Theodore Roosevelt on Hunting
"Besides being one of our greatest presidents, Roosevelt stands alone as a conservationist, a visionary when it came to the protection and preservation of America's natural resources, and an author."--Library Journal There have been few hunters as daring, as powerful, and as articulate as our twenty-sixth president, Theodore Roosevelt. From his ranching years in the Dakota Territory to the famous African adventures, Roosevelt's tales are unparalleled stories of the hunt. The best of them are collected here. Of Roosevelt's many volumes of hunting and exploration, two reader favorites have always been Ranch Life and the Hunting Trail and African Game Trails, both excerpted here. During his ranching years, Roosevelt ranged far and wide, and his African trips were also famously bold. In all his expeditions, Roosevelt reveals in detail hunts that were incredible journeys of both pursuit and discovery, for wherever he went in the outdoors he assumed the dual roles of hunter and naturalist. The hunts range from upland birds and waterfowl to prized big game animals like elk, bear, and sheep amid lofty peaks. There are goat pursuits among ice-glazed mountain spires, and close encounters with grizzlies in the black timber. He survives lion charges and buffalo attacks, and stumbles on elephants.
Best Hikes Anchorage
Best Hikes Anchorage covers many of the best and most popular hiking trails in and around Anchorage, including the nearly 500,000 acres of Alaska's Chugach State Park.
Summits and Secrets
'A book grows rather like a snow crystal. One doesn't write it from start to finish but, in greater or less degree, all at the same time ... that is why my book is not in chronological order; for everything is of the present, held in the moment when thought captures it.'Kurt Diemberger's Summits and Secrets is a mountaineering autobiography like no other. Writing anecdotally, Diemberger provides an abstract look into his life and climbing career that is both fascinating and awe-inspiring to navigate.Known for surviving the 1986 K2 disaster - an account described in harrowing detail in his award-winning book The Endless Knot - Diemberger provides a captivating insight into his earlier climbs in Summits and Secrets. From climbing his first peak in the Tyrol mountains of Austria, to the epoch-making first ascent of Broad Peak with Hermann Buhl in 1957, and then summiting Dhaulagiri in 1960, where he became one of only two people to have made first ascents of two mountains over 8,000 metres, Diemberger recounts his experiences with wit, honesty and an infectious enthusiasm: 'Every climber knows the thrill ... the unique inexplicable tension, which the regular shapes of the mountain world awake in him: huge pyramids, enormous rectangular slabs, piled-up triangles of rock, white circles, immense squares - the thrill of simplicity of shape and outline and the excitement of mastering them, to an unbelievable extent, by his own efforts, his own power ... 'Summits and Secrets is a must-read for those wanting an insight into the life and achievements of one of the toughest high-altitude climbers the world has ever known.
Fishing Adventures in Florida
Is there a cure for snook fever? "I've landed plenty of snook with a light bait-casting outfit. Don't fish for snook any other way. You can cane pole 'em with heavy lines off piers and bridges, or troll for 'em. But I like to scrub the bushes and make 'em hit top-water plugs." This was how Cal Stone introduced the author to light tackle fishing many decades ago in the waters of south Florida. Steer through twisted mangrove channels, dodge "noggin-knockers" and oyster bars on outgoing tides, and join author Max Hunn as he brawls with tarpon and tangles with snook and redfish, mostly in the Ten Thousand Islands country.
Best Backpacking Trips in Montana, Wyoming, and Colorado
Best Backpacking Trips in Montana, Wyoming, and Colorado provides everything you need to know to organize and execute the best backpacking trips in the Mountain West. Mike White and Douglas Lorain, who have walked every mile of the trails described inside, take readers and hikers into some of the wildest and most scenic backcountry landscapes in the nation and help them design the ultimate trip. Focusing on one-week excursions, the book offers details on all the aspects of trip planning-trail narratives, technical data, maps, gear, food, information on regulations and permits, and more. But it is more than a basic guidebook. Trip information is enriched by valuable and interesting sidebars on history and ecology that will increase appreciation for these natural areas and the people who were instrumental in their discovery or protection. In Best Backpacking Trips in Montana, Wyoming, and Colorado, White and Lorain pass on their knowledge of quality hikes, planning and preparation, and the unique satisfaction of multi-day backpacking. This guide, put into practice, will result in the trip of a lifetime.
