Stoic Climbing
Climbing goes beyond simply being a physical activity. When climbing we are exposed to situations where we have to confront difficulty, discomfort, fear, frustration, decision making, among other things. Through these trials and tribulations, we are given the opportunity to surmount many life's struggles which will deepen in our ability to develop our mental strength and the ability to maintain serenity. In order to have serenity in our lives we need to efficiently manage the challenges and difficulties we face and the emotions they generate. Many situations will provoke negative emotions, we must develop the strength to manage them, to objectively observe them, to take action when necessary and to avoid making decisions based on erroneous impressions. All the while continuously learning and enjoying the whole process, leaving all unnecessary tension behind. The Stoics have been writing about these issues for over two millennia. In this book you will find the practical application of philosophical concepts that are brought to us in a clear and simple way through climbing. Wisdom not only to climb better, but to live better as well.
Hiking and Life Lessons
You might choose to take a pass on trekking in rocky trailless canyons to spend nights sleeping in the dirt, knowing that your spouse needn't worry because you're not visiting places where a rescue would be difficult-assuming someone eventually found you. But you're in luck! Four guys have already done it and their exploits are recorded in this book. You can just relax and be entertained by their explorations and misadventures in Death Valley. The lessons are a bonus.
Backcountry Eats
Make your own high-quality backcountry meals.Are you a seasoned backcountry hiker seeking to lighten your pack? Or, are you a canoe tripper looking to bring variety and savings to your meals? Do you have dietary needs that ready-made meals cannot accommodate? Are you a front country car camper or overnight hiker looking to get deeper into the backcountry? Backcountry Eats is a valuable tool on how to take your trips a step further and explore the backcountry on multi-day adventures.In Backcountry Eats, Kevin Ride demystifies food dehydration techniques and outlines everything you need to know to make your own dehydrated meals for backcountry travel.Within these pages you will discover how to: - select a dehydrator, - dehydrate food of various types (fruit, vegetables, meats, seafood, grains, pasta) safely.- meal plan and ration plan, - portion and package your meals, - select a stove and fuel, - bake in the backcountry, and- protect your food from wildlife.Backcountry Eats includes a recipe section with over 100 dehydrated recipes featuring simple one pot meals that rehydrate by adding water, but also rounds-out your repertoire with other recipes such as fruit leather, jerky, granola bars, baked items such as bannock, and a variety of hot drinks.
Backcountry Eats
Make your own high-quality backcountry meals.Are you a seasoned backcountry hiker seeking to lighten your pack? Or, are you a canoe tripper looking to bring variety and savings to your meals? Do you have dietary needs that ready-made meals cannot accommodate? Are you a front country car camper or overnight hiker looking to get deeper into the backcountry? Backcountry Eats is a valuable tool on how to take your trips a step further and explore the backcountry on multi-day adventures.In Backcountry Eats, Kevin Ride demystifies food dehydration techniques and outlines everything you need to know to make your own dehydrated meals for backcountry travel.Within these pages you will discover how to: - select a dehydrator, - dehydrate food of various types (fruit, vegetables, meats, seafood, grains, pasta) safely.- meal plan and ration plan, - portion and package your meals, - select a stove and fuel, - bake in the backcountry, and- protect your food from wildlife.Backcountry Eats includes a recipe section with over 100 dehydrated recipes featuring simple one pot meals that rehydrate by adding water, but also rounds-out your repertoire with other recipes such as fruit leather, jerky, granola bars, baked items such as bannock, and a variety of hot drinks.
My Journeys
There are many paths that make up "The Camino de Santiago de Compostela". Each of them has its own charm and peculiarity. They also offer the pilgrim freedom, space, beauty, knowledge, adventure, and the opportunity to find oneself. Perhaps that is why the Camino traps us and we have to repeat it over and over again. The Chicamocha Canyon, like the Camino, has its unique charms and beauty. Every step one takes in the Canyon is a treat to our senses. But you have to be careful with this wonder of nature. Its spells could seduce us and stun the senses. After having traveled these roads, life changes and the world is seen from another perspective.
My Journeys
There are many paths that make up "The Camino de Santiago de Compostela". Each of them has its own charm and peculiarity. They also offer the pilgrim freedom, space, beauty, knowledge, adventure, and the opportunity to find oneself. Perhaps that is why the Camino traps us and we have to repeat it over and over again. The Chicamocha Canyon, like the Camino, has its unique charms and beauty. Every step one takes in the Canyon is a treat to our senses. But you have to be careful with this wonder of nature. Its spells could seduce us and stun the senses. After having traveled these roads, life changes and the world is seen from another perspective.
Camping Oregon
Looking for the ideal spot to pitch your tent or park your RV? Fully revised and updated, Camping Oregon contains comprehensive descriptions of more than 600 public campgrounds throughout the Beaver State. Look inside for information on campground locations, facilities and hookups, fees and reservations, recreational activities, and zero-impact camping. Featuring: Campgrounds for every taste Camping options for individuals, families, and groups Easy-to-use maps and charts to help you choose the perfect site
Keep on Moving!
