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"When Alexei Lebedev finally comes out to his conservative community, it does not go well. That's how he ended up on the rugged Pacific Crest Trail, hoping he can figure out a new life plan in the thousands of miles it'll take to walk the famed hike. He's prepared for rattlesnakes, blisters, and months of solitude. What he's not prepared for is the ray of sunshine named Ben Caravalho. Charismatic and outgoing, Ben's personality and infectious laughter...
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350 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
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"This authoritative travel guide takes you on a series of epic hiking and walking adventures on 100 trails around all 50 states and Canada"--
From the iconic wilds of the Appalachian Trail to Chicago's urban Lakefront Trail, to Yellowstone's breathtaking Lamar River Trail, the staff at National Geographic will help you discover the best hiking, biking, and walking routes in the United States and Canada. In addition to expert advice on the best trails...
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382 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm
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"America's sixty-three national parks are made up of the greatest geographical, geological, and ecological wonders on the planet, and some of their treasures are only available to those willing to walk past the trailhead for just a mile or two. Featuring spectacular photography and information, this book allows you to experience each park up close. Hikes range from half-mile nature walks on accessible boardwalks to strenuous full-day hikes to multiday...
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Get the Summary of Dave Canterbury's Bushcraft 101 in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Bushcraft 101" by Dave Canterbury is a comprehensive guide to wilderness survival, emphasizing the importance of the Five Cs of Survivability: cutting tools, cover elements, combustion devices, containers, and cordages. These essentials, along with suitable clothing and knowledge of the natural environment, are crucial for maintaining...
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Touching on themes related to family, technology and the outdoors and our relationship to wilderness, "You Carry the Tent, I'll Carry the Baby" is a compelling narrative that is bound to keep you captivated and waiting to see what happens next. The book shares the challenges of traveling as a family in rugged environments and dealing with the stressors that come with spending long amounts of time living outdoors. It makes the perfect read for anyone...
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Der allgemein bekannte Jakobsweg mit dem Ziel, das spanische Santiago de Compostela zu erreichen, hat eine Vielzahl von Wegen, die als eine Art "Zubringer" betrachtet werden können.
Für den nordischen Bereich übernimmt diese Aufgabe die Via Jutlandica, die erst im Oktober 2007 eröffnet wurde und aus dem dänischen Aalborg über Haithabu nach Glückstadt führt, um dort die Elbe zu queren.
Die Beschilderung erfolgt durch die gelbe Jakobsmuschel...
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Get the Summary of Mike Glover's Prepared in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Prepared" by Mike Glover is a comprehensive guide on building resilience and readiness for unexpected disasters. It delves into the physiological and psychological aspects of stress responses, such as the fight-or-flight and freeze reactions, and how they can be harnessed through exposure and training to improve survival odds. Glover uses...
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La Costa Brava modela la fachada marítima de las comarcas catalanas del Alt y Baix Empordà y de la Selva, desde Portbou, en la frontera con Francia, hasta la desembocadura del río Tordera en Blanes. Se trata de uno de los litorales más pintorescos de España, formado por acantilados abruptos, bosques de pinos, calas recónditas y playas de ensueño.
Esta costa debe su relieve accidentado a una serie de sistemas montañosos que caen en picado...
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362 pages : map ; 24 cm
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"A walking journey across Arizona with essays on wildfire, copper mining, border crossing, dirty politics, Native culture, violence, suburban monotony, shrinking water, local cuisine, literary culture and the Grand Canyon. I have sought to write the most comprehensive one-volume portrait of Arizona ever written: a deep narrative map"--
11) The hike
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372 pages ; 24 cm
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"There's a killer on their trail. Burned out by both her marriage and work, Liz desperately needs an escape. More than that, she needs an adventure, a total reset. So when it is her turn to plan the annual vacation with her three best friends, she persuades them to spend four nights wild camping in the stunning mountains of Norway. Following a trail that climbs through lush valleys, towering peaks, and passed jewel-blue lakes, Liz is sure that the...
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This eBook has an attractive retro feel, with nostalgic line drawings and hand-drawn maps.
Each of the 20 walks have been carefully selected to appeal to family walkers, most are circular and none are too strenuous. Each walk contains the following:
Clear, easy-to-follow route directions
Detailed hand-drawn maps
Refreshments and pubs
Parking information
OS map references
In addition, each walk contains information on wildlife, or other special attractions...
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River and canal walks can have special appeal, the scenery always changing due to flowing water, weirs, locks and the changing countryside. Ireland's rivers and canals are rich in wildlife, history and folklore, and many can be explored on mostly flat, little-used trails. These hidden corridors of wildness through rural and urban Ireland reveal remnants of a time when trade, transport and industry in Ireland revolved around water rather than roads....
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“Batsford's Walking Guides” is an exciting new gift series of walking books, aimed at the weekend, family walker. These ebooks have an attractive retro feel, with nostalgic line drawings and hand-drawn maps.
Each of the 20 walks have been carefully selected to appeal to family walkers, most are circular and none are too strenuous. Each walk contains the following:
-Clear, easy-to-follow route directions
-Detailed hand-drawn maps
-Refreshments...
16) Trail of the lost: the relentless search to bring home the missing hikers of the Pacific Crest Trail
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xviii, 327 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (chiefly color), maps ; 24 cm
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"From an award-winning former law enforcement park ranger and investigator, this female-driven true crime adventure follows the author's quest to find missing hikers along the Pacific Crest Trail by pairing up with an eclectic group of unlikely allies"--
"As a park ranger with the National Park Service's law enforcement team, Andrea Lankford led search and rescue missions in some of the most beautiful (and dangerous) landscapes across America, from...
17) Leo on a hike
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1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 18 cm.
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Leo and his father go on a hike and discover many interesting things along the way.
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"Embark on unforgettable family adventures with 'The Family Hiker's Handbook: Essential Gear and Tips for Exploring the Outdoors Together.' This comprehensive guide is tailored for families seeking the joys of outdoor exploration, providing essential insights into gear selection, safety measures, and practical tips for a seamless hiking experience. From trail selection and navigation to packing smart and engaging kids in the wonders of nature, this...
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For outdoor adventurers who hike, fish, kayak, cross-country ski, or mountain bike in the backcountry, a GPS receiver can help them reach their destination and return safely but only if they know how to use it! Here is the guide to getting the most out of a GPS receiver, from basic consumer advice to advanced techniques. It even includes fun solo and team games that utilize GPS. Starting with essential definitions and moving on to creating waypoints,...
20) Lightfoot Guide to the via Francigena - Great Saint Bernard Pass to St Peter's Square, Rome - Edi
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LightFoot Guides are written for Walkers and Cyclists, helping them to find the route, places to stay and meet their personal goals.
There is no right way to make a journey as challenging as this. This book together with the LightFoot Companion will provide you with the resources to enjoy doing it your way.
With dozens of alternative routes, including the dramatic via Francigena Montagna or via degli Abati, hundreds of accommodation choices...
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