Scuba Dive Logbook
Our funny Scuba Dive Logbook is a cool gift for men and women! Surprise your favorite diver with this clear and easy to use dive log book with the infos you really need. Perfect traveler mini size 6x9" to carry everywhere.This Logbook created help you keep detailed record of: - Date- Dive Number- Country- Conditions- Location- Visibility- Weight- Current- Dive Data- Verification- My NotesPreview the interior by clicking the look inside feature or if you're on mobile you can check the back cover image. Get your Copy Today! Features Scuba Dive LogBook: ⚬ 200 pages ⚬ Glossy Cover with Elegant and Modern Cover Design ⚬ Interior: Good Quality White Paper ⚬ Size 6 x 9 inches
Sports and Society in the Middle East
The sociology of sports in the Middle East has been neglected compared to other world regions. This volume aspires to encourage a greater focus on this topic. Here are assembled papers that discuss various aspects of this subject. As it happens all deal with football (soccer) largely in Egypt but including other Middle Eastern countries. Some are historically or politically oriented while others take a more sociological approach. Papers deal with the relation between organized sports and fans, with the special place of youngsters and women in sports, or with the role of sports in a more general understanding of culture and society as indicators of modernization and other facets of social change. Sportive competitions arouse keen passions around such issues as gender, class, and nationality, while they raise questions about leadership on and off the field, and about the economic impact of the games. The topic needs more research.
Scuba LogBook
Our funny Scuba Dive Logbook is a cool gift for men and women! Surprise your favorite diver with this clear and easy to use dive log book with the infos you really need. Perfect traveler mini size 6x9" to carry everywhere.This Logbook created help you keep detailed record of: - Date- Dive Number- Country- Conditions- Location- Visibility- Weight- Current- Dive Data- Verification- My NotesPreview the interior by clicking the look inside feature or if you're on mobile you can check the back cover image. Get your Copy Today! Features Scuba Dive LogBook: ⚬ 50 pages ⚬ Glossy Cover with Elegant and Modern Cover Design ⚬ Interior: Good Quality White Paper ⚬ Size 6 x 9 inches
First Elevens
This is the story of how international football began, culminating in the Scotland v England match of 30 November 1872.That match had its origins in 1870, when two teams of English and Scots footballers kicked a ball about for 90 minutes in the outfield of a London cricket ground. They were cheered on by 'an assemblage of spectators such as is rarely seen', which was about 500 spectators.Over the next two years, international football took the first faltering steps on a journey of passion and emotion that now captivates hundreds of millions of football fans around the world.In this ground-breaking work, football historian Andy Mitchell explains why the pioneers came up with the idea, what challenges they faced, how the rugby and association codes fought for supremacy, and who the key players were. Following exhaustive research, he outlines in detail the events that led to the first internationals, and tells the surprising stories of the men who took part in the early internationals: from convicted killer to Prime Minister's son, the tragic deaths and the outstanding careers.This book shines new light on the birth of international football rivalry, and is a valuable addition to literature on the world's greatest sport.Chapters 1-5 describe the events of the five unofficial internationals between 1870-72, the first rugby international in March 1871, and the first official Scotland v England association football international on 30 November 1872.Chapters 6-8 tell the amazing stories of the football pioneers, their triumphs and disasters, with many photos never before published.The book concludes with an indispensible biographical dictionary of the 75 association football players and 40 rugby players who took part in the matches, including birth and death details, sporting and career highlights, and family background.There is also a timeline, bibliography and index.
A Distillation of Hills
70 years of achievements and failures.This book is based on the author's experiences covering over seventy years of walking and climbing, but it is far more than a mere record. Within its pages you will find joy and sadness, triumph and tragedy recounted against a background of family life with its necessary restraints. It is neither an autobiography nor a travelogue, but you will find here the essence of an enquiring spirit condensed from a lifetime of contemplating what mountains mean to the human condition. Youthful misdemeanours, accidents and mature aspirations (not all were successful) are recounted with equal candour.
Reef Smart Guides Florida Keys
Find the Best Beach in the Keys to Dive#1 New Release in Florida Keys Travel Books and Scuba Travel GuidesThe newest addition to the Reef Smart series, Reef Smart Guides Florida Keys is the #1 guide to finding the best beach in the Keys to dive--from North Key Largo to the Dry Tortugas.An essential guide to exploring the Florida Keys. Whether you're looking to spice up your current dive log book or if you're looking for the perfect adventure gift to give, Reef Smart Guide Florida Keys is it! This guide helps snorkelers, swimmers, and scuba divers in the keys find the best beach in the keys--along with access points and what to expect along the way.Detailed descriptions and maps for your cool new hobby in Florida. With incredible detail, and Reef Smart's 3D rendered illustrations, learn every aspect of over 100 sites. From currents and depths to dangers and suggested routes--even reef guides and common wildlife--everything is planned out--so you can dive without a hitch!In this guide to snorkeling Florida Keys beaches, you'll find: A guide to diving in the Keys with descriptions to over 100 sites3D rendered illustrations to prepare you for each site on your Florida adventureInformation on Florida nature and species, you'll find while snorkeling Florida Keys sitesIf you enjoy diving books like 100 Dives of a Lifetime, Florida Bucket List Adventure Guide & Journal, or Reef Smart Guides Bonaire, you'll love Reef Smart Guide Florida Keys.