REVISED AND UPDATED 2021A senior citizen's look at the new, fascinating and ever-changing world of rollators, adult bikes, mobile scooters, recumbent trikes, and electric bikes. The book's message is simple and direct: get up, get out, and keep on rolling down life's highway. Smart advice for seniors and physically disabled people who want to stay mobile and active. - - - This book chronicles one senior citizen's struggle to maintain his independence when he is forced, at age 85, to stop driving. In an effort to maintain his mobility and avoid the ever-threatening wheelchair, he plunges into a search for something -- be it a rollator, recumbent bike or adult trike -- to substitute for the loss of his beloved car, his personal chariot. He knows that bikes of all sorts are used for transportation and commuting in Europe. Why not here? In the process he creates a beginner's guide to alternatives to driving for the millions of folks worldwide faced with the problem of slowly declining health. What choices are before them if they wish to keep moving, stay active and remain in close communion with nature and the great outdoors?
Dumb Luck and the Kindness of Strangers
Witty, shrewd, and always a joy to read, John Gierach, "America's best fishing writer" (Houston Chronicle) and favorite streamside philosopher, has earned the following of "legions of readers who may not even fish but are drawn to his musings on community, culture, the natural world, and the seasons of life" (Kirkus Reviews). "After five decades, twenty books, and countless columns, [John Gierach] is still a master" (Forbes). Now, in his latest original collection, Gierach shows us why fly-fishing is the perfect antidote to everything that is wrong with the world. "Gierach's deceptively laconic prose masks an accomplished storyteller...His alert and slightly off-kilter observations place him in the general neighborhood of Mark Twain and James Thurber" (Publishers Weekly). In Dumb Luck and the Kindness of Strangers, Gierach looks back to the long-ago day when he bought his first resident fishing license in Colorado, where the fishing season never ends, and just knew he was in the right place. And he succinctly sums up part of the appeal of his sport when he writes that it is "an acquired taste that reintroduces the chaos of uncertainty back into our well-regulated lives." Lifelong fisherman though he is, Gierach can write with self-deprecating humor about his own fishing misadventures, confessing that despite all his experience, he is still capable of blowing a strike by a fish "in the usual amateur way." "Arguably the best fishing writer working" (The Wall Street Journal), Gierach offers witty, trenchant observations not just about fly-fishing itself but also about how one's love of fly-fishing shapes the world that we choose to make for ourselves.
Best Easy Day Hikes Milwaukee, Second Edition
Best Easy Day Hikes Milwaukee includes concise descriptions of the best short hikes in the area, with detailed maps of the routes. The 20 hikes in this guide are generally short, easy to follow, and guaranteed to please.
Best Easy Day Hikes Boulder, 3rd Edition
Best Easy Day Hikes Boulder, Third Edition includes concise descriptions and detailed maps for twenty easy-to-follow trails, for an accessible range of abilities.LOOK INSIDE TO FIND- Casual hikes to full-day adventures- Hikes for everyone, including families - Mile-by-mile directions and clear trail maps - GPS coordinates
Fishing Glacier National Park
Glacier National Park offers some of the most beautiful and exciting sport fishing in Montana. But how does an angler know when and where to fish, how to get there, and what kind of gear will reel in the catch? The answers are all here in Fishing Glacier National Park.
Camping Michigan
No other campground guidebook focuses solely on the Michigan quite like Kevin Revolinski's. Michigan offers a surprising array of quiet, out-of-the-way parks replete with lakes, rivers, rugged hills, and even rocky cliffs. Fully revised and updated, Camping Michigan opens the door to these places. It includes: ? Up-to-date trail information and route descriptions ? Accurate directions to popular as well as less-traveled trails ? Difficulty ratings for each hike ? Historical highlights ? Detailed trail maps ? Zero-impact camping, and wilderness safety tips and techniques
Dead Reckoning
It's easier to stay alive if you know what's out there. That's the philosophy behind Dead Reckoning, an honest, unflinching, sometimes-thrilling collection of close calls and catastrophes in the Great Outdoors. Emma Walker's narrative nonfiction covers outdoor activities ranging from hiking to sea kayaking to backcountry skiing, all in accessible, easy-to-understand terms. At the end of each chapter, she distills lessons learned for staying safe in the outdoors--all with a relatable (and occasionally vulnerable) twist.
Jackson Hole Hiking Guide
Find the Right Hike For You in Jackson HoleA Hiking Guide to Grand Teton, Jackson, Teton Valley, Gros Ventre, Togwotee Pass, and more.Jackson Hole contains some of the most dramatic and iconic landscapes in the United States. The Jackson Hole Hiking Guide will take you through deep canyons, to high mountains, and around hidden alpine lakes. The landscapes and animals in and around Jackson Hole are unmatched anywhere in America. This book tells you everything you need to know to find them.You'll get GPS coordinates, accurate routes, elevation info, highlights, and warnings for hikes in and around Jackson Hole, Wyoming. This guide includes family-friendly, ADA-accessible, easy, and highly challenging trails. Whether you are an avid hiker looking for a multi-day adventure or have a family with young children, this book has what you want. There are hikes for everyone in this guide.Book featuresMaps and elevation profilesDistance and difficulty ratingsGPS coordinates (DD.DDDD簞, Deg簞 Min' Sec", UTM)Trailhead facilitiesSafety notesImperial (American/English) and metric unitsOver 100 trails are described in the Jackson Hole Hiking Guide. This book contains hikes found in no other books, websites, or smartphone apps. Each trail description has everything you need to know to hike safely and confidently.Find the best hiking trails in Jackson Hole, whatever your skill level, in the Jackson Hole Hiking Guide.Major areas included in this guideGrand TetonJackson LakeJenny LakePhelps LakeCentral JacksonSouth Jackson HoleTeton PassTeton Valley, IdahoGrand TargheeGros VentreTogwotee PassHike with veteran author and Jackson native Aaron Linsdau on a short stroll or tough multiday backpack. This polar explorer will show you hidden spectacular scenery that you never imagined.Get your guidebook today!