A Familiar Wilderness
In 1775, renowned pioneer Daniel Boone was commissioned to blaze a road through the Appalachian and Cumberland Plateau regions as a fledgling American nation steadily pushed westward. What would come to be known as the Wilderness Road was the first major route into the West, and it allowed settlers to migrate northwest into Kentucky and later settle parts of Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois. In 2012, Jim Dahlman stopped to stretch his legs on a brief hike into the Cumberland Gap and stumbled upon an adventure. After months of preparation, Dahlman grabbed a pack and set out to hike as accurately as possible Daniel Boone's original trace.In A Familiar Wilderness, Dahlman illustrates that the Wilderness Road is more than an old track through Appalachia. Many of the towns grew up along Boone's original footpath, and people in these areas can draw direct connections to Boone himself or to other early settlers who traversed this trans-Appalachian route. Dahlman uses these and other encounters to uncover the history of the Wilderness Road and show how we are all a product of our past.The hospitality of strangers becomes especially instrumental in making Dahlman's hike come alive. Robert, one such stranger, offers to personally guide Dahlman over Powell Mountain. As they make their ascent, Robert provides a splendid view of the mountain, blending careful observation of their surroundings with deep knowledge of the place. A finale to Dahlman's almost 300-mile hike occurs on Hackberry Ridge overlooking Fort Boonesborough State Park--a fitting tribute to Boone's own arrival on the ridge famously overlooking a herd of buffalo.A Familiar Wilderness takes readers on a winding path where geography, history, and local memory intersect with daily life, and Dahlman's lively writing, sensitive to every detail, will bring readers into thrilling touch with a past that still shapes and challenges the present.
Hoop
Brian Doyle himself explains it best: "A few years ago I was moaning to my wry gentle dad that basketball, which seems to me inarguably the most graceful and generous and swift and fluid and ferociously-competitive-without-being-sociopathic of sports, has not produced rafts of good books, like baseball and golf and cricket and surfing have . . . Where are the great basketball novels to rival The Natural and the glorious Mark Harris baseball quartet and the great Bernard Darwin's golf stories? Where are the annual anthologies of terrific basketball essays? How can a game full of such wit and creativity and magic not spark more great books?" "'Why don't you write one?' said my dad, who is great at cutting politely to the chase." And so he has. In this collection of short essays, Brian Doyle presents a compelling account of a life lived playing, watching, loving, and coaching basketball. He recounts his passion for the gyms, the playgrounds, the sounds and scents, the camaraderie, the fierce competition, the anticipation and exhaustion, and even some of the injuries.
Best Easy Day Hikes Glacier and Waterton Lakes National Parks
With hikes in Glacier and Waterton varying from half-hour strolls to full-day adventures, this guidebook is for everyone, including families.
On the Water
From the acclaimed author of Fragrance of Grass comes a meditation on water and nature, fishing and growing older.
Limits of the Known
David Roberts has spent his career documenting voyages to the most extreme landscapes on earth. In Limits of the Known, he reflects on humanity's--and his own--relationship to exploration and extreme risk. Part memoir and part history, this book tries to make sense of why so many have committed their lives to the desperate pursuit of adventure. What compelled Eric Shipton to return, five times, to the ridges of Mt. Everest, plotting the mountain's most treacherous territory years before Hillary and Tenzing's famous ascent? What drove Bill Stone to dive 3,000 feet underground into North America's deepest cave? And what is the future of adventure in a world we have mapped and trodden from end to end? In the wake of his diagnosis with throat cancer, Roberts seeks answers with new urgency and "penetrating self-analysis" (Booklist).
Ten Rules for Finding a Good Hunting Partner
Ten Rules for Finding a Good Hunting Partner is a universal concept in many different facets of life. These same ten principles can be applied to finding a spouse, business partner, or even just a good friend. The stories in this book are from true events and was inspired by a pet project to introduce a brand-new person into the backpack hunting world. Through the process of teaching this individual how to hunt, great friendships and partnerships were born.
Mojave Desert Peaks
Experience the Best Mountain Hikes of California's Mojave Desert With a total protected area of 9.1 million acres, the Mojave Desert is one of the best-preserved ecosystems in the United States and a formidable playground for hiking, mountaineering, and backpacking. Mojave Desert Peaks describes 130 peak climbs selected among 41 mountain ranges to celebrate this region's remarkable geological, botanical, and historical diversity, and its breathtaking landscapes. The hikes range from easy to strenuous and appeal to both beginners and seasoned hikers. Each description emphasizes the area's scenic beauty and provides information on road access, navigational directions, distances and elevations to key waypoints, and natural and human history. This guidebook also gives valuable tips on desert hiking. Illustrated with 100 computer-generated topographic maps, five general maps for regional orientation, and 160 photographs, it covers Death Valley National Park, Joshua Tree National Park, Mojave National Preserve, Mojave Trails National Monument, Castle Mountains National Monument, and 12 designated wilderness areas.