Lost Ski Areas of New Jersey
This book continues the look into more of New Jersey's old ski areas. Also a review of additional ski/snowboard inventions, prominent skiers and snowboarders who got their start on the slopes, and winter sports organizations.
The Assault on Mount Everest, 1922
The Assault on Mount Everest, 1922 tells the story of the 1922 British Mount Everest expedition; the first mountaineering expedition with the express aim of making a successful ascent of Mount Everest. The expedition was planned and financed by the Mount Everest Committee which appointed the ebullient Brigadier General C.G. Bruce to be its leader, who subsequently wrote this compelling account of the expedition.The book also provides us with riveting first-hand accounts of the three attempts on the mountain written by George Leigh-Mallory and Captain George Finch. Marked by tragedy when 7 Nepalese porters were swept to their death in an avalanche, it was also the first expedition that attempted to climb Everest using bottled oxygen, starting a controversy that endures to this day.This new Daredevil Books edition of The Assault on Mount Everest, 1922 is published to celebrate the centenary of the first attempt to conquer Everest.With over 40 photographs and illustrations, it features a specially commissioned foreword by Britain's greatest living mountaineer, Sir Chris Bonington, who knows at first hand the challenges and tragedy associated with this most unforgiving mountain.
White Mountains State
This is a down-to-earth, everyman story for anyone with an interest in hiking and mountain climbing. White Mountains State succeeds in highlighting both the trails and challenges of the New Hampshire 48 as well as the deep satisfaction and accomplishment that can result in finishing the list. A dedicated husband and father, and an adventurous friend to his neighbors and college buddies, Keith gives an honest and detailed account of hiking each mountain, either solo or with those he recruits, all while making sure his quest harmonizes with his family life and hiking partnerships. Gentili's book will make you fall in love with the hills, and inspire you to climb your own mountains, whatever they may be.
How to Trap and Snare - A Complete Manual for the Sportsman, Game Preserver and Amateur on the Art of Taking Animals and Birds in Traps, Snares and Ne
This vintage book contains a complete manual for the sportsman, game preserver, gamekeeper, and amateur on the art of taking animals and birds in traps, snares, and nets. Profusely illustrated and full of invaluable tips, this timeless handbook will be of considerable utility to modern readers, and would make for a worthy addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: "Animal Trapping and Snaring", "The Dorset Trap and Its Varieties", "Humane Traps", "Tools, Etc., For Trapping", "How To Set The Dorset Trap", "Round And Small Steel Traps", "How To Set Round And Small Vermin Traps", "Rabbit Trapping", "Trapping Ground Vermin", "Rats", "Wild Cats", "Poaching Cats and Dogs", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on animal trapping and snaring.
Deer Stalking in the Scottish Highlands
The Red Deer is one of the largest deer species and can be found across most of Europe, and in other parts of the world too. The meat of a red deer, venison, is widely used as a food source to the extent that red deer farming now exists. In Scotland, there is a healthy red deer population. Figures vary, but there are estimated to be between 500,000 - 750,000 red deer in Scotland. Although red deer traditionally lived in forests, they have adapted their habitat and behaviour in Scotland as the forests declined. They are now found mostly in glens and on mountains across the Highlands, Islands and Lowlands of Scotland. This vintage book contains accounts of the authors' experiences hunting for deer in the Scottish Highlands, making it highly recommended for those with an interest in historical Scottish hunting. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on deer hunting and stalking.
Taxidermy - A Complete Guide to the Methods of Collecting, Preparing, Mounting and Displaying Animals
This comprehensive guide to taxidermy comprises eleven detailed chapters by various experts on the subject. It is extensively illustrated with black and white photographs, diagrams and drawings. Taxidermy takes a comprehensive and informative look at the subject, and is a fascinating read for any taxidermy enthusiast or historian of the craft. Contents Include: History of Taxidermy; Market Trophy Hunting; How to Select and Study Fresh Specimens; Birds; Fishes; Small Mammals; Groups of Mammals; Large Mammals; Insects; Reptiles; Making Rugs and Robes. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
The Assault on Mount Everest, 1922
The Assault on Mount Everest, 1922 tells the story of the 1922 British Mount Everest expedition; the first mountaineering expedition with the express aim of making a successful ascent of Mount Everest. The expedition was planned and financed by the Mount Everest Committee which appointed the ebullient Brigadier General C.G. Bruce to be its leader, who subsequently wrote this compelling account of the expedition.The book also provides us with riveting first-hand accounts of the three attempts on the mountain written by George Leigh-Mallory and Captain George Finch. Marked by tragedy when 7 Nepalese porters were swept to their death in an avalanche, it was also the first expedition that attempted to climb Everest using bottled oxygen, starting a controversy that endures to this day.This new Daredevil Books edition of The Assault on Mount Everest, 1922 is published to celebrate the centenary of the first attempt to conquer Everest.With over 40 photographs and illustrations, it features a specially commissioned foreword by Britain's greatest living mountaineer, Sir Chris Bonington, who knows at first hand the challenges and tragedy associated with this most unforgiving mountain.