Jackson Hole Hiking Guide
Find the Right Hike For You in Jackson HoleA Hiking Guide to Grand Teton, Jackson, Teton Valley, Gros Ventre, Togwotee Pass, and more.Jackson Hole contains some of the most dramatic and iconic landscapes in the United States. The Jackson Hole Hiking Guide will take you through deep canyons, to high mountains, and around hidden alpine lakes. The landscapes and animals in and around Jackson Hole are unmatched anywhere in America. This book tells you everything you need to know to find them.You'll get GPS coordinates, accurate routes, elevation info, highlights, and warnings for hikes in and around Jackson Hole, Wyoming. This guide includes family-friendly, ADA-accessible, easy, and highly challenging trails. Whether you are an avid hiker looking for a multi-day adventure or have a family with young children, this book has what you want. There are hikes for everyone in this guide.Book featuresMaps and elevation profilesDistance and difficulty ratingsGPS coordinates (DD.DDDD簞, Deg簞 Min' Sec", UTM)Trailhead facilitiesSafety notesImperial (American/English) and metric unitsOver 100 trails are described in the Jackson Hole Hiking Guide. This book contains hikes found in no other books, websites, or smartphone apps. Each trail description has everything you need to know to hike safely and confidently.Find the best hiking trails in Jackson Hole, whatever your skill level, in the Jackson Hole Hiking Guide.Major areas included in this guideGrand TetonJackson LakeJenny LakePhelps LakeCentral JacksonSouth Jackson HoleTeton PassTeton Valley, IdahoGrand TargheeGros VentreTogwotee PassHike with veteran author and Jackson native Aaron Linsdau on a short stroll or tough multiday backpack. This polar explorer will show you hidden spectacular scenery that you never imagined.Get your guidebook today!
Happy Outdoors
Hunting and fishing is a way of life in South Carolina. This is especially true in the low country. This part of our state is a sportsman's paradise. I know that for a fact since this area is my home. I've spent countless hours in the woods waiting on a buck and just as many on the coast searching for redfish. This time represents a large chunk of my life. It seems like my inspiration for this book would have come from the solitude of nature. I'm sure it has for many other writers. However, this one was born on the Dawhoo River with the help of one perfectly timed conversation. It was a lively talk to say the least. Happy Outdoors captures that fun conversation and plenty of outdoor tales. Clifford Jardine Ray III (Dean) grew up in Denmark, South Carolina. He was blessed from day one to live on the family farm. The farm offered him unlimited hunting opportunities and free time in the outdoors. Dean graduated from Clemson University with a degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Biology. He now lives in Beech Island, South Carolina with his wife, Lisa, and their two boys. When the boys aren't playing sports, you can often find the family swimming on the Edisto River.
The Complete Sailing Manual
A new and updated edition of the only sailing manual that you will ever need.Whether you're a seasoned seafarer or just starting out, this fully revised and updated sailing manual is perfect for all levels of experience. Learn how to handle any sailing situation with thorough coverage of all aspects of sailing and boat ownership Inside the pages of this new edition of the go-to guide about sailing and boat maintenance, you'll discover: - Comprehensive coverage of all aspects of sailing practice written by an expert sailor - Fully updated contents with the latest information and advice, and technological developments - A chapter by chapter approach that functions as a complete tuition course on seamanship - Authoritative text, clear, annotated diagrams, and action photographs - A reliable, instant, and user-friendly handbook for any sailing situation - Foreword by quadruple Olympic gold medalist, Sir Ben Ainslie Former British national champion Steve Sleight offers a wealth of expert advice and guidance in the form of a complete tuition course on seamanship. The Complete Sailing Manual is the ultimate sailing handbook that is packed with engaging essential information and breathtaking action photography. Handy diagrams, step-by-step artwork, and instructions will teach you all the latest sailing techniques. This updated edition features all of the latest developments in sailing including foiling, long-distance cruising, and high-speed apparent-wind sailing and navigation. Explore new developments in sailing equipment such as modern performance systems, electronic navigation, and ways to use alternative energy on board. Explore the latest rules, regulations, and best practices from collision regulations to safety equipment. This essential sailing book is necessary for every keen sailor, from beginner to expert!
The Electric Bike Manifesto
Climate change, growing energy crises, rampant pollution, rising obesity... our world is spiraling out of control in practically every direction. But all is not lost, for the solution to all of these problems and more lies in one unassuming device: the humble electric bicycle. And never before has the key to humanity's survival been this fun!
Sailing Around the World
A retired, Canadian firefighter with a dream of adventure sails his new boat from The Virgin Islands to Grenada, and then across the Caribbean Sea to the USA. Picking up his 2 dogs he continues up and down the east coast and across the Bahamas, gaining experience as a dream of circumnavigating the planet begins to form. A true story beginning in 2012, this first half concludes with the B矇n矇teau 423 being outfitted in North Carolina in 2015, ready to depart for Panama. Dramatic, often moving, or incredibly funny, it is a tale of confronting the unknown, told with heart. With 14 FULL COLOUR photographs.
