Author : Linda White
Publisher : Gibbs Smith
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 19,51 MB
Release : 2000-04
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780879059415
Children's activity book that teaches fun activities to do when hiking, whether in the backyard or in the wilderness.
Author : Chris Cage
Publisher :
Page : 221 pages
File Size : 29,3 MB
Release : 2017-01-03
Category : Appalachian Trail
ISBN : 9781520300627
Everything you need to know to complete your thru-hike. The AT is a life changing experience and an amazing accomplishment. Half of the battle is proper preparation. This book is everything I wish I would have known before setting off on my thru-hike. Complete with personal tips and experiences. Learn how to budget wisely, save money and not waste cash. Know how to allocate 6 months of your time and plan your exit. Master your gear with a massive guide on everything from your spork to your tent. Understand clothing, layering and materials. Hear about what life is really like on the trail. Know which direction to go, when and why. Familiarize yourself with a state by state breakdown of the trail. Learn how to mentally prepare an optimistic framework for the "I-wanna-quit-days". Understand the physical demands and methods to prevent injury. Prepare yourself for the nutritional needs with food ideas and favorite meal plans. Know the REAL dangers on the AT. "Female Needs" section from AT record-holder Heather 'Anish' Anderson. And a whole lot more...
Author : Gestalten
Publisher : Die Gestalten Verlag-DGV
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 38,72 MB
Release : 2017
Category : Hiking
ISBN : 9783899559019
Whether it be through far-flung deserts, luxuriant forests or majestic alpine terrain, when we choose to walk rather than fly or drive, something wonderful happens: our awareness and appreciation of the natural world begins to grow. It can be the faint sound of a gently meandering stream, the distinct smell of decaying leaves on a crisp autumn morning, or even a bowl of cereal that never tasted better than when eaten on a mountaintop at sunrise. Whatever your hiking dreams and goals may be, this book will inspire you to plan and realize your your journeys.
Author : Bonnie Henderson
Publisher : Mountaineers Books
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 13,65 MB
Release : 2021
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1680513281
First and only comprehensive guide to the entire Oregon Coast Trail Experienced, passionate author is the authority on the OCT Perennial interest in long-distance trails From vast beaches and lush forests to windswept bluffs and dramatic sea stacks, the stunning wild coast of Oregon is emerging as the next great long-distance hiking experience. The OCT includes 200-plus miles of publicly accessible beaches, as well as established trails through city, county, and state parks and national forest lands. Breaking the trail into five major sections, each with an elevation profile, Hiking the Oregon Coast Trail provides detailed descriptions of 34 route legs with mileage, maps, resupply options, itineraries, hazards, camping or lodging options, and more. Introductory chapters advise on when to start, what to bring, and what to expect, while sidebars throughout share trail history, flora and fauna, and worthy side trips. The OCT is a truly singular experience with unique challenges such as finding campsites in some areas and navigating coastal tides, weather, and river mouth crossings. This guide synthesizes everything hikers need to know to plan and enjoy a successful adventure.
Author : Mike Woodmansee
Publisher : The Mountaineers Books
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 35,53 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780898869040
This exclusive travel guide guides the visitor through the most incredible activities to be found in Shanghai: savour the food of world-class chefs in Asia's most romantic two-seater salon; eat at the best holes-in-the-walls and discover local street food haunts; find the best tailors and quality cashmere, satins and brocades by the yard; expert ......
Author : Friends of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail
Publisher : UNC Press Books
Page : 227 pages
File Size : 21,55 MB
Release : 2020-02-18
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1469654865
The Mountains-to-Sea Trail is an 1,175-mile destination trail that crosses North Carolina from Clingmans Dome in Great Smoky Mountains National Park to Jockey's Ridge State Park on the Outer Banks. It traverses 37 counties, 7 national parks and forests, and nearly a dozen state parks and historic sites. This is the first-ever guide to day hikes along the crown jewel of North Carolina foot trails. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or new to the outdoors, this official guide from Friends of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail is your go-to companion for exploring all the trail has to offer, showcasing everything from scenic mountain vistas to surprising escapes in the state's Piedmont region and the wonders of coastal plain pocosins. Features include - 40 hikes carefully chosen to appeal to hikers of all experience levels - Helpful hike finder feature to identify the perfect hikes for birding, waterfalls, history, universal accessibility, and more - Turn-by-turn guidance and key points of interest for each hike - Full-color maps and photographs - Helpful information about the trail's history and ongoing development
Author : Larry Luxenberg
Publisher : Stackpole Books
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 40,89 MB
Release : 1994-10-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0811744019
Accounts by thru-hikers, organized by topic. Foreword by hiker Maurice Forrester and stunning color photos by Mike Warren.
Author : Dustin Lynx
Publisher : Rocky Mountain Books Ltd
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 43,23 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781894765893
Trekking the Continental Divide from the U.S. border to Kakwa Lake is a demanding adventure. In this revised and updated guidebook devoted to Canada's 1,200-kilometre Great Divide Trail (GDT), Dustin Lynx helps hikers piece together the myriad individual routes that form a continuous trail along the Divide. Outlining the six major sections of the GDT, Lynx breaks the trail into shorter, more attainable segments and thoroughly describes the terrain and condition of each. Not only are these trail segments invaluable for planning shorter trips along the GDT, Lynx's pre-trip planning advice will also prove indispensable for long-distance hikers overcoming such daunting logistical challenges as resupply, navigation and access.
Author :
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 13,68 MB
Release : 2012-06-30
Category :
ISBN : 9780977696826
Author : David Ryan
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 40,55 MB
Release : 2010-03-01
Category :
ISBN : 9780977696819
