Active outdoor pursuits Books

Telemark Journal International germinated as an idea gleaned from the long-running tradition of mountaineering and adventure travel literature. It is something to look up to, this history of putting into words something as awesome as the mountains, and...

What if...you had the power to choose life over death? Disaster can take many forms including those created by nature and those by man. In addition to preparing for hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, and the like, you need to also be ready for...

La rivista mensile del Club Alpino Italiano è stata fondata nel 1863 e rappresenta uno dei periodici più longevi d'Italia. Il volume 19 della rivista contiene molti articoli interessanti sui viaggi, le escursioni e le attività all'aperto in Italia e in...

This book is a guidebook to the countryside around Doncaster, a market town in South Yorkshire, England. The author provides detailed descriptions of various walking routes in the area, highlighting points of interest and local history. This book is...

This book is a comprehensive guide to the art of woodsmanship. It covers topics such as camping, hunting, and forestry. An essential resource for anyone who loves the outdoors.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is...

Berlin nurtures a true bike culture. Bikes weave around cars, whirl down sidewalks, and lean against every building. Clusters of bikes are chained to every available post, sign, and handrail.These humble vehicles are a quintessential part of life in...

In 2013 author, blogger and long-distance bicyclist Don Weinell undertook a quest to retrace the 2100 miles of the Oregon Trail - on bicycle.Bicycling the Oregon Trail describes, in both word and picture, the history, landscape, landmarks, and people...

Achieving success as a triathlete requires consistently pushing your training to the max. However, this can be extremely challenging on multiple levels. Therefore, it's crucial to find ways to overcome these obstacles and stay motivated to achieve your...

Embark on a transformative journey with Dr. K. Jayanth Murali in "Enkindling the Endorphins of Endurance." Dive into the clandestine chapters of our evolutionary saga, where our ancestors were the unparalleled maestros of endurance. Our...

Eine einhundert prozentige Sicherheit gibt es im Leben nicht. Aber mithilfe der richtigen Vorbereitung kannst Du Dich umfassend für unterschiedliche Extremsituationen wappnen und die Risiken für Leib und Leben in jeder Situation minimieren. Das Chaos...

A helpful and practical pocket guide to walking the long-distance Dart Valley Trail.The Dart Valley Trail is a walk along one of the most scenic rivers in Devon, the River Dart. The trail begins in Dartmouth Harbour, a town long associated with naval...

The weekend is here, the sun is out...where to go?Plan your next bicycle adventure with this handy guide! 65 Trail Reviews, 152 pages Top 45 Park Paths + 20 Rail Trails66 New Trail Maps and Elevation Charts  (all maps were updated in...

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Inspiration to plan and execute your own bike tour through the beautiful mountains of the Alps.This book offers information on what you need to know to make the most out of a longer tour through the mountains. How to plan the tour, what to think about...

Like Thoreau's "Walden," Dale Clem's account of his 40-day trek on the Appalachian Trail is part hiking journal, part religious, spiritual and philosophical meditation. Clem muses about how the landscapes he traverses reflect and inform our lives,...

I walk alone. That is not down on the city streets where help or a sympathetic ear is never very far away, but solo up in the rough country where I have climbed over a thousand mountains. I have no claim to fame, expertise or celebrity status. I’m...

Joe Jackson's life has seemed to follow the hours of low light; waking in the pitch-dark to beat the sun and lingering until it's long gone. The stories told in between range from hunting snowshoe hares in the cold of Alaskan winter; Spey casting...

In recent years, there has been a huge influx of interest in climbing. Climbing gyms are popping up all over the place and new climbers are taking to the outdoors, but there aren’t enough old timers to pass on all of the necessary knowledge that...

A Classic Vintage Handbook Log Cabin Lifestyle, Construction, and Furnishing!This deluxe unabridged reprint Legacy Edition of cabin master Oliver Kemp’s classic manual Wilderness Homes is full of classic tips and methods for making your own cozy...

John Muir’s Memoir of How He Became The Wandering NaturalistThis deluxe, unabridged reprint Legacy Edition of John Muir’s 1913 The Story Of My Boyhood And Youth is Muir’s memoir of his earliest years and the influences that led him to...

John Muir’s Journal of Explorations of America’s Greatest Natural Treasures This deluxe, unabridged reprint Legacy Edition of John Muir’s 1901 Our National Parks is a celebration of American outdoors heritage and the legacy that...

See The World Through John Muir’s Eyes!This deluxe, unabridged reprint Legacy Edition of John Muir’s 1911 My First Summer In The Sierra is a celebration of the beauty of California mountains and the great Yosemite valley. Take a walk with...

The greatest athletes in the world today are not the Olympic champions or the stars of professional sports, but the "marathon monks" of Japan's sacred Mount Hiei. Over a seven-year training period, these "running buddhas"...