True Stories of Bear Attacks
Author and wildlife expert Mike Lapinski compiled this collection of true bear-encounter stories from throughout the western United States, British Columbia, and Alaska. Some have happy endings, some fatal; all are thrilling. But there's more to this book than a heart-pounding read. Think of these as campfire stories with a higher purpose. Mike strongly advocates the use of bear pepper spray for backpackers, rangers, anglers, hunters, photographers, anybody who hikes through bear country. Repelling and reconditioning bears saves lives, both human and bruin, he asserts. In TRUE STORIES OF BEAR ATTACKS. Mike also shares insights into bear behavior, why they attack, how to protect yourself in bear country, and thoughts on the future of the great bear in the Lower 48. Organizations such as the U.S.D.A. Forest Service and the Center for Wildlife Information, National Bear Conservation, in Missoula, Montana, have expressed support for Mike's work.
As the Son of a Dog Man ... I Became a Hog Hunter
As the Son of a Dog Man ... I Became a Hog Hunter is a true to life historical fiction account of the challenging sport of Wild Boar Hunting. Kemmer was born into the sport, through his father and grandfather as he grew up in Southern Mississippi, and was instantly smitten with a life-long love of the sport. Today, as the owner of Spartan Hunting Preserve, a hog hunting lodge and preserve in Tennessee, he takes the reader into the woods on adventures most can only dream of. He writes with genuine affection about this most challenging of Big Game Trophies and the true sportsmen who hunt them--with great honor and respect for the cunning and tenacity of their most admirable opponent.
Best Hikes Detroit and Ann Arbor
Who says you have to travel far from home to go on a great hike? In Best Hikes Detroit and Ann Arbor veteran hiker Matt Forster offers the absolute best hikes in the greater Detroit area. Each featured trail is perfect for the urban and suburbanite hard-pressed to find outdoor activities close to home. Every chapter includes up-to-date hike specs, a brief hike description, directional cues, and a detailed map.
John Gill
John Gill: Master of Rock is a captivating look into the life, achievements and ethos of boulderer John Gill. This new edition of the classic title is complete with photographs, personal impressions of Gill from climbers such as Yvon Chouinard, and an enlightening interview with Gill himself.Hailed the father of modern bouldering, John Gill is an awe-inspiring climber with enigmatic talent. His techniques have been likened to poetry and are almost 'spiritual' in nature. Famous for his dynamic approach to bouldering and his impressive physical accomplishments, such as the one-arm front lever, Gill is an inspiration to climbers around the world.Written by Gill's friend and fellow climber, Pat Ament, John Gill: Master of Rock pays homage to this influence. Delving deeply into not only the fascinating life of Gill, but the very raw essence of what it means to boulder, this intimate biography is both intriguing and informative.'Bouldering is the poetry of mountaineering ... As with good poetry, good bouldering comes from within. It is derived from an inner eye, then refined.'At its core, John Gill: Master of Rock illustrates the humbling relationship between Gill and those who admire him - as Ament details first-hand, Gill is never egotistical, nor elitist; instead he is approachable, passionate and refreshingly independent.This staple climbing read is a real must-have for those with an interest in pioneers of the bouldering scene. The exploits and adventures contained within will appeal to devotees of the sport and to anyone seeking insight into the triumphs of a master.
Hard Aground, Again
Dear POTENTIAL BOAT OWNER: I offer the below letter from a yacht broker as a warning. Boat ownership is not nearly as easy as Jimmy Buffett makes it out to be. Beer helps. Money helps more."Thank you for your recent inquiry as to the availability of the Fit 2B Untied. I'll be honest: I had no idea anyone would ever be interested in this boat. Especially in this economy. But knowing how a man in your position would hate to pass up a good deal, I charged ahead and drafted your checking account the full asking price for this perfect yacht. I've texted you a picture. As you can see, she's a classic. Or was. (More on this, later.)"I originally thought $39,000 sounded a little high for a 27-foot boat in this condition, but the man at the salvage yard assured me that was a fair price. The fact they don't make this model any more concerned me at first. I thought maybe the design had fallen out of favor, but my contact explained that it had something to do with lawsuits and actuaries. Anyway, when I heard that, I began to feel better."Now, knowing how a person of your stature likes to have things done right, you'll be interested in the information I managed to gather about the engine."First, you'll be pleased to know we were able to knock the rust off the engine block and find the serial number. We traced it back and found that it WAS NOT originally a diesel engine. I must say I was surprised. It sure smelled and leaked oil like a diesel engine. My contact at the salvage yard said the engine could probably be converted back to gasoline, if you like, making it as good as new. Knowing how important it is to move fast with these projects, I went ahead and drafted your account the $8900 fee so the men on the yard could get started."About the boat itself. Who would have thought that for that price it would have a big hole in it?"It sure caught me by surprise, I'll tell you that. I didn't even notice how low she rode in the water until we did the sea trial. The two of us barely escaped before she sank. "By the way, after the sea trial the man working on the engine restoration project must have gotten sick or something because I haven't seen him since I gave him the money I drafted out of your account."Oh, here's some more good news. I ran into an engineer from the Ukraine who said he could refit your boat for $22,500. He said he used to work for the Russian navy before he retired to the States. His last retrofit was that submarine, the Kursk. That's the one that blew up and sank. But Yuri -- that's his name -- said he stands behind his work. "Way behind," I think were his exact words."I drafted your account for half the renovation fee because I knew, based on the sparse amenities on your yacht before it sank, that you'd want any improvements done before you saw it. I'm sure Yuri is down there in the water right now looking for your boat because I haven't seen him since.Signed--Your yacht broker, where our to motto is, "You're broker today than you were yesterday.
