Active outdoor pursuits Books

In a series of ten short, easy routes, <i>Intimate Bicycle Tours of Philadelphia</i> takes readers through vibrant Philadelphia neighborhoods, revealing a treasure trove of cultural riches normally missed when traveling by car. On tiny...

""Crag And Hound In Lakeland"" is a book written by Claude Ernest Benson and originally published in 1902. The book is a collection of stories and anecdotes about Benson's experiences exploring the Lake District region of England with his trusty hound by...

Chess Practice is a book written by Henry Edward Bird and published in 1882. The book serves as a condensed and simplified record of the actual openings used in some of the finest chess games played up to that time. The author provides a comprehensive...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

A guide to identifying the different kinds of rocks and minerals. This book belongs in the backpack of any outdoor enthusiast because identifying rocks and minerals has never been more interesting or easy. Author Sid Wayland examines common minerals...

The definitive guide to more than 500 hiking trails in Florida that no enthusiast will want to be without.   Hikers in the Sunshine State may find themselves less than elevationally challenged, but what Florida trails lack in altitude, they make up...

In 1887 a twenty-one-year-old newspaperman named George Nellis (1865-1948) rode a bicycle from Herkimer, New York, to San Francisco in seventy-two days, surpassing the transcontinental bicycle record by several weeks. He averaged fifty miles a day...

The Shelf2Life Mountaineering Collection provides a unique glimpse into the history and evolution of mountaineering through the late 19th and early 20th centuries. From historical maps, first-hand accounts of early summits, descriptions of peaks and...

Walking, Landscape and Environment explores walking as a method of research and practice in the humanities and creative arts, emerging from a recent surge of growth in urban and rural walking.

This book examines emerging debates and questions around cycling to critically analyse and challenge dominant framings and prevalent conventions of 'good cycling'. 　 Cycling Societies brings to light the plurality of voices and forms of cycling in other...

Sport, Outdoor Life and the Nordic World explores the Nordic model of sport and outdoor life with respect to such issues as sport facilities, mountain guiding, women and ethnic minorities, urban planning, anti-doping, health, elite sport coaching and...

Barbara Washburn never set out to become a mountaineering pioneer, but she wasn't content to be a stay-at-home wife, either. In 1947, defying social convention, Washburn became the first woman to climb Alaska's Mt. McKinley. She accompanied her...

Ready to rove? In Turning 50 on El Camino de Santiago, Janine Harrison fosters wanderlust in armchair travelers and prepares trekkers about to tackle the French Way from St.-Jean-Pied-de-Port, France, over the Pyrenees, into Spain. Through personal...

Camping Is For Everyone is a beginner's guide to exploring the wilderness. Whether you're interested in backpacking through the mountains, hiking beautiful trails, or glamping with friends, preparation is key not only to surviving in the wilderness, but...

This book offers a critical account of the historical evolution of mountaineering and its relation to the phenomenon of tourism, providing an overview of recent developments linked to the diversification, commodification and commercialisation of...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

With THE WORLD UP CLOSE, bicyclist Kameel Nasr has created a fascinating and personal introduction to the world's people, sharing diverse episodes from his 40,000 mile bicycle journey through 70 countries. Nasr offers his readers a vicarious view across...

Imagine being able to live where ever you want, travelling for extended periods, having everything you need with you in your own cosy home on wheels – a campervan or motorhome.Living a mobile lifestyle is now more possible than ever...

This is the tale of Mark Horrell’s not-so-nearly ascent of Gasherbrum in Pakistan, of how one man’s boredom and frustration was conquered by a gutsy combination of exhaustion, cowardice, and sheer mountaineering incompetence.He made not one,...

Have you ever wanted to run a 100km ultramarathon? And not just run it, but enjoy it and make it to the finish?But what will it take to improve your ultra running and achieve the results you want?The biggest challenge ultra runners face is not their lack...

Book 3 in the Campfire Series by Kez Wickham St GeorgeBook 1 is #1 Amazon best seller Metal MermaidBook 2 is #1 Amazon best seller The Cuppa Tree.

"Didn't want this journey to end!" - Shari H."You caught me hook line and sinker. I was addicted from the first page." - Agnes A."A great story about female friendship and finding your truth" - Garth A.Saint Jean Pied de Port, France. Aubrey is...

The 31-year-old from Berriwillock in Australia has joined thousands of Australians in Kazan for the 2018 World Cup opener against France, but none have experienced a journey like his.Joel Emonson is riding all over Russia on his bicycle for 52 days...

Coaching adventure sports is part of the core work of many adventure educators but has been largely neglected in the adventure studies literature. This is the first book to link contemporary sports coaching science with adventure sports practice. It...

