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Outdoor Recreation & Camping Guides
Learn how to plan & prepare for a backpacking trip. Discusses equip, safety, & the essential trail skills of using a compass, purifying water, cooking, & where & how to set up camp. 205 Color photos & B&W illus; 6x9 inches, 304 pgs.
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First book in our new series. Details birds & wildlife found on 60+ public lands across the state - including national wildlife refuges, federal waterfowl production areas, state wildlife management areas, outstanding state parks, natural areas, Nature Co
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Comprehensive listings of camping gear, equip, manufacturers, national & state parks, leading campgrounds, & U.S. travel organizations. 200 B&W photos; 8.5x11 inches, 352 pgs.
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Reveals amazing "drive-by" attractions in America's largest state. 80 color photos; 8x6 inches, 64 pgs.
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This pioneering book was the first to synthesize into a single, riveting narrative all of the varied aspects of human endeavor related to the history of the Sierra Nevada. Indispensable for any lover of the high country. 37 B&W photos, 12 illus, 7 maps; 6
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You don't have to be an Eagle Scout to plan & enjoy a great outdoor excursion! Teaches quick & fuss-free ways to choose & use tents, sleeping bags, hiking boots, & more; learn what to pack - & to leave behind; navigate trails with a compass & map; how to
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Unique 130,000 acre area. Detailed route descriptions for hikers, bikers & climbers, fascinating geologic & natural history of the area, park-planning info about facilities, camping & lodging, safety, equip & more. Color coded tabs & activity symbols for
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A mostly fun, sometimes serious guide to love, sex, & adventure in the great outdoors. Shows the best positions for campers (the tent tango), recipes for a romantic meal in a Ziploc bag, & to how to look & feel sexy when youre wearing grimy zip-off hikin
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Comprehensive guide: Discover where to go hiking, boating, swimming, camping, bicycling, fishing & more. 80 B&W photos, 30 maps; 6x9 inches, 224 pgs.
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the bible of the Princeton University Outdoor Action Program for more than a decade, field-tested by one of the most respected outdoor programs in the country. 100 line drawings; 5x8 inches.
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Northwest climate, geology, photography, & basic hiking tips prepare readers for their treks to the falls; description includes directions for how to get there; the USGS topographic map quad; hike distance; falls' source, height, & volume. 100 B&W photos,
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The perfect handbook for backpackers, car campers, RVers, equestrians, and boaters alike, detailed coverage of more than 1,500 campgrounds. 896 pgs.
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Activities & destinations for nearly 200 state recreation areas in WA. Surf-washed beaches, lush forests, sagebrush-dusted plains, sparkling lakes & rivers. 120 B&W photos, 96 maps; 6x9 inches, 320 pgs.
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An info-packed tool for the novice or handy reference for the veteran. Distills years of knowledge in an affordable & portable book. How to use filters for special effects, understand your camera better to use it more efficiently, develop techniques for u
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The Only Complete Guide to All 4000 National Forest Campgrounds. 100 color maps, 50 color photos; 8x11 inches, 656 pgs.
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Essential guide to all of California's state parks, & the wealth of activities to do there. Thoroughly updated & revised. 120 B&W photos, 74 maps; 8.5x9 inches, 304 pgs.
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Covers national forests in: Arkansas, Colorado, Louisiana, Minnesota Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming. Info is clear & easy to use. 41 color illus & photos, 19 botanical drawings, 24 B&W illus, 54 maps; 6x9
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Evers evokes the special charm of the Catskills region with explorations of its flora & fauna, legends, superstitions, & natural & unnatural wonders. 86 B&W illus, 1 map; 6x9 inches, 831 pgs.
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All new maps & detailed driving directions to each trailhead. 6x9 inches, 900 pgs.
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Covers national forests in: Alaska, Nevada, Arizona, Oregon, California, Utah, Idaho, Washington. Info is clear & easy to use. 63 color illus, color photos, 19 botanical drawings, 9 B&W photos, 71 maps; 6x9 inches, 391 pgs.
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Something historical is happening every week somewhere in the state of Montana. If visitors ever wanted to spin yarns with the fur trappers, pan gold with prospectors, ride with the Seventh Cavalry, or dance at the Victorian Ball, this book will get them
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To live in a pristine land . . . roam the wilderness . . . build a home. . . . Thousands have had such dreams, but Richard Proenneke lived them. Here is a tribute to a man who carved his masterpiece out of the beyond. 50 color photos; 5.75x8.25 inches, 22
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Covers national forests in: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, Michigan, Mississippi, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wiscon
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Whether you are just thinking of purchasing your first ATV or are an old hand at off-roading, this handbook will be an invaluable reference. Everything you need to know about ATVs - how to buy one for your needs, how to maintain it, drive it safely, & mor
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First up-to-date, comprehensive history of Alaska, from its earliest settlers to current debates over oil production. 10 maps in test, endpaper map; 6x9 inches, 560 pgs.
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History of white settlement in the most isolated part of southern Oregon's rugged Rogue River Canyon, starting in the 1850s. First-person accounts from diaries, journals & interviews. Maps & Illus; 6x9 inches, 262 pgs.
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Guide describes each of 530+ refuges nationwide, their habitats, the species of birds & mammals to be found there, & general info about accessibility & facilities. Photos by Karen & John Hollingsworth. Color photos t/out; 6.5x9.5 inches, 512 pgs.
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Practical advice & reinforces the fundamentals for beginning & intermediate outdoor photographers. Includes: an intro to understanding light; primers on equipment, film, exposure, gear, storage, & display; in-depth how-to advice on the most popular outdoo
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Newest addition to the EXPLORER'S GUIDE series showcases the lodging, restaurants, shopping, & activities of the Blue Ridge & Smoky Mountain regions of North Carolina & Tennessee. 75 B&W photos, 15 maps; 6x9, 448 pgs.
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Comprehensive driving guide to New Zealand's North & South islands that highlights the stunning diversity of scenery & other attractions enroute.12 regions, 60 scenic driving tours. 150 color photos; 8.5x11 inches, 160 pgs.
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