Active outdoor pursuits Books

'Ways to Wander' is your invitation to experiment with a whole range of different ways to 'go for a walk'. Rather than picking up a map and following a footpath, the book offers 54 intriguingly different suggestions, tactics and recollections, all...

ZEKE'S GUIDE to TRAVEL and LIFE: MEXICO Zeke's Guide to Travel and Life is a true adventure travel book of wanderlust and discovery that takes readers on unforgettable hiking, backpacking, and local transport treks to exotic cultural...

?All that we see or seem is but a dream within a dream.? (Edgar Allen Poe) I?ve learned to run on the ?high road.? If I come to a puddle, I do my best to go around it. If I can?t, I jump in with both feet. I?ve learned to notice and appreciate the beauty...

Horses, Horsemen And Stable Management is a book written by Godfrey Bosvile in 1908. The book is a comprehensive guide to the care and management of horses, as well as the skills and techniques required by horsemen. The author covers a wide range of...

Historic Ninepins is a book written by John Timbs and published in 1869. The book is a historical account of the game of ninepins, which was a popular game in Europe during the Middle Ages and Renaissance. The book covers the origins of the game, its...

Fort Birkett: A Story Of Mountain Adventure is a thrilling novel by Edward Waterman Townsend, first published in 1903. The story is set in the rugged mountains of the American West, and follows the adventures of a group of young men who set out to build...

Footloose and Free is a book written by Stephen Chalmers and published in 1912. The book is a collection of essays and stories about the author's experiences and observations while traveling around the world. Chalmers writes about his encounters with...

Fishing Holidays is a book written by Stephen Lucius Gwynn and published in 1904. This book is a detailed account of the author's experiences while on fishing trips in various parts of the world. The book covers Gwynn's fishing adventures in Ireland,...

Backpacking is a romantic way to explore your life and R.L Smith has written "Miss Cairn, I Love You" for all people who find backpacking and romance can go together. While blending stories from his many years as an adult Boy Scout leader to his...

This volume contains Richard Jefferies 1879 wildlife book, "Wild Life in a Southern County". A comprehensive examination of the birds and animals where he lived, these fascinating essays display Jefferies' deep admiration and understanding of the...

Das ""Neueste Illustrirte Jagdbuch"" von A. Biermann aus dem Jahr 1861 ist ein umfassendes Werk �����ber die Jagd und ihre Techniken. Es enth�����lt zahlreiche Illustrationen und Beschreibungen von verschiedenen Jagdarten wie der Fuchsjagd, der...

Le Mont-Blanc (1880) est un livre �����crit par Charles Durier qui explore l'histoire, la g�����ographie et la culture du Mont-Blanc, la plus haute montagne des Alpes. Le livre est divis����� en plusieurs sections, chacune abordant un aspect...

Unwind and connect with nature on your next camping trip with this comprehensive guide to canoeing and camping. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned outdoorsman, this book will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to make the most of your...

John Ball's 'Styrian Carnic and Julian Alps' is a classic guide to the natural and cultural wonders of the Alpine region. Drawing on his extensive travels and mountaineering experiences, Ball provides a detailed exploration of these beautiful mountains...

An account of the first recorded ascent of Mont Blanc by an American, describing the challenges and triumphs of the climb.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know...

In April 2014 Mark Horrell went on a mountaineering expedition to Nepal, hoping to climb Lhotse, the fourth-highest mountain in the world, which shares a base camp and climbing route with Mount Everest.He dreamed of following in the footsteps of Tenzing...

Experience the joys and challenges of the Adirondack region through this short story collection. The Beautiful Dismal Woods is a modern campfire classic filled with challenging terrain, unpredictable weather, and tales of human nature. A great book for...

Verlen Kruger and Steve Landick came up with the idea of a canoe trip that would surpass all others, and they did it. Paddling their canoes or carrying them on the connecting land passages, they toured North America, from Montana to Manhattan, from New...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

Your journey as a runner begins now. As the ancient Chinese philosopher Lao Tze stated, "The journey of 1000 miles begins with one step." In "Running Made Simple," the author delves into the myriad benefits of these simple yet transformative physical...

Iceland is said to be the land of over 10,000 waterfalls. This amounts to about one waterfall for every 10 square kilometres, which makes Iceland the most densely such covered country on Earth. With so many it is hardly surprising that Iceland can boast...

Iceland is said to be the land of over 10,000 waterfalls. This amounts to about one waterfall for every 10 square kilometres, which makes Iceland the most densely such covered country on Earth. With so many it is hardly surprising that Iceland can boast...

The Army version "Map Reading and Land Navigation" is the simplest and most straightforward explanation of how to get around with just a compass and a map. This guide is perfect for any outdoorsman or for teaching Boy Scouts how to use a compass.