The World’s Worst Sailor
S.D. "Doc" Regan, writer of maritime and nautical affairs, ineptly taught himself to sail upon his retirement as a professor and university dean. His original dinghy provided ample opportunity to capsize, founder on rocks, end up on the lee shore, and embarrass the alleged scholar in front of large crowds. Despite his scholarly papers and books, Doc sardonically proffers a humorous voyage through his trials and tribulations manning the helm. Described as the "worst sailor still alive to tell the tale", Doc and his dinghy, ZONONA, and his West Wight Potter, GENNY SEA, have plied the lakes, rivers, and ponds of Iowa and Minnesota creating an inundation of laughable experiences. Boat builders and skilled sailors shake their heads and mutter that no one is THAT stupid. Always considered a bit of a class clown, Regan has baffled nuns, teachers, professors, and academia with his humor and self-deprecation. He has regaled many dock-side bars with his hilarity and wit as well as university gatherings. He is often sought as a speaker, especially by military and veteran groups. Doc has written "In Bitter Tempest: the biography of Admiral Frank Jack Fletcher", "Pioneering Spirit: the history of Upper Iowa University", and multitude of naval historical articles ironically because his doctorate and specialty is educational psychology to which he has written two dozen professional papers.
A Road Trip Around America 1996
Henry and Barbara drive in their small Isuzu pick-up truck from Atlanta to Seattle and back. they camp, hike, meet people and experience our country in its beauty and misery.
Home Waters
"Beautiful. ... A lyrical companion to his father's classic, A River Runs through It, chronicling their family's history and bond with Montana's Blackfoot River." --Washington PostA "poetic" and "captivating" (Publishers Weekly) memoir about the power of place to shape generations, Home Waters is John N. Maclean's remarkable chronicle of his family's century-long love affair with Montana's majestic Blackfoot River, the setting for his father's classic novella, A River Runs through It. Maclean returns annually to the simple family cabin that his grandfather built by hand, still in search of the trout of a lifetime. When he hooks it at last, decades of longing promise to be fulfilled, inspiring John, reporter and author, to finally write the story he was born to tell. A book that will resonate with everyone who feels deeply rooted to a landscape, Home Waters is a portrait of a family who claimed a river, from one generation to the next, of how this family came of age in the 20th century and later as they scattered across the country, faced tragedy and success, yet were always drawn back to the waters that bound them together. Here are the true stories behind the beloved characters fictionalized in A River Runs through It, including the Reverend Maclean, the patriarch who introduced the family to fishing; Norman, who balanced a life divided between literature and the tug of the rugged West; and tragic yet luminous Paul (played by Brad Pitt in Robert Redford's film adaptation), whose mysterious death has haunted the family and led John to investigate his uncle's murder and reveal new details in these pages.A universal story about nature, family, and the art of fly fishing, Maclean's memoir beautifully captures the inextricable ways our personal histories are linked to the places we come from--our home waters. Featuring twelve wood engravings by Wesley W. Bates and a map of the Blackfoot River region.
Best Easy Day Hikes Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Best Easy Day Hikes Great Smoky Mountains National Park provides 22 easy-to-follow hikes through all the Great Smoky Mountains have to offer. Explore exquisite vistas, enjoy wildlife in natural settings and explore trails ranging from Grotto Falls to Big Creek to Clingmans Dome.Look Inside to Find: Hikes suited to every abilityKey points along every trailGPS coordinatesDifficulty ratings, distances, and key elevation gains
Cazador de los Llanos, Hunter of the Plains
Man has created an imbalance in nature. It is now up to man to try to correct the imbalance by keeping the numbers of wild animals at a sustainable level.About the AuthorErnest Eichwald is a retired teacher who came from a farming background and was taught respect for nature and how to use our natural resources wisely. He has learned that if man has created imbalance in nature, then it is up to man to correct it.
Sailing by Starlight
Sailing by Starlight is the story of the adventure of a lifetime--in fact, of many lifetimes. In the early 1980s, retired geography professor Marvin Creamer set out to do what hadn't been done for a thousand years--if indeed it had ever been done at all: Marv and his crew boarded a 35' sailboat named Globe Star and set out into the frigid Atlantic, planning to sail around the world without the use of any instruments. There was no sextant aboard. No compass. No chart-plotter. No GPS. No radar. Not even a stopwatch. Creamer wanted to prove to the world that it was possible for ancient mariners to have crossed the largest seas, perhaps even sailed around the world, using only their brains, their experience, their sense, and their courage. In attempting to prove his point, Creamer would push his boat and his crew to the limit--and occasionally beyond.Travel with Creamer as Globe Star sails around the perilous Horn, across the dangerous and tumultuous Tasman Sea, and into an active war zone. Sail around the world with a man who was taken prisoner by an idea, a man obsessed with proving a point, and who would let neither 40-foot waves nor fractious crewmembers deter him.
