Description
Book SynopsisPloughing through peat bogs, rescuing sheep, walking alone in the dark; this book has it all. It is full of riveting adventures of walking solo in the glorious British countryside. 'Just Another Pile of Stones' will take you on a journey from a child's first glimpse of the wonderful Lake District to heart-stopping moments, dangling from a rope above a black abyss, escaping from a herd of unfriendly cows and being lost in a hail storm. Its lyrical imagery and humorous tone make this a readable account of solo hiking that will have you lacing up your boots and setting off in search of your own adventures.
Table of ContentsTable of contents Chapter1 It started on The Ratty Chapter 2 A fell walker is born Chapter 3 Youth hostelling Chapter 4 Going solo Chapter 5 Walking takes a back seat Chapter 6 Walking with the family Chapter 7 The challenge begins Chapter 8 Out of my comfort zone Chapter 9 Close encounters Chapter 10 Mistakes and mishaps Chapter 11 Two wonderful winter walks Chapter 12 Completing the 214 Chapter 13 A sad day for The Lake District Chapter 14 Thoughts on walking solo Chapter 15 Aches and pains Chapter 16 The next challenge