Appalachian Grouse Dog
Hunting, grouse dogs, and the great outdoorsLike many of his contemporaries, Dennis LaBare's parents moved to a big-city suburb to live a modest life as a result of the Great Depression and World War II.Along with the new landscape, his parents of rural origins introduced to him an appreciation of outdoor living like farming, hunting, wandering through the forest, reading outdoor magazines, and spending summer vacations visiting the folks "back home."In spite of the enormous cultural changes that came from the loud, roaring post-WWII era, the voices and traditions of those quiet country origins made their way into LaBare's consciousness and that of his generation.Appalachian Grouse Dog: A Boomer's Memoir is an ode to boomers and the pursuits of the traditional outdoors. Here in clear-eyed prose is the life-changing story of one boy and one dog who made it through the cacophony of modern America to a life of appreciation and outdoor living. It is a celebration of the deep roots of another time and place-of a dog, a gun, and time enough.
Camping
Discover the timeless allure of the great outdoors with ""Camping"" by G. Lockwine, Alexandra-a captivating guide that has been out of print for decades and is now lovingly republished by Alpha Editions. This beautifully restored edition is not just a reprint; it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, designed for today's adventurers and future generations alike. Dive into a world where nature exploration meets practical wisdom. ""Camping"" is more than just a camping guide; it's an invitation to embark on unforgettable outdoor adventures with family and friends. With insightful camping tips, essential gear recommendations, and delicious camping recipes, this book equips you with everything you need for a successful trip into the wilderness. Whether you're a seasoned camper or a novice eager to learn about camping safety and wilderness survival, this guide offers invaluable knowledge that resonates across generations. The themes of camaraderie, self-discovery, and the beauty of nature are woven throughout Lockwine's narrative, making it a perfect companion for those seeking to reconnect with the great outdoors. As you turn the pages, you'll find inspiration for hiking and camping excursions that will create lasting memories and deepen your appreciation for the natural world. This edition of ""Camping"" is a tribute to the spirit of adventure and the joy of family camping. It serves as a reminder of the simple pleasures found in nature and the importance of preserving these experiences for future explorers. Join the ranks of classic literature collectors and outdoor enthusiasts who recognize the significance of this remarkable work. Embrace the call of the wild and let ""Camping"" guide you on your next journey into the heart of nature. Rediscover the magic of camping today!
Bass, Pike, Perch, And Others
Dive into the world of angling with ""Bass, Pike, Perch, And Others,"" a timeless classic by A. Henshall, now revived by Alpha Editions for a new generation of fishing enthusiasts. This captivating book is not just a fishing guide; it's an invitation to embark on unforgettable fishing adventures, filled with expert insights and practical fishing techniques that will elevate your skills, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro. In this beautifully restored edition, Henshall shares invaluable pike fishing tips, bass fishing strategies, and perch fishing insights that have stood the test of time. His passion for freshwater fishing shines through every page, making it a must-have for anyone looking to enhance their angling methods. With detailed fishing gear recommendations and practical advice, this book serves as both a comprehensive guide and a source of inspiration for outdoor sports lovers. Originally published over a century ago, ""Bass, Pike, Perch, And Others"" has been out of print for decades, making this republished edition a true collector's item and a cultural treasure. Alpha Editions has meticulously restored this classic, ensuring that its rich history and wisdom are preserved for today's readers and future generations. This is not merely a reprint; it's a revival of a literary gem that celebrates the art of fishing. Whether you're seeking to refine your skills or simply enjoy the beauty of classic literature, this book resonates with the spirit of adventure and the thrill of the catch. Join the ranks of fishing enthusiasts who cherish Henshall's legacy and discover the joy of fishing through his eyes. Don't miss your chance to own this essential bass fishing guide that promises to inspire countless fishing trips and memories. Grab your copy today and cast your line into the depths of angling history!
Camping For Boys
A bold band of boys push into the unknown with courage, curiosity, and a sense of honour that outlives the weather. In this classic outdoor adventure tale, Gibson crafts a vivid portrait of Edwardian Britain's countryside and seaside camps, where boys learn to read the land as keenly as the map. The story blends practical camping and exploration with the heart-warming rhythms of friendship, teaching outdoor survival lessons through shared endeavour, teamwork and camaraderie. It is a lucid, invigorating entry point for young readers drawn to juvenile adventure classics and the enduring appeal of outdoor youth adventure tales, while resonating with fans of classic boys literature seeking a brisk, character-driven journey. A note on literary and historical significance: this work captures the spirit of its era-a bridge between Victorian precursors and modern boys' fiction-valuing resourcefulness, fair play, and curiosity about the natural world. It is both a window into Edwardian britain countryside landscapes and a testament to the enduring pull of outdoor life for growing minds. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions. Restored for today's and future generations. More than a reprint - a collector's item and a cultural treasure. Whether you're a casual reader curious about British seaside camping or a long-time admirer of classic literature, this book offers a warm, authentic entry into the world of camping and exploration, where every trek becomes a lesson in character.
