Wilderness Skills for Women


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From Moses to Jesus, so many heroes of the Bible had to endure some type of wilderness season in their life, a time of testing that was painful to endure but ultimately brought glory to God. In Wilderness Skills for Women, rising author/speaker Marian Jordan sees the same thing happening today as she and her friends still find themselves going through periods of isolation, temptation, sorrow, and waiting. Whether it’s relationship drama, the constant pull of our sinful nature, a health issue, or any variety of unmet dreams, Jordan turns readers to God’s Word as the ultimate wilderness survival guide. Conversational and self-deprecatingly confessional in her delivery, this young writer finds ways to have fun with delicate subject matters, using wilderness analogies to great effect in chapters titled "Drink Plenty of Water," "Seek Shelter," and "Don’t Eat the Red Berries."




Wilderness Skills for Women


Book Description

From Moses to Jesus, so many heroes of the Bible had to endure some type of wilderness season in their life, a time of testing that was painful to endure but ultimately brought glory to God. In Wilderness Skills for Women, rising author/speaker Marian Jordan sees the same thing happening today as she and her friends still find themselves going through periods of isolation, temptation, sorrow, and waiting. Whether it's relationship drama, the constant pull of our sinful nature, a health issue, or any variety of unmet dreams, Jordan turns readers to God's Word as the ultimate wilderness survival guide. Conversational and self-deprecatingly confessional in her delivery, this young writer finds ways to have fun with delicate subject matters, using wilderness analogies to great effect in chapters titled "Drink Plenty of Water," "Seek Shelter," and "Don't Eat the Red Berries."




Wilderness Therapy for Women


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Wilderness Therapy for Women offers women risktaking adventure activities in the outdoors as an alternative to traditional therapy. The contributing authors illustrate the empowerment, confidence, and self-esteem women can derive from adventure and experiential activities. This is the first book of its kind devoted to the symbolic value of wilderness accomplishments to women’s mental health. Wilderness Therapy for Women unites women with nature and each other by lifting the social constraints surrounding women in adventure pursuits. It offers women a new method of healing while developing an appreciation for the uniqueness of the environment. Daring experiences in the outdoors rekindles a sense of strength and a respect for the provider of that strength. A therapeutic experience from the outdoors provides women with an awareness of their capabilities to strengthen and preserve themselves and their surroundings. This book is divided into four parts: Theoretical Perspectives, Wilderness Therapy in Action, Special Populations, and Personal Narratives. Readers will find many topics of interest including: Body image and wilderness therapy The therapeutic value of the wilderness Ethical considerations of experiential therapy Ropes courses for women All-women’s river trips Special populations: rape and incest survivors, welfare mothers, and mid-life women. Intended as a guide book, Wilderness Therapy for Women is ideal for mental health professionals who are either practicing wilderness therapy or merely inquisitive about it. Outfitters and professional outdoor leaders will benefit from chapters on theory, applications, and special populations. Outdoor program administrators and educators who must remain on the cutting edge of their industry will also profit from this book.











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Basic Wilderness Survival Skills, Revised and Updated


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From building fires to building shelters, the best advice from expert survivalist Bradford Angier all in one handy guide, newly revised and updated.




Ultimate Guide to Wilderness Living


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The comprehensive guide to surviving in the wild by two of the foremost experts in survival skills and primitive wilderness living. Survival experts John and Geri McPherson live on forty-six acres of undeveloped land in the flinthills of Kansas. For years, they have taught primitive survival skills to US military special forces, including A-Teams, Rangers, Seals, and others. Packed with in-depth instruction and photos, their Ultimate Guide to Wilderness Living teaches you the skills need to survive and live in the wild using only those things found in the woods. This volume teaches you how to: Erect temporary and semi-permanent shelters Ignite a fire with a two-stick hand drill Chip stones and bones into primitive tools Trap animals and hunt with a bow and arrow Fire pots, weave blankets, and tan buckskin Prepare and cook wild foods Much more “During my first years of learning survival I took a course in survival and primitive earth skills taught by John and Geri McPherson . . . They don’t just teach this stuff, they live it . . . I have been able to understand survival because of John and Geri, and can highly recommend this book.” —Les Stroud, AKA Survivorman




The Wilderness Wise


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Embark on a journey through the great unknown with the astounding eBook, "The Wilderness Wise." This comprehensive guide unearths the secrets to mastering outdoor survival, woven into a thrilling tapestry of discovery that will captivate readers from the first page to the last. Delve into the heart of nature's wonders and challenges with "Chapter 1 Understanding Wilderness Survival," where the elemental facets of outdoor skills are laid bare. Discover the psychological fabric that weaves together the resolve needed to survive against the odds, an indispensable compendium for both the neophyte and seasoned outdoors person. Confront the tangible edge of survival within "Chapter 2 Essential Survival Gear," arming you with quintessential knowledge for choosing the crucial equipment that could separate life from loss in nature's unforgiving embrace. The breakdowns of modern-versus-primitive tools provide an insightful look into survival's varied facets. Navigate through "Chapter 3 Wilderness Navigation Skills," a beacon that guides through the shadowy realms of the unknown with map, compass, and natural landmark expertise, ensuring you plot a course true through adventure's enticing clutches. From the reflective surface of survival, dive into "Chapter 4 Finding and Purifying Water," a wellspring of lifesaving information that assures the crystal clarity of safety in each gulp you take from nature's fountains. Branch out with "Chapter 5 Foraging for Wild Food," your passage into the wild pantry. Learn to discern the delicate dance of edible plants and sustainable sustenance, ensuring your place in the great food web with reverence and balance. Engage with the primal art of trapping and hunting in "Chapter 6 Trapping and Fishing for Survival," where subtlety meets skill. Lay bare the process of bringing nourishment from field to fire, and relish the flavors of autonomy. Shelter, that most basic of human needs, is exquisitely rendered in "Chapter 7 Building Shelters." Erect a sanctuary against the untamed elements, securing a fortress of solitude and resilience amidst the vast skies. Feel the warmth and watch the flames dance in "Chapter 8 Making and Managing Fire," a chapter that rekindles the ancient connection between humankind and the mesmerizing power of fire. When perils surface, "Chapter 9 First Aid and Health Management" is the salve to your soul. Learn to mend wounds and shield against nature's harsher bites, becoming an ambassador of health and safety on any trail you tread. Every subsequent chapter, from negotiating treacherous climates to entwining survival knots, from sending distress signals to emerging triumphant in survival sagas, becomes a thread in the rich tapestry of outdoor prowess that "The Wilderness Wise" weaves. Do not merely exist in the outdoors; thrive within them, mastering the art of living with this survival encyclopedia. Your journey is waiting. Are you ready to walk the path of "The Wilderness Wise"?




Outdoor Survival Skills


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How to survive in almost any outdoor environment with little or no purchased equipment, relying only on what nature provides.