18th World Athletics Championships - Oregon 2022
A complete statistical record of the 18th World Athletics Championships held in Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon, United States in July 2022. The book contains the full results for each event, the personal and season best performances for each participating athlete, world and area records going into the championships along the historic gold medal performances since the championships began. There is also a full breakdown of the points allocated under the new World Team trophy.
18th World Athletics Championships - Oregon 2022
A complete statistical record of the 18th World Athletics Championships held in Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon, United States in July 2022. The book contains the full results for each event, the personal and season best performances for each participating athlete, world and area records going into the championships along the historic gold medal performances since the championships began. There is also a full breakdown of the points allocated under the new World Team trophy.
Serena Williams
From growing up in the tough, hardscrabble neighborhood of Compton, California, to being trained by her father on public tennis courts littered with broken glass and drug paraphernalia, to becoming the top women's player in the world, Serena has proven to be an inspiration to her legions of fans both young and old. Serena has won 23 Grand Slam tournaments and 72 WTA titles. She turned professional more than 20 years ago and today she is still playing at the top level in the sport. But how on earth did she achieve all this?There is surely something we can learn from the life of Serena Williams. In this book we explore how it all started for Serena. From humble beginnings to modern day superstar. We will journey through the highs and learn how she overcame the many difficulties she encountered. What does it take to become Serena Williams? Read on to find out.Williams has a devoted following because she is a sterling example of how to conduct oneself both on and off the tennis court. She is exceptional in both technique and sportsmanship. We will examine Williams' path to greatness in this unofficial biography and discover what it has taken for her to get to where she is now.In this compelling and touching biography, the author takes an empowering look at her extraordinary life and what is still to come and also showing how she has proven to be an inspiration to her legions of fans both young and old.Scroll up and click on buy now to read more.
Maine to Montauk
The latest book from the author of Black Spruce Stream, an Amazon Bestseller Maine to Montauk chronicles the author's life and pursuit of Striped Bass along the Atlantic coast over six decades, complete with all the entertaining stories, adventures, and characters he's met and befriended along the way. The definitive book for those who love to pursue this magnificent gamefish, told as only a legendary fisherman such as Burns can tell. As David DiBenedetto, author of On the Run: An Angler's Journey Down the Striper Coast notes, Brad is "equal parts diehard angler and devoted conservationist, with a passion for the fish that unites us all." Burns is known for his detailed and meticulous fishing logs, which imbues the book with the substance to talk authoritatively about the species decline and the hope for the future.
Winners Lose, Too
"What's it like to lose when everybody's watching?"Author Tom Oberdorfer asks that question of some of the biggest names in sport in his collection of interviews and essays, Winners Lose, Too. With both an affinity for the games and empathy for the athletes, Oberdorfer explores the short straw of competition and achievement - losing - as he talks to Olympians, NASCAR and NCAA champions, and professional league standouts about their disappointments, setbacks, and failures. He uncovers lessons from losing at the highest levels and shares those insights in ways that allow readers to see themselves in the struggles of others. Winners Lose, Too contains 22 stories of high-profile athletes and one premier cellist. Between chapters, quotes from noteworthy and historic figures, writers, and sportsmen and women tackle the subjects of loss and failure. Amid the inspiration, role models emerge, making Winners Lose, Too a valuable asset for readers of all ages.
Hiking Maryland and Delaware
Hiking Maryland and Delaware explores 56 easy-to-follow, and easy-to-get-to hikes. Weaving the natural history and rich cultural history of two of our nation's oldest states, the author guides you through the rugged mountains, old-growth hardwood forests, salt-marsh wildlife preserves, and Piedmont stream valleys that attracted settlers to the region more than three centuries ago.
Learning to Hunt
A lesser person's footsteps would have sounded like they were walking on dry cornflakes. He was 'still-hunting' in a fall drought. Stalking one of God's most perceptive animals in its home environment. This was no novice! His were the skills of a bowhunter who had honed his trade. That had not always been the case... He started as a DIY who set out to teach himself how to hunt. "I can figure it out on my own" lessons came hard. Some ending in smelling salts. Through the author's satire, follow the comical journey that forged him into the hunter he is today. Each entertaining story along the way is packed with lessons which can capture and hold the attention of a budding hunter. Lessons following the mantra... "If you don't know something, ask someone who does!" Humorous childhood stories told by our grandparents are the ones we retain through life. Mark Cloer is from a small town in SC. He learned most of his life knowledge hands on. True to form, he took that approach when "Learning to Hunt". Friends gathered around evening campfires encouraged him to share with others... "Tell them about the time you did this or that". The laughter was often followed by comments about writing a book. So ultimately, he did. Making sure that the comical stories also provided lessons for 'the newbies.' The book placed him on the path where God wanted him. It did so because through HIS guidance, he was able to seek out from others the same advice he was promoting. If you don't know something, ask someone who does. That transformed him into the writer he is today. He loves hunting and he's passionate about sharing that with others. Writing, diving, and history are also high on his list of interest.