Campward Ho! A Manual For Girl Scout Camps
Unleash the spirit of adventure with ""Campward Ho! A Manual For Girl Scout Camps,"" a timeless guide that has inspired generations of young explorers. This beloved camping manual, now republished by Alpha Editions, is more than just a book; it's a gateway to outdoor adventures, filled with essential camping skills, nature exploration for kids, and invaluable campfire cooking tips. Dive into a world where girls can embrace the great outdoors, learn wilderness survival for youth, and develop outdoor leadership skills that will last a lifetime. ""Campward Ho!"" serves as a comprehensive Girl Scout camping guide, offering practical advice on summer camp activities, camping safety tips, and engaging outdoor activities for girls. Whether you're a seasoned camper or a curious novice, this book is your ultimate Scout camp planning guide, designed to empower young women to thrive in nature. Originally penned by an unknown author, this manual has been out of print for decades, making its return a significant cultural treasure. Restored for today's and future generations, this edition is not just a reprint; it's a collector's item that honors the legacy of Girl Scouts everywhere. With its rich history and practical insights, ""Campward Ho!"" is a must-have for both casual readers and classic literature collectors alike. Join the ranks of adventurous girls who have turned to this essential camping skills manual for guidance and inspiration. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or a summer camp experience, let ""Campward Ho!"" be your trusted companion in the great outdoors. Embrace the call of the wild and embark on unforgettable girls' outdoor adventures today!
Walking Home
Celia Ryker's Walking Home: Trail Stories is about more than mud, sweat, and blisters while thru-hiking the Long Trail. Reminiscent of Cheryl Strayed's Wild, Ryker's mind wanders as her legs carry her forward, beyond a woodland path, to places and people she thought she had forgotten. Her grandmother's spirit appears on Mount Baker. A lost cousin waits for her at the bottom of every ladder. Her late father's words reverberate among the calls of barred owls. There were days when she didn't see another hiker, but she was never alone. Celia began writing about a difficult hike and ended up writing about the people who inspired her throughout her life. These are her "trail stories."
Time in the Year of the Bluebird
Time in Year of the Bluebird is a real-time account of the circumstances that lead a man to walk the Pacific Crest Trail in honor of his ailing mother. As much an homage, a travelogue, and a treatise on the natural world, it lures the reader over the switchbacks at a blazing clip alongside the realities and mysteries of a thru-hike; packed with all the logistics, challenges, trail magic, aftermath, and for any seeker, an honest level of commentary about the paths we forge, forget, and often rediscover deep in the woods.
Camps And Trails
A bold, breath-on-the-page invitation to the road less travelled. Camps And Trails gathers a travel writing collection that feels both intimate and expansive, a late Victorian echo in modern shoes. Henry Abbott's camping life experiences unfold through crisp, weathered prose that blends camping and hiking narratives with a reverent eye for wilderness exploration themes. Readers will trace trails and camps descriptions that illuminate American rural landscapes with a traveller's heart, finding earthy detail, practical wisdom, and moments of quiet revelation along the way. This is outdoor recreation writing that asks what it means to move through place, to listen, to endure, and to observe. Not merely a relic of its era, the book sits at a pivotal crossroad of literary history. Its echoes of John Muir-style wilderness writing and the muir influence softly illuminate how nature was perceived and parsed by curious minds of the time. The result is both a cultural artifact and a guidebook of sensibility-to be enjoyed by nature travel enthusiasts and casual readers alike, and cherished by classic-literature collectors. Selling points light the way without fanfare: Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions. Restored for today's and future generations. More than a reprint - a collector's item and a cultural treasure. This is a work that honours the old frontier while inviting new readers to wander with it.
Mikroabenteuer im Alltag
Suchen Sie nach Abwechslung in Ihrem allt瓣glichen Leben? W羹rden Sie gern jeden Tag ein kleines Abenteuer erleben, ohne viel Zeit und Geld daf羹r investieren zu m羹ssen? Oder fragen Sie sich, was Sie gerade 羹berhaupt noch unternehmen k繹nnen, trotz Einschr瓣nkungen durch die aktuelle Covid-19-Pandemie? F瓣llt Ihnen zu Hause die Decke auf den Kopf? Sind Sie vielleicht ein Elternteil, dem die Ideen ausgegangen sind und dem Homeoffice und Homeschooling zu schaffen macht? Dann sollten Sie sich unbedingt mal mit dem Thema Mikroabenteuer auseinandersetzen, denn oft liegen die kleinen gro?en Wunder direkt vor unserer Haust羹r. Sie werden im Laufe dieses Ratgebers alles erfahren, was Sie wissen m羹ssen, um dem 繹den Alltag zu entfliehen und regelm瓣?ig kleine und gro?e Abenteuer direkt vor der Haust羹r zu erleben. Dieser Ratgeber eignet sich f羹r jedermann, sowohl f羹r Singles, P瓣rchen und ganz besonders f羹r Familien, da jeder Abenteuertipp problemlos f羹r Kinder aller Altersstufen angepasst werden kann. Das erwartet Sie: -Was ist ein Mikroabenteuer? -Woher kommt der Trend zum Mikroabenteuer? -Hilfreiche Utensilien f羹r Ihr Mikroabenteuer -Abenteuertipps nach Jahreszeiten -Das Leben als Mikroabenteurer -und vieles mehr ...
Rough Seas
A trawlerman's life was hard, often up against bad weather, rough seas and black frosts, although on calm days it was a pleasure to be at sea. In this eventful memoir, deep-sea trawlerman James Greene relates his life at sea, from his childhood when his father would take him out in some of the worst gales and hurricanes imaginable to his early career as a deckhand learner, obtaining his skipper's ticket, and the many experiences - both disastrous and otherwise - to occur throughout his time at sea. During his career he was involved in ship collisions and fires, arrested for poaching, fired upon by Icelandic gunboats, in countless storms and even swept overboard in icy conditions off the Russian coast. The British trawling industry is largely a bygone age and people are beginning to forget the adventures, hardships and joys that characterised this most dangerous of professions. This book seeks to keep the memories of a once great industry alive.
