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The Darkest White

A Mountain Legend and the Avalanche That Took Him

de Eric Blehm ...

“Eric Blehm offers an insightful perspective on how Craig Kelly became the effortless icon that we all revered as well as sobering details of how his heroic journey tragically ended. The Darkest White is a must read, not just for fans of snowboarding, but for anyone looking for inspiration from an unlikely hero.”—Tony HawkFrom Eric Blehm, the bestselling author of The Last Season and Fearless, ... Leer más

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“Eric Blehm offers an insightful perspective on how Craig Kelly became the effortless icon that we all revered as well as sobering details of how his heroic journey tragically ended. The Darkest White is a must read, not just for fans of snowboarding, but for anyone looking for inspiration from an unlikely hero.”—Tony HawkFrom Eric Blehm, the bestselling author of The Last Season and Fearless,
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THE CAMINO DIARIES

Reflections from a decade of Camino pilgrimages.

de Doug McPhillips ...

The Camino Diaries is a deeply reflective memoir drawn from a decade of walking pilgrimages along the Camino de Santiago and other sacred paths.Through diary entries written along the way, Doug McPhillips captures moments of questioning, wonder, struggle, and awakening that arise when life is reduced to walking, listening, and paying attention. Blending spiritual insight with imaginative ... Leer más

$1.99 USD

The Camino Diaries is a deeply reflective memoir drawn from a decade of walking pilgrimages along the Camino de Santiago and other sacred paths.Through diary entries written along the way, Doug McPhillips captures moments of questioning, wonder, struggle, and awakening that arise when life is reduced to walking, listening, and paying attention. Blending spiritual insight with imaginative
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A Short Walk in the Hindu Kush

de Eric Newby ...

Some of the maps in this title are best viewed on a tablet device.A classic of travel writing, A Short Walk in the Hindu Kush is Eric Newby’s iconic account of his journey through one of the most remote and beautiful wildernesses on earth.It was 1956, and Eric Newby was earning an improbable living in the chaotic family business of London haute couture. Pining for adventure, Newby sent his friend ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

Some of the maps in this title are best viewed on a tablet device.A classic of travel writing, A Short Walk in the Hindu Kush is Eric Newby’s iconic account of his journey through one of the most remote and beautiful wildernesses on earth.It was 1956, and Eric Newby was earning an improbable living in the chaotic family business of London haute couture. Pining for adventure, Newby sent his friend
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Best Hikes with Dogs Oregon

2nd Edition

de Ellen Morris Bishop ...

CLICK HERE to download two free hikes from Best Hikes with Dogs Oregon* Guidebook to 85 dog-friendly trails in Oregon* Trails near Portland, Eugene–Springfield, Roseburg, and Medford–Grants Pass, as well as along the Oregon coast and in the Wallowa MountainsBest Hikes with Dogs Oregon, 2nd Ed. puts you and your dog on trails selected for safety, access to s... ... Leer más

$14.39 USD

CLICK HERE to download two free hikes from Best Hikes with Dogs Oregon* Guidebook to 85 dog-friendly trails in Oregon* Trails near Portland, Eugene–Springfield, Roseburg, and Medford–Grants Pass, as well as along the Oregon coast and in the Wallowa MountainsBest Hikes with Dogs Oregon, 2nd Ed. puts you and your dog on trails selected for safety, access to s...
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Minus 148 Degrees

First Winter Ascent of Mount McKinley

de Art Davidson ...

This finely crafted adventure tale runs on adrenaline but also something else: brutal honesty. -The Wall Street JournalI couldn't lay it down until it was all finished (12:40 a.m.!)... A fascinating and beautifully-written story. -Bradford Washburn* One of National Geographic Adventure's The 100 Greatest Adventure Books of All Time* Spring 2013 marks the 100th anniversary of the first ascent of ... Leer más

$14.39 USD

This finely crafted adventure tale runs on adrenaline but also something else: brutal honesty. -The Wall Street JournalI couldn't lay it down until it was all finished (12:40 a.m.!)... A fascinating and beautifully-written story. -Bradford Washburn* One of National Geographic Adventure's The 100 Greatest Adventure Books of All Time* Spring 2013 marks the 100th anniversary of the first ascent of
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A Backpacker's Guide to Making Every Ounce Count

Tips and Tricks for Every Hike

de Steven Lowe ...