Fly Fishing in the Bavarian Highlands and the Black Forest - An Historical Article on the Experience of a Traveller in Germany
This book contains two classic articles on fishing, looking specifically at angling and fly-fishing in the highlands of Bavaria and in the Black Forest. Based on the authors own experiences fishing in these areas, these informative and interesting anecdotes will appeal to all with a love of fishing and they are not to be missed by lovers of the idyllic Bavarian countryside. Contents include: "A Short History of Fishing", "fly-Fishing in the Bavarian Highlands", and "Pike-Fishing in the Black Forest". Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.
Norfolk Broad and River Fishing - Fishing for Pike and Other Coarse Fish
"Norfolk Broad and River Fishing" provides a detailed account of fishing for pike and other course fish on the Norfolk Broads and surrounding rivers. This highly-readable and informative guide aims to furnish the reader with all the information relative to fishing in this area, interwoven with personal experiences and wonderful descriptions of the local people and places. "Norfolk Broad and River Fishing" is highly recommended for all fishing enthusiasts, and it would make for a fine addition to allied collections. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.
Bream - From Breakwaters and Retaining Wall, Fishing with the Ned Kelly Rod, with Float or Bobby Cork, Still Water Breaming, Night Drifting, Day Drift
This volume offers the reader a wealth of information on fishing for bream, dealing with night fishing, required equipment, drifting, common problems, and much more. "Bream" is highly recommended for all with an interest in angling, and it would make for a worthy addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: "As a Light Rod and Line Sport", "Fishing the Surf", "Bream From the Rocks", "From Breakwaters and Retaining Walls", "Daylight Fishing with Float or Bobby Cork", "When Other Methods Fail Try Drifting", "Drifting at Night", "Fishing Oyster Grounds and Leases", "Still-Water Breaming", "The Northern Technique", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.
Advice On Fox-Hunting - I. To Masters Of Hounds, II. To Huntsman, III. To Whippers-In
"Advice On Fox-Hunting" is a classic guide to fox hunting written by Willoughby De Broke. Split into three sections addressed to the master of hounds, huntsmen and whippers-in, this handy and informative guide aimed to provide general information to all with an interest in the sport. Although old, this volume contains a wealth of information that is still relevant today, making it highly recommended for modern fox hunters and rural sportspeople. Contents include: "I. To Masters Of Hounds", "II. To Huntsman", and "III. To Whippers-In". Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new biography of the author.
Spinning and Bait Fishing for Salmon and Trout
This book offers the reader a comprehensive guide to fishing for trout and salmon using bait and the 'spinning' technique. Written in simple, clear language and full of helpful tips, "Spinning And Bait Fishing For Salmon And Trout" will be of considerable utility to fishermen, especially those with little previous experience. Contents include: "A Short History of Fishing", "Spinning and Bait Fishing for Salmon and Trout", "Worm Fishing for Salmon and Bull Trout", "The Prawn or 'Shrimp Bait' for Salmon", "Spinning for Lake Trout", "Stream Minnow-Spinning for Brown Trout", "Worm Fishing for Brown Trout", "'Creeper' and Stone-Fly Fishing and Wasp-Grubs", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.
Fly Fishing for Salmon - With Chapters on
This detailed guide to fly fishing for salmon comprises nine detailed chapters written by various experts on the subject. It is extensively illustrated with black and white photographs, diagrams and drawings. Fly fishing for Salmon takes a comprehensive and informative look at the subject and is highly recommended for any fishing enthusiast or historian of the sport. Contents include "Salmon Flies", "Knots", "Gut", "Axioms", "Etc.", "Salmon Flies: Their Varieties and the Modes of Making Them", "Using the Equipment", "Methods of Casting a Salmon Fly", "The Habits of Salmon", "Fly Fishing of Salmon", "Dry Fly Fishing for Salmon", "Wet Fly Fishing for Salmon", "Salmon Rivers", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.
Places to Fish in Britain and Ireland - Footloose With a Fishing Rod
This classic text offers the reader a personal and detailed account of one man's experiences fishing in the British Isles. These entertaining stories will appeal to those with a love of fishing, and it would make for a wonderful addition to collections of allied literature. Contents Include: "Thirty Years' Wandering", "The Lake District", "In and Around Dartmoor and Cornwall", "Around Durham and Northumberland", "The Broads-Coarse Fisherman's Paradise", "Around London", "A Famous Lake is Blagdon", "Angling in Manxland", "Scotland-Land of Fish and Beauty", "The Scottish Highlands-Inverness-shire and Argyllshire", "Scotland Continued-Ross-Shire and Sutherland", "Loch Leven and Loch Lomond", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on fishing.