Voyage of the Liberdade
Captain Slocum's South American sailing adventureAmerican mariner Joshua Slocum is best remembered for his 1895 solo circumnavigation of the world and the bestselling book, now a classic of sailing literature, that ensued, 'Sailing Alone Around the World'. That epic voyage in the sloop, 'Spray' was not, however, Slocum's first great sailing adventure or the first of them which he recounted in a book. Following the loss of his ship off the coast of South America, Slocum salvaged enough material from the wreckage to build another craft which he and his family sailed through the Caribbean to return to the United States. This brave little 35ft boat was launched on May 13th, 1888 and named 'The Liberdade' to celebrate, on that same day, the abolition of slavery in Brazil. Slocum has rarely been surpassed as a narrator of nautical adventures and the 'Voyage of the Liberdade' is a riveting and essential companion work to 'Sailing Alone around the World'.Leonaur editions are newly typeset and are not facsimiles; each title is available in softcover and hardback with dustjacket.
Voyage of the Liberdade
Captain Slocum's South American sailing adventureAmerican mariner Joshua Slocum is best remembered for his 1895 solo circumnavigation of the world and the bestselling book, now a classic of sailing literature, that ensued, 'Sailing Alone Around the World'. That epic voyage in the sloop, 'Spray' was not, however, Slocum's first great sailing adventure or the first of them which he recounted in a book. Following the loss of his ship off the coast of South America, Slocum salvaged enough material from the wreckage to build another craft which he and his family sailed through the Caribbean to return to the United States. This brave little 35ft boat was launched on May 13th, 1888 and named 'The Liberdade' to celebrate, on that same day, the abolition of slavery in Brazil. Slocum has rarely been surpassed as a narrator of nautical adventures and the 'Voyage of the Liberdade' is a riveting and essential companion work to 'Sailing Alone around the World'.Leonaur editions are newly typeset and are not facsimiles; each title is available in softcover and hardback with dustjacket.
Stark Tables
Celestial navigation is a way to find your latitude and longitude on earth using a sextant to measure the angular heights of celestial bodies above the horizon. It has been used by mariners at sea and explorers on land for three hundred years, and it is still used today as a dependable backup to modern electronic navigation. Routine celestial navigation relies upon accurate time (Universal Time) to find the longitude of a position (latitude does not require time). Advanced celestial navigators can find longitude without knowing the time using a technique called Lunar Distance. In this technique, the sextant is used to measure the angular (diagonal) distance between the moon and another celestial body. Since this distance slowly changes as the moon moves eastward though the stars, it can be used to find the time of day that is needed to complete the longitude determination. The process of finding longitude from lunar distance, however, requires special tables that have not been published in the Nautical Almanac or other sources since the early 1900s. Although software solutions have been available, most advanced celestial navigators are very grateful to navigation historian Bruce Stark for creating these printed tables dedicated to this task. They have been used and tested by mariners for more than 15 years and are praised by experts for their ingenuity and ease of use in solving this complex navigation exercise-which all agree is the hallmark of an expert celestial navigator. With The Stark Tables in your nav station, you no longer have to fear losing power to your electronic navigation aids, nor are you dependent on accurate time from any official broadcast. Besides their practical use in back up navigation, historians have used these tables for years to interpret the logbooks of Lewis and Clark, David Thompson, James Cook, Matthew Flinders, George Vancouver, Nathaniel Bowditch, and other notable explorers and sea captains. "It is remarkable in this day when the very survival of celestial navigation seems in question, that an individual should suddenly appear on the scene and present to the world such a brilliant piece of work. Stark has rendered a great service to the celestial navigation community." - Robert Eno, The Navigator's Newsletter "Captain Cook would have relished using these tables, had they been available to him then." - George Huxtable, FRIN
Fishing for Life
Ant developed a fascination for the natural world at an early age, becoming especially passionate about fishing and diving. It has been a constant theme throughout his life and so, when he was diagnosed with Parkinson's at the early age of 48 years, it was devastating. However, he was fortunate enough to be offered ground-breaking brain surgery which enabled him to continue to enjoy life. From the thrill of catching bass and the excitement of diving for lobster and bull huss to the humour of marauding gerbils in the biology lab and his childhood love for a pet crow - this book will appeal to any reader who shares a passion for life.
Keep on Moving!
REVISED AND UPDATED 2021A senior citizen's look at the new, fascinating and ever-changing world of rollators, adult bikes, mobile scooters, recumbent trikes, and electric bikes. The book's message is simple and direct: get up, get out, and keep on rolling down life's highway. Smart advice for seniors and physically disabled people who want to stay mobile and active. - - - This book chronicles one senior citizen's struggle to maintain his independence when he is forced, at age 85, to stop driving. In an effort to maintain his mobility and avoid the ever-threatening wheelchair, he plunges into a search for something -- be it a rollator, recumbent bike or adult trike -- to substitute for the loss of his beloved car, his personal chariot. He knows that bikes of all sorts are used for transportation and commuting in Europe. Why not here? In the process he creates a beginner's guide to alternatives to driving for the millions of folks worldwide faced with the problem of slowly declining health. What choices are before them if they wish to keep moving, stay active and remain in close communion with nature and the great outdoors?