Scuba Diving Logbook
Our funny Scuba Dive Logbook is a cool gift for men and women! Surprise your favorite diver with this clear and easy to use dive log book with the infos you really need. Perfect traveler mini size 6x9" to carry everywhere.This Logbook created help you keep detailed record of: - Date- Dive Number- Country- Conditions- Location- Visibility- Weight- Current- Dive Data- Verification- My Notes Get your Copy Today! Features Scuba Dive LogBook: ⚬ 100 pages ⚬ Glossy Cover with Elegant and Modern Cover Design ⚬ Interior: Good Quality White Paper ⚬ Size 6 x 9 inches
Best Easy Day Hikes Syracuse
Best Easy Day Hikes Syracuse chooses the trails that lead to the most panoramic views, and that wind through the prettiest woods and meadows and into the most interesting natural areas in Onondaga, Cayuga and Madison Counties. Urban trails, walks circling lakes, and gorge paths are just some of the wonderful walking experiences you'll find right here in Greater Syracuse--selected for you by a lifetime upstate New York resident, professional travel writer and active area birder. It's time to rediscover Syracuse from the outside!
Dayton and Columbus Ohio Waterfall Hikes
Dayton, well known for their history of flight; should also be known for their falls as well. Columbus the capital of Ohio is famously known for their food scene and The Ohio State Buckeyes! For over a year the author has revisited and explored to find many new waterfalls for this revised hiking book. This book has been carefully planned for ease of use and navigation of each hike at a glance. You will have 70 amazing waterfalls to enjoy exploring!
How to Rock Climb
How to Rock Climb, now in its sixth edition, is the most thorough instructional rock book in the world. All the fundamentals--from style and ethics, to physically scaling the rock--are presented by climbing experts John Long and Bob Gaines. Completely revised and updated to reflect state-of-the-art methods, this book includes sections on face climbing, crack climbing, equipment, anchoring, belaying, toproping, leading, rappelling, sport climbing, trad climbing, multipitch climbing and much more. How to Rock Climb is the essential how-to book for rock climbers everywhere.
The World’s Best National Parks in 500 Walks
An inspiring and practical reference guide for hikers of all abilities who want to explore the world's national parks. Ever since Yellowstone National Park was established in 1872 as the world's first national park, the movement to preserve natural landscapes and habitats has spread to every continent. The World's Best National Parks in 500 Walks is the perfect inspiration for every explorer, from the armchair traveler to the veteran hiker, with full-color photos and vivid descriptions of some of the world's most spectacular hiking trails. Helpful tips on navigating the routes, planning your trips, and preparing for encounters with wildlife will have you lacing up your boots and strapping on your backpack, whether it's for a short weekday stroll or a multiday expedition on the world's most breathtaking trails.
Gudgeon
This book is a celebration of the humble gudgeon, the angler's favourite 'tiddler'. Scientist, author and broadcaster Dr Mark Everard tells tales about the biology of the gudgeon, gudgeon fishing, and the diverse social quirks and values of this most popular of little fishes.
Silver Bream
This is the first ever book dedicated to the Silver Bream, a fish neglected by science. Mark Everard introduces the biology of the silver bream, angling for this fish, and its diverse social quirks and values.
Primitive Living, Self-Sufficiency, and Survival Skills
In Primitive Living, Self-Sufficiency, and Survival Skills, author Thomas J. Elpel shows how to discover nature by using it with the same techniques employed by the first people to wander the earth. Illustrated with over 350 photographs, he thoroughly describes every aspect of how to: -Stay warm and comfortable even without a blanket -Start a fire using friction -Make bows and bone arrowheads -Butcher a deer, tan the hide, and make soft buckskin clothing -Identify edible plants of the Rocky Mountains -Cook in the wild without a pan -Make birch bark canisters, willow baskets, and primitive pottery -Create and use simple stone knives Primitive Living, Self-Sufficiency, and Survival Skills includes dozens of skills and techniques that anyone can learn to meet the needs of clothing, shelter, fire, and water. It is a must read for any serious outdoorsperson.
40 Fun-filled Float Trips for Fly Fishers
The Real Scoop on Float Fishing Guides Gear Lodges Lodging Weather Fish Cold Wet Ones Medical Help William L. (Bill) Wolfe is professor emeritus at the College of Optical Sciences, of the University of Arizona. He taught optics, with an emphasis on infrared techniques, for about twenty-five years and has been retired for about that long. He spent three years at the Honeywell Radiation Center in Lexington, MA, where he managed the Electro-optics Systems Department and taught part time at Northeastern University. His first real job (not counting delivering papers and pollinating lilies) was at The University of Michigan where he taught in the Electrical Engineering Department and did research at the Environmental Research Institute. Throughout all that time his favorite pastime was fly fishing.