Big Game Fishing - With Chapters on
"Big Game Fishing" contains a fantastic vintage guide to fishing for large fish, including tuna, swordfish, sharks, and more. This illustrated guide contains simple explanations and descriptions coupled with expert knowledge and helpful tips, making it ideal for adventurous anglers of all skill levels. Contents include: "A Short History Of Fishing", "Marlin", "The Marlin Or Spearfish", "The Big Marlin At Gallagher's", "Shark! Shark!", "Sharks", "Freshwater Sharks", "Swordfishing In The Pacific", "Tarpon", "Tarpon Fishing", "Tuna", "Incidents In Tuna Fishing", "The Long-Finned Tuna", "Tuna Fishing", "Tuna Fishing At Avalon, Santa Catalina", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.
The Fisherman's Guide to Maine
This is a vintage guide to fishing in and around Maine, America. It contains entertaining and informative anecdotes of the authors extensive person experiences, as well as detailed descriptions and helpful advice complete with full page maps of the area. Contents Include: "Part One: What to Catch and How to Catch Them - In General", "The Brook Trout", "The Landlocked Salmon", "Atlantic-Salmon", "Bass, Pickerel and Perch", "Salt-Water Fishing", "Part Two: Where to Catch Them - The St. John River-Fish River Lakes Region", "The Moosehead Lake-Katahdin Region", "The Rangeley Region", "The Washington County Region", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.
Fly Fishing - Flies; How to Make Them and Which Ones to Use Depending on Fish and Time of Year
Contained within this vintage book is a timeless guide to fly-fishing, with chapters on how to make the flies and which types are to be used in which months. Including simple instructions and many helpful illustrations, "Fly Fishing" will appeal to enthusiasts both new and old. Contents include: "A Short History Of Fishing", "Flies", "Descriptions Of The Flies", "Fly-Making", "Flies, Fly-Dressing, etc.", "The May Fly", "A Catechism Of Fly-Making", "A List Of Flies For Each Month", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.
The Fly-Fisher's Entomology - Illustrated by Representations of the Natural and Artificial Insect - And Accompanied by a Few Observations and Instructions Relative to Trout-and-Grayling Fishing
"The Fly-Fisherman's Entomology" is a complete handbook on fly fishing, first published in 1836. Dealing with everything from required equipment to the habits and habitats of fish, this volume will be of considerable utility to those looking to get into the wonderful pastime of fly fishing. Also includes chapters on technique, common problems and overcoming them, making the flies, and much more. Contents include: "A Short History of Fishing", "Observations on the Trout and Grayling", "On Tackle, Etc.", "Manner of Fishing for Trout and Grayling", "Of a Selection of Insects, and their Imitations, Used in Fly Fishing", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.
Sunshine and the Dry Fly
"Sunshine and the Dry Fly" is a classic guide to fly-fishing, with a special focus on fishing for trout. Written in simple, plain language and full of helpful illustrations, this volume represents a timeless handbook for the fly fisherman, and it would make for a fine addition to collections of related literature. Contents include: "Troubles of a Beginner", "Against the Light", "The Blue-Winged Olive", "The Sherry Spinner", "The Sense of Colour", "Pale-Wateries", "Pale-Wateries (continued)", "Olive, Iron-Blues, Brown Ants, and Black Gnats", "Mostly About May-Flies", "The Trout and the Fly - A Psychological Speculation", "Cavear Juvenis", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on the history of fishing.
Fishing with Cormorants
This vintage book contains a complete guide to "cormorant fishing", a traditional fishing style whereby trained cormorants are used to fish in rivers. It is believed to have originated in Japan, China or Korea. Cormorants refer to roughly 40 species of medium-to-large aquatic birds, with body weight in the range of 0.35-5 kilograms and wing span of 45-100 centimetres. They nest in colonies around the shore, on trees, islets or cliffs. This volume is not to be missed by those with an interest in this ancient pastime, and it would make for a worthy addition to collections of fishing literature. Contents include: "Its Connexion with China", "Master of the Royal Cormorants in England", "The Dutch Appear to have Preserved a Knowledge of this Mode of Fishing", "Isaac Walton", "Where to Obtain Young Ones", "Rearing Them", "The Shed, Yard, Tank, or Pond", "Daily Management", etc. Francis Henry Salvin (1817-1904) was an English writer on cormorant-fishing and falconry. Other notable works by this author include: "Falconry in the British Isles" (1855) and "Falconry: its Claims, History, and Practice" (1859). Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.