The Motu Mob
Collected here are stories from one man's lifetime of hunting adventures in the New Zealand bush. From the warm sunlit shores of the Woodhill State Forest just outside of the Auckland metropolis down to the frozen climes of deepest Stewart Island, whether it was chasing the elusive and wily Sika or stalking the majestic Red Deer, Clive Sutton spent his life hunting them all.This collection of short entertaining stories will offer the reader an insight into what it was and is like to hunt the great New Zealand outdoors.
Diving and Snorkeling Guide to Palau and Yap
The amazing Palau Rock Islands and the legendary dropoffs, large schools of fish, big, colorful corals and extreme natural beauty make this a bucket list destination. From World War II shipwrecks to big bull sharks, Palau has it all. Blue Corner may be the best dive site in the world. Not to be missed. Its neighbor, traditional Yap, the Land of Stone Money, offers divers the chance to interact with manta rays, mandarinfish and visit an amazing site for reef sharks. Clear waters and beautiful southern drop-offs and a laid-back lifestyle make this a real jewel in Micronesia's crown.Both islands are lush and beautiful with friendly people and special histories. This book has new photos, more info and new sites about Yap and Palau. Enjoy these western Pacific gems.
A Sporting Year in Maine
Like most outdoorsmen and women, Tom Roth tries to pack as much into each season as he can. As a 25-year regional columnist for The Maine Sportsman, New England's largest outdoor publication, Tom wrote of his adventures month by month. In A Sporting Year In Maine, Tom walks you through each month, detailing what the great state of Maine has to offer, complete with how-to, some where-to, and a healthy dose of humorous events that happened along the way. Written in his folksy, conversational tone, Tom brings the reader along on all his forays and will entertain sporting and non-sporting folks alike. His book also includes chapters on his home base of Sebago Lake where he guides anglers, dogs that came and went, boats and motors and traveling adventures. If you want to to know what a real Maine outdoorsman does all year, pick up a copy of A Sporting Year In Maine and see for yourself.
Above The Snow Line
Discover the breathtaking world of 19th-century exploration in ""Above The Snow Line: Mountaineering Sketches Between 1870 and 1880"" by Thomas Dent Clinton. This captivating collection of historical mountaineering sketches invites you to embark on thrilling climbing adventures that echo the spirit of adventure travel books, transporting you to the majestic peaks of the Alps. In this beautifully restored edition, now republished by Alpha Editions after decades of being out of print, readers will find a treasure trove of vintage climbing narratives that celebrate the daring spirit of early explorers. Clinton's vivid prose and keen observations bring to life the challenges and triumphs of snow line expeditions, making it a must-read for both casual readers and classic literature collectors alike. ""Above The Snow Line"" is not just a reprint; it's a cultural treasure that preserves the essence of outdoor literature and the rich tapestry of mountaineering history. Each sketch serves as a window into the past, showcasing the allure of alpine climbing stories that have inspired generations. Clinton's unique perspective on 19th-century exploration captures the beauty and peril of the mountains, offering insights that resonate with today's adventurers and dreamers. Whether you're an avid mountaineering enthusiast or simply captivated by the thrill of exploration, this edition promises to ignite your passion for the great outdoors. Dive into the world of mountaineering memoirs that celebrate human resilience and the quest for adventure. Join the ranks of those who appreciate the art of climbing and the stories that shape our understanding of nature's grandeur. ""Above The Snow Line"" is more than a book; it's an invitation to explore the heights of human spirit and ambition. Don't miss your chance to own this restored classic-an essential addition to any library that cherishes the legacy of exploration in the Alps.
Reef Smart Guides Northwest Florida
The Definitive Guide to Scuba Diving and Snorkeling in Northwest Florida"Reef Smart's waterproof cards and guidebook have become an essential part of all of our dive charters. They make the site briefing much more readily understood by our divers, letting them accurately see the dive before getting in the water. Highly recommended by this Captain and Instructor!" Pat Green (owner) - Panama City Diving, Panama City Beach #1 New Release in Scuba Travel GuidesFrom the authors of the Reef Smart Guide series comes Reef Smart Guides Northwest Florida, a unique and essential scuba, snorkel, and surf travel guide for Northwest Florida diving.A great travel gift. The ultimate guide for visitors and locals looking to spend time in Northwest Florida's Gulf of Mexico. This guidebook provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of beaches, shipwrecks, shore-accessible dive and snorkel reefs, and the top surfing sites in the area.Detailed descriptions and map art. With the help of Reef Smart's unique 3D-mapping technology, learn all you need to know about the region's top dive and snorkel sites, including the world famous Oriskany and historical wrecks of the Tarpon and Empire Mica. Snorkelers enjoy the maps of 27 shore-accessible sites along the coast, and all the information necessary for a great day in the water.Don't go diving without it. This indispensable resource helps you plan and execute dives without a hitch. Make sure to pack this unique guidebook with the rest of your scuba gear!This guidebook provides: Descriptions of 137 dive and snorkel sites in the region, including 2 freshwater springsDetailed 3D maps of 48 of the most popular sites, with details for an additional 9 sitesA 33-page species guide to help you identify and understand the marine creatures you'll encounterAnd so much more!A unique and comprehensive SCUBA diving book. Also look for Reef Smart Guides Florida: Palm Beach; Reef Smart Guides Florida: Fort Lauderdale; and the best-selling Reef Smart Guides: Bonaire.