McVanBuck Guns, Grizzlies, And Scares
Peter N. Mast is an excellent story-teller. His McVanBuck stories (which are based on real experiences) will entertain the sportsman, hunter, farmer, and all who love adventures. Many have enjoyed Peter's first book in the series McVanBuck Call of the Lighter; and, as was stated on more than one occasion, "He's like a Canadian Patrick F. McManus."The McVanBuck family are up to it again, with their old unbreakable mindset of "do it first - it's faster than thinking." Some of you may find some wisdom to be had in this second book of the McVanBuck series, if you can stop laughing long enough to see it.As for the outdoors men and the hunter, you will learn to be lucky in the backwoods to avoid being accidentally shot and luckier still, by voiding being mauled by the hands of an enraged grizzly bear. What to do when the enraged bear gets so close that you can smell their breath? You drop your rifle from your shoulder to your hip, and then like a skilled gun slinger, you try a cocky hip-shot to stop the bear from mauling you to death. But, of course, you have never practiced the hip-shot, neither have you ever attempted it before...Excerpt 1: {... The enraged grizzly bear came at us fast and smooth. It came straight towards us through the fall tall grass, being so low to the ground, as it cut its own path through the grass as it ran at us. My rifle went to my shoulder, as I tried to get it spotted into the scope of my gun. But I could not see clearly, for the bear was only a blur. The scope was set on high-power to see at a far distance, and it was too close to see it clearly. At that moment, a chilling thought hit me, sending a shiver up my spine. I had forgotten to put a bullet into the chamber of my rifle, and I had a very angry grizzly bear now charging me, at a full, enraged run...}Excerpt 2: {...To our disappointment, nobody came out... not one single hornet.Perhaps the whole hornet family had been eradicated, or maybe they had simply abandoned their home and the hornets had gone somewhere else.With confusion, Calvin then put his eye right up to the knothole to look into the darkness to make certain that no one was home and announced, "Nope, I can't see any hornets in there... it's black in there... wait! I see something..."Then came that surprising, "YE-OUCH! He got me!" as a lone hornet had found an easy target staring right through his front door at him.This lone hornet must have overslept when his family packed their luggage and left to find a safer location to live.As Calvin tried to stretch open his eyelid that was slowly clamping his eye shut, a few uncontrolled tears trickled down his face... these were not crying tears though, but were army, tough guy, hornet-sting type of tears...}Excerpt 3: {...The prairie gophers were not normally eaten, for they were classified as nuisance vermin. But some of my kin have been known to eat them, from time to time. This mostly occurred when an individual took the quote, "What you shoot, is what you eat," out of context and to the extremes of a hard-core hunt.The extreme hard-core hunter would have small game animals on their menu, like gophers, magpies, and the occasional house mouse, from the mouse trap in the corner.As for the extreme, hard-core trapper, they would not just eat the small game they caught, but they would also skin them out. They would then, on occasion, fiddle excessively with the pelts, while entertaining young children with their mouse finger puppets.My Uncle Casper would say, "Look, children! I've got a puppet on each of my fingers. One to come after each of you, squeak-ety-squeak, squeak-ety-squeak, the mice are coming for you, hahaha!"...}
A Hero's Journey
A Hero's Journey Beyond Little Norway and Olympia Sports Camp is a compiled history of the Olympia Sports Camp in Huntsville, Ontario, through the lens of its founder and inspiration, Dave Grace, the hero of the book's title. The hero's journey of the title is Dave Grace's adaptation of the writings and teaching of philosopher Joseph Campbell. The basic tenet of the Dave Grace's hero's journey is that heroes all go through a 12-step journey-from their own comfort zone to the unknown and all its challenges-to a new normal where the hero bestows knowledge learned on others in order to help them on their journey. Dave Grace's foundational belief is that we are all heroes on our own path and who we become on our journey is more important than the accomplishments we achieve.A Hero's Journey chronicles the people and places that make up the history of the camp, while also serving as an inspirational guidebook for readers to each become the hero of their own journey. This book also examines the history of the land on which the camp has been built, from its Indigenous origins to the European settlement of the 1800s, and to the use of the land by the Norwegian Air Force during World War II. The book takes readers on a journey through the various stages related to the development of the camp, first established in 1974. The book is built on a collection of stories related to mentorship, sports psychology, and community building, as well as interviews of past campers, coaches, and others with a longtime association with Olympia. With this book, author Chris Dooley honours Dave Grace and the many others who have been integral to the history of the camp and its land.