The Bicycling Guide: The Ultimate Cycling Guide for Fun and Fitness, Get all the Useful Tips on How to Enjoy Cycling While Getting in ShapeCycling, as a sport, has grown tremendously in the last decade. And, thanks to stationary bikes, depending upon...

On retrouve dans ce texte la polarité présente entre le récit de la vie actuelle (par le biais de la promenade, activité prompte à délivrer des visions géographiques) et l'exploration de la vie intime, personnelle, en contre-coup de celle de la vie...

IBIZA, als Partyinsel verschrien, ist ein Geheimtipp für Kletterer.Mit gut 600 Routen in 20 Klettergebieten zählt Ibiza zwar nicht zu den großen, doch die Kletterrouten sind hier garantiert nicht überlaufen und abgegriffen. In wunderbarer, abgelegener...

Gergeti Trinity Church presents an iconic silhouette set amid the breathtaking beauty of the Greater Caucasus mountains.Stepanstminda, formerly known as Kazbegi, nestles in a valley beneath Mount Kazbek. One of the many hiking and biking trails leads up...

Cycle Psyched is a complete mental training program for cyclists. Dr. Saul L. Miller and Peggy Maass Labiuk present clear techniques and exercises for managing challenges and improving the psychological aspect of performance. Personal anecdotes and...

Rising from the dazzling jewel that is the Tyrrhenian Sea, the island of Capri captivates.Near Naples and Sorrento, this rocky island has been used as a resort since the time of the Romans. In the water, the towering sea stacks called faraglioni change...

After a successful career as an attorney and business executive, Jason Romero hit rock bottom when he found himself divorced, unemployed, and in a deep depression after a degenerative eye condition rendered him blind with limited light perception...

The most comprehensive guidebook ever for hiking the entire Columbia River Gorge. Includes trails not found in any other book as well as color photographs and topographic maps.

'All I wanted to do was go to sleep. And I was certain that if I did drift off, it would be for the last time.'In 1998, Paul Pritchard was struck on the head by a falling rock as he climbed a sea stack in Tasmania called the Totem Pole. Close to death,...

Ce carnet de camping familial et carnet de voyage en camping-car comprend :Des pages pré-formatées pour enregistrer des informations telles que des informations sur le terrain de camping, les équipements, les activités, la météo, les dates, l'emplacement...

Ce livre est un outil formidable pour vos aventures de voyage ! Nous, en tant que VR à plein temps, voulions produire quelque chose qui serait réellement utile pour les autres voyageurs en VR. Notre objectif était de créer un endroit où vous pouvez...

"Strength Training For Runners" is a text written by an author that has more than a vested interest in the welfare of runners. He is a runner himself and is aware of what it takes to keep the body in shape and to prevent any sort of damage to

Motivation. Encouragement. Resolution. And hiking in the great outdoors!T. Duren Jones gets out into the wilderness as often as possible-camping, fishing, hiking, desert trail trekking and "bagging" peaks-and does he have stories to tell! He's hiked...

First published in 1935, this book takes a detailed look at Cannock Chase, an area of countryside in Staffordshire, England. It examines the beauties and deep history of this ancient area of England, as well as providing anecdotes of notable events...

"Rock Climbing in Lakeland" is a classic guide to rock-climbing in the Lake District, England. It includes interesting information about this beautiful part of the country, as well as detailed instructions on how to prepare and where to go for a good...

"Crag and Hound in Lakeland" is a classic guide to rock-climbing in the Lake District, England. It includes interesting information about this beautiful part of England as well as detailed instructions on how to prepare and where to go. Also contains...

"Adventures in Woodcraft" contains a fantastic collection of nature stories and studies by various authors. Written almost exclusively by people involved with the Girl Guide and Boy Scout Associations, this vintage book is highly recommended for lovers...

"A Nature Puzzle Book" is a charming volume full of answers to some of nature's 'mysteries', including why birds sing, what actually happens in a bee-hive, and so on. Written by an experienced nature writer, this volume is highly recommended for those...

This classic book offers the reader advice and instructions on how to best appreciate nature, the countryside, and walking in the Great Outdoors. It aims to enlighten the reader as to what to look out for and how to identify various things ranging from...

“Life of the Wayside and Woodland” is a vintage guide to 'woodcraft', the knowledge and understanding of woodland countryside and its animal inhabitants. It aims to present the reader with suggestions for the methods of studying nature as a whole,...

"Angling Done Here! A Strictly Veracious History" is a novel by W. Carter Platts. The story is set in Yorkshire, England and centres around the interesting fishing experiences had by the various characters. This entertaining book is highly recommended...

Good food can be lightweight, convenient and delicious!Feast on Adventure guides you through the world of freeze-dried, dehydrated, and instant foods. Learn how to dream up meals for your own adventures, or choose from over 40 field-tested, delectable,...