Good Fishing in Lake Ontario and Its Tributaries
Included in this guide are: Strategies and timing for king salmon over 35 pounds and coho salmon over 20; Techniques and tips for large trout, including new information on exciting fishing for ice-out browns; Information on smallmouth bass and all other warm-water species; Chapters on steelheading in the tributaries; Expanded coverage of the famed Salmon River, including the Douglaston Salmon Run; Current information on the introduction of Skamania steelhead and Bavarian seeforellen (giant brown trout).
Bass Bug Basics
Many fly-tiers consider deer hair one of the most difficult materials with which to work. But, it just isn't that hard. Bass Bug Basics shows you how to tie deer-hair bugs without superhuman skills, expensive tools, or exotic materials. What you need is a little time and dedication--and a copy of Bass Bug Basics. Through clear and easy-to-follow instructions and comprehensive step-by-step photographs, the reader can easily progress from the Powder Puff (the most basic of bass bugs) all the way to such advanced patterns as the Floundering Pinfish.
Best Colorado Fall Color Hikes
Day hikes to enjoy the beauty of fall's changing leaves Hikes to 45 of Colorado's best places to see fall colors How to time your hike with peak season Where to see aspen groves, cottonwoods, ash, box elder, willows, and alpine tundra For eight weeks every fall, the trees of Colorado put on a breathtaking display of color. The gold, orange, and red of aspen trees contrast with white, snow-covered mountains and bluebird skies, and temperatures cool off, making fall a magical time to get outdoors. This guidebook offers hikers the best 45 trails in Colorado for noteworthy beauty--without summer's crowds or traffic--along with a sense of adventure. Many of these hikes will have you saying "Wow!" around every corner as you spy a bright-yellow aspen grove. Others may surprise you with golden cottonwood trees, orange ash or box elder, or red fields of tundra. As a bonus, all of these are great hikes in the spring and summer too. Grab this guide and head to the hills!
Texas Sports Writers
Bob St. John has been writing about Texas and the pro sports scene in Dallas for about 40 years. In the early years of sports reporting, the hijinks and shenanigans of Texas sports reporters were as legendary as the athletes they followed. St. John - innocent-looking, typical nice guy - was a leader and instigator of so much mischief that he and his fellow journalists were finally banned from staying in the same hotel as the teams. The book is filled with hilarious stories about every well-known sports writer in the state. Written in Bob's unmistakably witty style, this is a book that every reader of the sports page will love!
Texas Golf Guide, 2nd Edition
Texas Golf Guide is a complete and comprehensive guide to golfing in Texas. Almost eight-hundred courses are detailed. Written by a respected golf columnist. The cover will sell the book!
Smashing Barriers
An eye-opening racial and gender report card on the state of sport and society at the start of the twenty-first century.
Chasing Denali
The history of mountaineering began on Denali with the legendary story of four gold miners (called "Sourdoughs" because they carried sourdough starter with them at all times) who claimed to have summited after climbing more than 8,000 feet of steep snow and ice, then back down again-all in a single and incredibly dangerous day in 1910. Lugging a 25-pound, 14-foot flagpole to mark their success, they took on North America's highest peak using sheet metal crampons, coal shovels, hatchets, and alpenstocks to balance their way up the mountain. Was the expedition a success or a hoax? Denali climber Jon Waterman brings this colorful mountaineering mystery to life.
Grandpa Magic
From a professional magician and New York Times bestselling author, 116 tricks, stunts, and brainteasers that will engage the grandchildren and provide giggles, jaw-dropping awe, and wonderful memories. Guaranteed to make grandparenting even more fun, Grandpa Magic is sure to entertain--and crack up--the grandkids. From the old pull-a-quarter-from-behind-a-kid''s-ear trick and "removing your thumb" to card tricks, stunts for the dinner table, and verbal puzzles that surprise and delight, there's something for everyone. Step-by-step illustrations make them easy to learn.
The Old Pro Turkey Hunter
During his life, Gene Nunnery was recognized as a master turkey hunter and an artisan who crafted unique, almost irresistible turkey calls. In The Old Pro Turkey Hunter, the vaunted sportsman shares over fifty years of personal experience in Mississippi and surrounding states, along with the decades-old wisdom of the huntsmen who taught him. Throughout the book, his stories make clear that turkey hunting is more than just killing the bird--it is about matching wits with a wild and savvy adversary. As Nunnery explains, "To me that's what it's all about: finding a wise old gobbler who will test your skill as a turkey hunter." Through his stories, Nunnery reveals that the true reward for successful turkey hunting lies in winning the contest, not necessarily exterminating the foe. Real sportsmen know that every now and then the turkey should and will elude the hunter. As Nunnery looks back on his extensive career, he analyzes vast differences in practice, old and new. The shift, he decides, came during his last twenty years on the hunt, and that difference has only increased in the decades since this book was originally published. Michael O. Giles, Bass Pro staff team member, master turkey hunter, and award-winning outdoors writer and author of Passion of the Wild, writes a new foreword that brings the practice of turkey hunting into the present day. Filled with a tested mixture of common sense and specific examples of how master turkey hunters honor their harvest and heritage, The Old Pro Turkey Hunter is the perfect companion for the novice or the adept.