Best Easy Day Hikes Phoenix
Best Easy Day Hikes Phoenix features concise descriptions and easy-to-follow maps of 35 easily manageable hikes through some of the most breathtaking scenery in the Valley of the Sun--from Piestewa Peak, which dominates Phoenix's northern skyline, to McDowell Mountain, Pinnacle Peak, and Lost Dutchman State Park. Look inside for: Half-hour strolls to full-day adventures Hikes for everyone, including families Hikes ranked from easiest to more challenging GPS-compatible trail maps
Fish Tales
Fish Tales - Devotional Angles for Anglers is a fun-loving, almost fantasical, yet entirely true collection of stories about a father and his son's fishing adventures in the son's growing up years. Presented with a very entertaining, devotional "spin," these stories will make you laugh, maybe cry, and even feel a slight degree of trepidation and suspense as you "make it back to shore safely!" You will humor the fact that this book is not a "how-to" be a great fisherman! In fact, it could be a "how-NOT-to" guide to fishing fame! But it is 'breaming' (pun intended) with hilarious and hazardous fish stories that will tickle your funny bone! OR make you "nervous as a house cat in a room full of rocking chairs" when you get caught in severe storms and lose complete control of the boat motor! Most notably, you will hear the truth of Scripture as the Word of God speaks to your heart about important, everyday life lessons! The Bible is filled with fishing stories, not least among them, the invitation to become "fishers of men!" This book will hone your skills for sharing your love of Christ with others! "Wayne's witty way of telling fish tales is masterful and amusing! His 'tales' have enlightened me to the fact that fish are under God's constant and direct leading, reminding me so much of my own personal experiences. Digging for red wiggler worms or netting minnows and crayfish for bait are familiar to rural North Carolina fishing. These tales describe a successful day not by the number of fish in the cooler but by the heartfelt memories of time spent with family and friends. Although I usually have a fishing plan for the day, I know that the wind, muddy waters, and other anglers can change those plans. So, I find myself asking, 'Lord, what do I need to do?' I then become totally dependent on God for direction (just as the fish are)! As Vice President of the Carolina Fishers of Men Inshore Trail, I realize that all of my fishing success is a distinct blessing from God! Wayne and I both would like to be remembered as fishermen who loved God, loved people, and loved fishing! Thank you, Wayne, for these stories! I pray they will be as much a blessing to others as they are to me! I celebrate with you Christ's invitation to, 'Follow me and I will make you FISHERS OF MEN'" (Mt. 4:19). - Joseph Stephen Balazsi II, Long-Time friend and Vice President of Carolina Fishers of Men Inshore Trail
Forty-five years of sport
Forty-five years of sport is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1891. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
100 Classic Hikes: New England
More than 35 new destinations All new maps and full-color photos Offers both family-friendly adventures and more challenging all-day treks The wilderness of New England is a year-round hikers paradise, offering an abundance of rolling hills, granite-topped mountains, jagged coastlines, lush hardwood forests, and sparkling lakes. Historic trails are well-worn into the New England landscape, inviting outdoor enthusiasts to undertake epic backpacking adventures or short, satisfying day hikes. Author Jeffrey Romano, a New England native, covers the best trails across six states, including hikes on Vermont's famous Long Trail, the challenging rocky peaks of New Hampshire's White Mountains, in the forests of Connecticut and the many conservation areas of Massachusetts, and along the picturesque coasts of Maine and Rhode Island. Romano provides options for both shortening or extending many hikes so everyone can find the route that matches their skill and energy level--and, of course, includes distances and times for each route, as well as difficulty rating, elevation gain, permitting information, and more. Whether they are looking for an easy jaunt, a longer day hike, or a multi-day backpacking experience, hikers will find it all in 100 Classic Hikes New England, 2nd Edition.
2001 Games (And Counting)
Steve Basford is the play-by-play voice of multiple sports for Ohio Wesleyan University and is on the official statistics crew for Ohio State football. He got his start on February 8, 1975, by working the stats and providing some color commentary for a high school boys' basketball game broadcast on Time Warner cable TV in Columbus, Ohio. He Iogged his activity for that game on a sheet of notebook paper and has continued to log his games worked as a statistician, play-by-play broadcaster, color broadcaster, game reporter, public address announcer, timeout coordinator, and a parabolic microphone operator, while having to turn down an opportunity to work for a bull riding competition (!).He worked his 2,001st game in 2021, with his gigs taking him to the New Jersey Meadowlands to Murfreesboro, Tennessee to Iowa City, Iowa, and points in between.He has worked games for ESPN, NBC, the Big Ten Network, and the Ohio News Network, among others, working the stats for such sports figures as Bob Costas, Joe Theismann, Harry Kalas, Paul Warfield, Pat Hughes, John Gordon, Fred Taylor, Paul Maguire, Jimmy Crum, John Cooper, and Tara VanDerveer.