One More Step
Chandra, a CEO, is impressed with the discipline, dedication and determination of a teenage mountaineer. When he tries to imbibe those qualities in his students, he ends up creating a world record by taking the largest contingent of students to the Everest Base Camp. In this triumphant memoir, he recounts his meeting with Jaahnavi planning the trek, convincing the students' parents and the training, followed by the actual trek to the EBC. In addition to Chandra's unbridled enthusiasm, "One More Step" evokes the serene, treacherous and imposing landscape of Nepal and the Sagarmatha. It also gives us a sneak peek into how the students metamorphize into leaders, when the situation arises. What happened after the trek? How did the lives of students transform? The book has it all.
Solo
Solo invites the reader to embark on a journey into the solitary self, exploring one's evolving relationship with the surrounding environment. This stirring and thoughtful work articulates the rewards of self-reflection, and of silence, deep listening, and meditation.---Solo: Venturing Alone in the Northern Wilds takes us to a place that nearly all of us are afraid to venture-a place where there are no lifelines or emergency exits. Finding himself face to face with challenging waters, grizzlies and extreme weather, Dick Anderson nonetheless discovers an unexpected inner peace and strength that allows him to persevere and survive. As much as it is a journey through the rugged wilds of the north, this is also a powerful journey of the soul. -Barton Rubenstein, Public Artist, Mother Earth Project cofounder and avid canoeist
Where the Trout Are All as Long as Your Leg
Brilliant, witty, perceptive essays about fly-fishing, the natural world, and life in general by the acknowledged master of fishing writers. Fly-fishing's finest scribe, John Gierach, takes us from a nameless stream on a nameless ranch in Montana to a secret pool off a secret creek where he caught a catfish as a five-year-old, to a brook full of rattlesnakes and a private pond where the trout are all as long as your leg. As Gierach says, "The secret places are the soul of fishing." Hearing about a new one never fails to entice us. And so Where the Trout Are All as Long as Your Leg transports the reader to the best of these places, where the fish are always bigger and the hatches last forever. After all, it's these magical places that Gierach so vividly evokes that remind us how precious--and precarious--are the unspoiled havens of the natural world.
The Caliber .50 M2 Browning Machine Gun - How it Works
History of the Browning .50 Caliber M2 machine gun written by Fred Zeglin adds to the reprint of these training manuals. Original manuals were prepared for the Ordnance Department during WW II. They were used for training courses for armorers and gunners respectively.This reprint contains two publications. The first and larger of the two was designed to aid in training armorers.The second was a much smaller format and was used to train gunners with very similar information in a condensed form. Both books have become collectable among fans of the Ma Deuce. Anyone who loves history or has an interest in the tools that helped win the second World War will enjoy these books. Lots of illustrations add to the value and interest as well.
The Lincolnshire Poacher
This enigmatic shadowy figure of the Fens, Wolds and Marshes is famed in folklore and song. The Lincolnshire Poacher thrived by capturing unsuspecting prey of feather and fur with his reliable, canine companion by his side.Although landowners and gamekeepers disliked him, ordinary people who needed his skills and humble offerings considered him a hero; poached game was their only way survive in cruel times. He was a vital element of the ancient agricultural landscape in the vast county of Lincolnshire.The Lincolnshire Poacher took his role seriously, often risking imprisonment which is shown in the featured Lincoln Prison records from the 1770s to 1880s.David Tonge writes a comprehensive account of The Lincolnshire Poacher's life throughout the centuries. Included in this book are unique anecdotes from poachers, gamekeepers and law-officials which show the ingenuity, self-preservation and imaginative traditions The Lincolnshire Poacher employed to survive in an inhospitable world.Now, the need for poaching has disappeared because of the plentiful supply of food in our many local supermarkets, but The Lincolnshire Poacher should be remembered and celebrated as a man of his time.
The Camping Journal
If capturing all of those special Memories, Moments and Experiences of your camping adventure is important to you, then keep reading.. Following far too many amazing camping adventures with friends and family that simply blended into one, I decided to create The Camping Journal! I was no longer prepared to take the chance of forgetting some of the most important and memorable moments I would ever experience. From personal experience, I felt that it was important to design this journal so fellow campers could record all of their details in the one handy location. Take a quick look by using the 'Look Inside Feature' and check out the first few pages for yourself. The format for section 1 includes: (1) Key details of the journey(2) The features and information of each camping site(3) Overall satisfaction of the camping ground and amenities(4) Details of your experiences, adventures and activities(5) Memories, moments and the people you met At the back of the Camping Journal, three additional sections have been included: 1. Extra pages for photos2. Log the details of other campers to stay in contact3. Service & Maintenance Log for your RV Product Overview: - Over 120 pages to capture and record your camping details and experiences.- Divided into four sections to also include photos, contact details and vehicle maintenance log- 8.5 x 11 inch to provide ample space to include information + larger font size- 2-page format per trip with prompted questions to assist with recalling information- Appealing and unique cover design with gloss cover for extra durability- Now a choice of Paperback or Hardback. You choose what is best! (This option may not be available in all countries). I wanted The Camping Journal to be our fully comprehensive journal with everything we needed and now I hope you will use it to capture all of your camping adventures too. You could call it the Perfect Camping Companion! Happy Camping!