Small Stream Bass
Small Stream Bass provides instruction, wisdom, and practical information for getting off the beaten path, exploring and enjoying America's small and overlooked bass streams. Bass are able to live in many streams that can't support trout. Gifford's book opens up a whole new world of fishing to the traditional trout fisherman. Drawing on years of experience, Gifford explains how to find, evaluate, and analyze a bass stream. The reader will learn how to assess a stream for its fishing potential, and about the habits of bass in such an environment. Gifford also addresses issues of equipment, lures, flies, and how to use them in both deep water and in flats and eddies. Small Stream Bass will give anglers the practical tools they need to get away from the maddening crowds of expensive boats and shoulder-to-shoulder fishing conditions to pursue the incredibly game largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass that inhabit many of America's streams. Small Stream Bass belongs in every fishing book collection in the country.
Fly-Fishing the South Atlantic Coast
Saltwater angling is the fastest growing segment of the fly-fishing market and the southeastern Atlantic coast is a prime destination area for saltwater anglers. Many of the game species that feed along these southeast Atlantic waters are legendary known for their craftiness, beauty, and ability to put up a rugged fight. Anglers seek out species such as the red drum, tarpon, and spotted seatrout with an almost religious zeal. Here is a guide that directs anglers to the precise locations where these game fish are found. An introductory chapter covers the species of fish commonly sought during different seasons, where they school, how they feed, and what gear to use to catch them. Other popular game species in the southeast include redfish, striped bass, and pompano. Further chapters give detailed advice on gear selection and saltwater flies; and explain how to fish the different types of inshore waters found along the southeast coast, from ocean inlets to tidal creeks to oystershell bars. The author has augmented his decades of experience as a saltwater angler by driving 15,000 miles, wading miles of flats, and spending countless hours aboard boats to bring a particular precision to this guide. He concentrates on areas where good fishing is virtually guaranteed, access is easy, and the area is particularly scenic or uncrowded. He has made a special effort to include places that are accessible to wading or shore-bound anglers. Detailed maps of each area make trip planning easy. 50 black and white photographs, 35 maps."
Fly-Fishing with Children
Author Philip Brunquell, a pediatric neurologist, parent, and ardent fly-angler, combines extensive knowledge of fly-fishing with a deep understanding of the needs and aspirations of children. Writing with humor and often lyrically, Brunquell demonstrates conclusively that even young children can enjoy fly-fishing. At the same time, relationships between parents and children will be enriched, and children will become more aware of the need to conserve our fragile freshwater resources. For children not yet ready to fly-cast, Brunquell suggests alternate ways of presenting the fly. For older children, he recommends basic casts to learn and ways to practice casting, playing, and landing fish. You'll find advice on selecting economical tackle and simple modifications to make it easier for children to use. Safety issues, such as choosing protective clothing, taking precautions against Lyme disease, and and administering first aid, are emphasized. A special chapter, "The Disabled Child," offers advice on improving stream access and making casting equipment easier for the disabled to use.
Fishing Small Streams with a Fly Rod
Meck invites fishermen who are tired of shoulder-to-shoulder fishing on renowed trout rivers to try the undiscovered small streams of North America, where . . . once you experience a successful thirty-plus trout day, you'll be hooked for life. Photographs.
Ultralight Spin Fishing
Ultralight spin-fishing provides much the same challenge and excitement as fly-fishing - with a mere fraction of the investment in equipment. More accurate casts, more strikes and a better feel of what's happening at the end of the line are just some of the benefits of this popular angling method. Despite its name, ultra-light equipment is robust enough for pursuing trophy-sized freshwater fish as well as more aggressive saltwater species.
Carp on the Fly
Discover the secrets of flyfishing for carp. Learn the habits and habitats of these challenging fish, what flies they'll take, and how to put those flies in the right place at the right time to catch carp consistently. Barry Reynolds and John Berryman, authors of Pike on the Fly and Beyond Trout, have joined with Brad Befus to challenge you to take advantage of what is certainly the last, great, overlooked flyfishing resource in North America. Put aside your preconceptions, read Carp on the Fly with an open mind, and you'll soon be flyfishing for big, strong, smart fish in water just minutes from your home.