"A velvety mix of vivid, sophisticated prose, Raymond Carver's unerring eye for nuance, and John Irving's irreverent, unflinching humor....An intimate look inside the maelstrom of professional cycling."--Boston Globe Daniel Coyne's New York Times...

The Salmonidae of Westmorland: Angling Reminiscences, and Leaves From An Angler�������s Note Book is a book written by George Foster Braithwaite and published in 1884. The book is a collection of angling reminiscences and notes from Braithwaite's...

The Rugby Modern Geography, Part 1: The Mediterranean And Its Peninsulas is a book written by Charles Edward Moberly and published in 1876. The book is a comprehensive guide to the geography of the Mediterranean and its surrounding peninsulas. It covers...

Solution-Focused Practice in Outdoor Therapy presents a comprehensive model for working therapeutically with clients outdoors, with adventure, and in any outdoor setting - from a typical one-hour session to multi-day expeditions.Chapters lay out a robust...

How can we create moments of awe in the lives of our students? Moments that will inspire them, enlighten and fuel their passion for learning. How can we elevate our students and turn the every day in to the extra-ordinary? This collection of essays...

A UNIQUE PORTRAYAL OF THE APPALACHIAN TRAILHappy Hiker: The epic journey of an unlikely Appalachian Trail thru-hiker is an entertaining story of an ordinary person who achieves an extraordinary accomplishment. It is a guide showing how everyday people...

"Splendid... Reading The Most Beautiful Walk in the World is the next best thing to a Paris vacation." -Boston Globe"Anyone who loves Paris and loves to walk will feel this book was written just for them." -USA TodayIn this enchanting national...

En veloplagt dagbog med oplevelser og tanker på en Hærvejsvandring fra Slettestrand til Padborg. En guide til udfordringerne og kulturhistorien på turen. En begejstring ved at vandre. En inspiration til at overkomme helbredsmæssige begrænsninger. En...

Descripción altimétrica de las carreteras de la provincia de Castellón. De gran utilidad para cualquier ciclista que quiera circular por las carreteras de Castellón. Se describen, una a una, y kilómetro a kilómetro, todas las carreteras de la provincia,...

Der Hape Kerkeling-Bestseller Ich bin dann mal weg in dem er seinen Pilgerweg auf dem Camino Francés beschreibt, motivier­te ihn, selbst den Jakobsweg zu pilgern. Wegen des verletzten und operierten Knies entschied er, sich als Fahrradpilger...

From run training in the desert of Saudi Arabia via marathons in Bahamas or North Korea to Ironman triathlon in Austria and Malaysia, from Challenge Wanaka in New Zealand to swimming in the Antarctica or travelling to all countries of the world: The...

Ein Buch über die Psychologie des Bergsteigens und des Extremwanderns.Ein Buch für alle, die es in die Berge zieht.Ausgezeichnet mit dem Literaturpreis des Deutschen Alpenvereins

Dieses praxisorientierte Buch bietet eine umfassende und verständliche Anleitung zur Krisenvorbereitung und -bewältigung. Vom frühzeitigen Erkennen echter Krisen über die Pflege eines krisenresistenten Lebensstils bis hin zu konkreten Aspekten wie...

Tsum Valley, das glückliche Tal. Ein verborgenes Tal im Himalaya, fern der meisten zivilisatorischen Errungenschaften, ein Ort des Rückzugs und des Friedens, an der Grenze zu Tibet. Anne und Klaus Hessenauer waren individuell unterwegs, nur begleitet von...

Am Anfang war es eine fixe Idee. Wie wäre es, wenn du die Nordsee umrundest?! Zu Fuß! Von den Shetland Inseln über die Orkneys, dann an der schottischen, englischen, belgischen, niederländischen, deutschen, dänischen, schwedischen und norwegischen Küste...

The follow-up to The Longmynd Adventure Camp and Me, this is an equally entertaining, and at times moving, account of this wonderful venture which arose from the kindness and generosity of a Shropshire policeman and his family in the 1950s.Since then the...

“Stand-Up Paddleboarding 2.0” has every term, trick, and tip you’ll ever hear about the sport of SUP. As one of the fastest growing outdoor activities for beginners, stand-up paddleboarding is a great way to lose weight, enjoy nature,...

This is a book about strength training for rock climbers. Climbing is a skill sport, but in order to maximize our skills, we need a foundation of strength. In this book, you will learn the building blocks of developing an optimal level of general...

Seville is one of the most charming cities in Spain with its favourable climate and relaxed atmosphere. It is steeped in history and has a unique Moorish heritage that bequeaths the city a large collection of interesting buildings as well as those that...