If you've ever considered participating in a marathon but worried that you weren't quite up to the task, it's time to put your fears to rest. With endurance expert Dave McGovern's supportive and insightful coaching you'll be on your way to completing a...

The Climbing Doom is a novel written by Laurence Ditto Young and published in 1909. The story revolves around a group of mountaineers who embark on a dangerous expedition to climb a remote peak in the Himalayas. The expedition is led by a seasoned...

The Climbing Courvatels is a novel written by Edward Waterman Townsend and published in 1908. The story revolves around two young men, Jack and Bob, who embark on a mountaineering expedition in the Swiss Alps. They are accompanied by their guide, Pierre...

Ascent To The Summit Of Mont Blanc In 1834 is a book written by Martin Barry and originally published in 1836. The book is a first-hand account of the author's journey to the summit of Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in the Alps, in the year 1834. The...

Visiting National Parks is not always just a vacation destination. Whether you typically travel with your pets, stop at National Parks as side trips while moving or traveling to other destinations, or visit National Parks as part of a mobile lifestyle,...

Things That Fall and Other Chris Walker Stories is a collection of fictional short stories centered in the Rocky Mountains and involving activities and people found in the high country.

Nick's life is shattered and he decides to walk off his grief. Emily wants to be free from the emotional pressures of family and to keep her hard-won sobriety. Middle-aged Hilma and Tim crave a physical challenge. Sarah is recovering from last year's...

Traverse the life and times of one Thomas A. Cook. You will be truly rewarded and, at times, amazed at his tomfoolery, shenanigans, and entrepreneurial endeavors. Experience his life triumphs, failures and struggles in overcoming addiction. Hear the...

From Couch to Marathon: A Beginner's Guide to Running is your essential companion on the journey from sedentary to marathon-ready. Whether you've never run a mile in your life or are looking to step up your fitness game, Greta Rose's guide provides the...

"Tech-Wise Parenting: Balancing Screen Time and Outdoor Adventures for Modern Kids" by Katarina Andersson is a really cool book for parents today. In a world full of computers, this book will help you find your way around the digital world on purpose...

Puh, wer hier hoch möchte, sollte Wanderschuhe an den Füßen und eine ordentliche Portion Luft in der Lunge haben. Steil führt der Weg den Berg hinauf. Auf der Höhe angekommen, wird die Kletterei mit einem weiten Blick über den Niederrhein belohnt. Moment...

Ein Buch, das weit mehr ist als ein Reiseführer.Dieses Buch geht ausführlich auf die Grundlagen des Gleitschirmfliegens in Küstenregionen ein.Es bietet eine detaillierte und umfangreiche Sammlung von Besonderheiten und Risikobetrachtungen, ergänzt durch...

Suchen Sie nach Abwechslung in Ihrem alltäglichen Leben? Würden Sie gern jeden Tag ein kleines Abenteuer erleben, ohne viel Zeit und Geld dafür investieren zu müssen? Oder fragen Sie sich, was Sie gerade überhaupt noch unternehmen können, trotz...

Da zu des Autors liebsten Freizeitaktivitäten die Bergsteigerei und das Fotografieren gehören bietet es sich an, diese Tätigkeiten entsprechend zu dokumentieren. Dabei geht es dem Autor vorrangig darum, Erinnerungen wachzuhalten und die Weggefährten, an...

Als Allergiker, Neurodermitis- und Asthmakranker erfahre ich im Alter von 23 Jahren, dass meine Lunge so geschädigt ist, dass ich meine Rente nicht mehr erleben werde. Zwei Jahre später stelle ich entsetzt fest, nicht einmal mehr 300 Meter joggen zu...

A helpful and practical pocket guide to walking the long-distance Templer Way path.The Templer Way, starting in Haytor, links the picturesque National Park Dartmoor with the coastal town of Teignmouth. This trail begins where tramways once quarried...

A helpful and practical pocket guide to walking the long-distance Devonshire Heartland Way path.Graced with a view of Dartmoor’s rising hills in the foreground, the Devonshire Heartland Way starts in the ancient town of Okehampton. As you proceed,...

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On the Trails of Northern Michigan covers state parks and national forests from coast to coast, leading you through Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore, the Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy, Leelanau Conservancy and Little Traverse Conservancy...

Great Rivalries is the story of Gino Bartali, Fausto Coppi and the champion Italian cyclists who preceded them. It is about the place of cycling in a nation emerging from division, its agrarian past, widespread impoverishment, and competing visions about...

Mark Hunter LaVigne, best-selling author of The Broken Ukulele, returns with another tale of adventure in Ontario's Algonquin Park. Mark, best friend Larry, and a troup of family members embark on a canoe trip in search of the spirit of famous painter...

The updated second edition of a hiking classic: High Summer, the true story of the first thru-hike of Canada's Rocky Mountains.The full end-to-end traverse on foot of Canada's Rocky Mountains is one of North America's greatest hiking challenges. By the...