White Hats, Leaves, and Pterodactyls...Fly Fishing for Trout in Missouri
First and foremost, I'm not an author or storyteller, I'm a sportsman. To be more specific, I'm a fly fisherman. For the last five decades I have tried to balance providing a living for my family of four with doing what I love to do-fly fish for trout. I have been blessed to have been able to do both fairly well. As you will read in this short book, I don't just like to fish for trout, I like to fish for BIG trout. I was inspired by my early mentors, who I considered better than average fishermen. As the years went by, I was able to capture the highlights in a personal log. If I had not kept these records, who in their right mind would have believed my story! I have the best fishing partner in the world-my wife of nearly 49 years. She has provided the encouragement to always pursue my dream. Life hasn't always been easy, but Sandy kept pushing me right back on the creek to fish again. As you read my story, I encourage you to try fly fishing the rivers and streams near you. There is no sport more relaxing, and none more rewarding. Happy fishing! Rick a/k/a Laker67
The Road Less Traveled
The Road Less Traveled was developed to share stories from the last three years of ministry, along with the spiritual implications each story has for our everyday lives. I have experienced God doing amazing things in our lives, and the lives of others. I hope to share these experiences with you that your life will be blessed in the reading. I hope you are challenged to step off the boat, walk by faith, live a great story, and let God flow through you.
Greatness Revealed
We have all experienced wonderful moments in time, in regards to sporting events, which only lasted mere seconds. It is not until we stop and look back, that we begin to realize that during those moments we may have been sitting on the edge of sports history. Words are powerful. These stories mark the time and these people are part of my past. This book reminds me of how incredibly blessed I have been to meet and visit with so many of my childhood sports heroes. Inside "Greatness Revealed" you will find 48 inspirations stories of athletes, coaches, broadcasters and events that represent the timeless memories of my last 40 years (1982-2022), while covering sports. The miles have been many, the time has flown by, and the memories are immeasurable. These are brief moments I'll never forget. Oh, and the people I have met! Andy Purvis is a long time sports enthusiast. He lives in Corpus Christi, Texas, with his wife Jan and one cat. He has four grandchildren and six great grandchildren. They are also in his Hall of Fame! He has been in restaurant management for over 37 years and has retired. Andy has always had an acute interest in and knowledge of sports history and has been blessed to meet and interview many of his childhood heroes. Andy writes for the Island Moon Newspaper. He has also co-hosted several sports talk radio shows with a couple of different partners for 26 years and continues on SportRadioCC 1230 KSIX. He maintains contact with many sports "greats" and other sports friends. Feel free to visit www.purvisbooks.com, and leave a comment in the review section.
Climbing is the New Yoga
This is not a book about techniques for improving strength or flexibility, performing complicated postures, or climbing huge walls. While both climbing and yoga have undeniable physical benefits, both contribute to a greater purpose: mastery of the mind. A mastery that ultimately serves to achieve and maintain peace of mind. Yoga is a path toward peace of mind that passes through the dissolution of the various layers of the ego that hinder it. It is a path of return, since this peace of mind -it can also be called happiness- is the natural state of the mind, its purest state, free from the alterations that agitate, disturb and pollute it. This path can also be traversed through climbing. Although climbing does not have a philosophical tradition like yoga, in this book you will discover how you can apply several of the precepts of yoga to your work on the rock, turning climbing into a new form of yoga, another path that leads to the same summit.
Greatness Revealed
We have all experienced wonderful moments in time, in regards to sporting events, which only lasted mere seconds. It is not until we stop and look back, that we begin to realize that during those moments we may have been sitting on the edge of sports history. Words are powerful. These stories mark the time and these people are part of my past. This book reminds me of how incredibly blessed I have been to meet and visit with so many of my childhood sports heroes. Inside "Greatness Revealed" you will find 48 inspirations stories of athletes, coaches, broadcasters and events that represent the timeless memories of my last 40 years (1982-2022), while covering sports. The miles have been many, the time has flown by, and the memories are immeasurable. These are brief moments I'll never forget. Oh, and the people I have met! Andy Purvis is a long time sports enthusiast. He lives in Corpus Christi, Texas, with his wife Jan and one cat. He has four grandchildren and six great grandchildren. They are also in his Hall of Fame! He has been in restaurant management for over 37 years and has retired. Andy has always had an acute interest in and knowledge of sports history and has been blessed to meet and interview many of his childhood heroes. Andy writes for the Island Moon Newspaper. He has also co-hosted several sports talk radio shows with a couple of different partners for 26 years and continues on SportRadioCC 1230 KSIX. He maintains contact with many sports "greats" and other sports friends. Feel free to visit www.purvisbooks.com, and leave a comment in the review section.
Hiking Is Fundamental
Discover the joy of hiking, one step at a timeHiking is Fundamental is an informative celebration of all things hiking. Illustrated list-style chapters cover the core elements of getting into hiking, from preparation to pacing. This inviting overview will demystify the whole hiking experience and give readers the tools and skills they need to get started with confidence. Hiking is not exclusive to the wealthy, the athletic, or the experienced. It's fun! And it's for everyone.
