her years of outdoors experience in the Boston area, providing 50 hikes for people of all skill and experience levels. While the Berkshires tend to get all recognition when it comes to hiking in Massachusetts, the eastern part of the state is packed with treasures for lovers of the outdoors. From the rocky ledges of the Blue Hills Reservation to the sandy stretches of the Cape Cod National Seashore, incredible trails and vistas abound in this varied region. In addition to stunning natural views, you’ll delight in discovering dozens of small towns, cultural attractions, and historical sites during your adventures around Boston and the Cape. Hikes include: Noanet Woodlands Myles Standish State Forest Great Island Trail Middlesex Fells Reservation
£15.99