Hiking and Traveling the Blue Ridge Parkway
This comprehensive guidebook provides a detailed description of every official National Park Service trail along the Blue Ridge Parkway. But that's just the beginning: veteran hiker Leonard M. Adkins includes information on every trail that touches the parkway, including the Appalachian Trail and other public pathways on national park, state park, national forest, municipal, and private lands, along with citations for the Mountains-to-Sea Trail. Far more than a guide to the trails, this book will help you plan your whole trip. It's the perfect companion for your next parkway adventure.Includes: - every public trail along the parkway- GPS coordinates and 72 maps- 255 total trails, including 12 new trails since the last edition- trail length and difficulty- points of interest- wheelchair accessibility- a short history of the parkway and region- campgrounds and lodges- public restroom locations- elevation change charts for cyclists- tunnel heights for RVs- wildflower bloom calendar- selected sightseeing information on nearby towns
Staying Alive in Avalanche Terrain
The more you know about snow stability, the better your travel and rescue skills. And the sharper your decision making, the better you'll be able to avoid avalanche danger and have more fun in the winter backcountry. In Staying Alive in Avalanche Terrain, 3rd Edition, acclaimed snow and avalanche expert Bruce Tremper provides easy-to-understand avalanche safety tips and skills, including the latest snow research and techniques for evaluating snowpack, as well how to rescue companions in the event of an avalanche. Other topics include: How to evaluate terrain and decide whether it's safe or dangerous How avalanches work How to test snow stability How to control your exposure and lower your risk Safe travel techniques What to do if you're caught in an avalanche Search-and-rescue strategies Managing the human factors that contribute to accidents This fully revised and updated third edition of Bruce's best-selling book is organized according to the structure of American Avalanche Association classes, and all topics have been updated and reviewed by peer experts. This edition also features a wholly new chapter in which Bruce pulls all the pieces together to create an organized, step-by-step system for making decisions off, and on, the mountain. As Rocky Mountain News proclaimed, "No one who plays in the mountain snow should leave home without having studied this book." Clear, comprehensive, and engaging, Staying Alive in Avalanche Terrain shares everything skiers, snowboarders, and other backcountry travelers need to know to stay safe in the mountains.
Balancing on Blue
One man's remarkable challenge. 2,200 miles of unforgiving wilderness. Can he escape the mundane to become a thru-hiker?Shortlisted for Outdoor Book of the Year by The Great Outdoors magazine.Keith Foskett's dream of escape started with a single step. Thru-hiking all 2200 miles of the Appalachian Trail, he left ordinary life behind for five months. Enduring an incredible test of physical and psychological strength, Foskett was pushed to his limits...Accompanied by an array of eclectic characters - including a drug dealer, a world-champion juggler and a sex-starved Minnesotan - he weaves a route through some of America's wildest landscapes and history, and writes with insight, honesty and reflection. Attempting to keep his English wit alive amidst the bumps and bruises, can Foskett survive his journey of self-discovery to emerge victorious?Shortlisted for The Great Outdoors magazine's Outdoor Book of the Year, Foskett's novel-like tale is as entertaining as it is insightful. Venture beyond the journal-style of many outdoor books and join Foskett's adventure of a lifetime.Balancing on Blue is a superb standalone travel memoir. If you like living outside the box, escaping into the wild, and journeying deep into the unknown, then you'll love Keith Foskett's courageous trek.Discover how this wilderness escape can change you too.Editorial reviews: 'A highly anticipated Appalachian Trail memoir, and well worth the wait.'Daniel Neilson (The Great Outdoors Magazine)'With thru-hiking gaining in popularity, many look to the Appalachian Trail to test their trail legs, and discover why it holds the reputation it does.The wilds of this planet are serene, peaceful and offer the chance to break away from a normal existence. Keith's wonderful perspective of the trail reflects this freedom.'Jennifer Pharr Davis (Author and previous record holder for the fastest ever thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail).'An entertaining and inspiring account of one of the world's longest hikes and the people who walk it. Keith is a perfect walking companion for the ups and downs of the trail - his easy and understated style kept me turning the pages.Essential reading for those contemplating their own big adventure.'David Lintern (Outdoor Enthusiast Magazine)'Long distance backpacking trips can be monotonous, and it's often the same story for most books about them. Balancing on Blue is something completely different and once again, Keith invites you to the world that he calls home.Be prepared for great story telling, unique and interesting characters, wit and insight.'Andrew Skurka (Long distance hiker, adventurer and National Geographic Adventurer of the Year 2007).What Amazon readers are saying: ★★★★★ Not since Bill Bryson have I found a series of nonfiction books as entertaining as those written by Keith Foskett.★★★★★ Having read his other two fine efforts, I was straight into his most recent book and again it didn't disappoint.★★★★★ One of the best books on hiking the entire Appalachian Trail.★★★★★ Loved this book; I have read 10 or more books on hiking the AT, PCT and this one is informative about practical details (ie what happens with skin chafing from not showering for 10 days and what works?).★★★★★ Balancing on Blue is told from the heart. It exudes a deep sincerity and love regarding all that encompasses the trail. Hundreds more five-star reviews. Thousands of copies sold. Find out why readers fall for Keith Foskett's adventure memoirs!