A Backpacker's Guide to Making Every Ounce Count was written by an avid outdoorsman, for those interested in knowing how a Gram Weenie thinks. If you are interested in lightening your pack a few ounces at a time, this book covers that very subject. Steven Lowe discusses how he used to pack for a trip and how he learned from the so-called experts.” After following their advice, he ended up with a ... Leer más

$10.99 USD

A Backpacker's Guide to Making Every Ounce Count was written by an avid outdoorsman, for those interested in knowing how a Gram Weenie thinks. If you are interested in lightening your pack a few ounces at a time, this book covers that very subject. Steven Lowe discusses how he used to pack for a trip and how he learned from the so-called experts.” After following their advice, he ended up with a
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From Snow to Ash

Solitude, soul-searching and survival on Australia's toughest hiking trail

de Anthony Sharwood ...

At the start of the hellish, fiery Australian summer of 2019/20, Walkley Award-winning journalist and suburban dad Anthony Sharwood set off on a journey. Abandoning his post on a busy news website to clear his mind, he solo-trekked the Australian Alps Walking Track, Australia's most gruelling and breathtakingly beautiful mainland hiking trail, which traverses the entirety of the legendary High ... Leer más

$9.99 USD

At the start of the hellish, fiery Australian summer of 2019/20, Walkley Award-winning journalist and suburban dad Anthony Sharwood set off on a journey. Abandoning his post on a busy news website to clear his mind, he solo-trekked the Australian Alps Walking Track, Australia's most gruelling and breathtakingly beautiful mainland hiking trail, which traverses the entirety of the legendary High
... Leer más
A Bark In The Park-Florida Panhandle: The 20 Best Places To Hike With Your Dog

de Doug Gelbert ...

The Florida Panhandle is a great place to hike with your dog. Within a short drive your dog can explore lush forests, trot down sandy trails, or hike for miles and never lose sight of the water. This book describes the 20 best outings you can find with your best trail pal. While walking the dog, you'll get generous helpings of history, botany, geology, and more. ... Leer más

$2.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

The Florida Panhandle is a great place to hike with your dog. Within a short drive your dog can explore lush forests, trot down sandy trails, or hike for miles and never lose sight of the water. This book describes the 20 best outings you can find with your best trail pal. While walking the dog, you'll get generous helpings of history, botany, geology, and more.
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100 Classic Hikes: Northern California

Sierra Nevada, Cascades, Klamath Mountains, North Coast and Wine Country, San Francisco Bay Area

de John Soares ...

An update of the popular and gorgeous full-color guidebook to Northern California’s most iconic hikesDiscover a mother lode of outdoor treasures in this completely revised and updated fourth edition of 100 Classic Hikes in Northern California from expert hiker John Soares. A blend of favorite trails and explorations of lesser-known wildlands, these 100 hikes take you to unforgettable mountain ... Leer más

$15.89 USD

An update of the popular and gorgeous full-color guidebook to Northern California’s most iconic hikesDiscover a mother lode of outdoor treasures in this completely revised and updated fourth edition of 100 Classic Hikes in Northern California from expert hiker John Soares. A blend of favorite trails and explorations of lesser-known wildlands, these 100 hikes take you to unforgettable mountain
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Hiking Oregon

A Guide to the State's Greatest Hiking Adventures

de Lizann Dunegan ...

Series series State Hiking Guides Series
Experience 48 of the best hikes in Oregon. This one-of-a-kind guidebook will take outdoor enthusiasts on hikes along rugged, rocky coastline to historic lighthouses; through scented, sagebrush high desert and magnificent lava plains; to the tops of volcanic peaks; past cascading waterfalls; and alongside wild and scenic rivers. ... Leer más

$19.99 USD

Experience 48 of the best hikes in Oregon. This one-of-a-kind guidebook will take outdoor enthusiasts on hikes along rugged, rocky coastline to historic lighthouses; through scented, sagebrush high desert and magnificent lava plains; to the tops of volcanic peaks; past cascading waterfalls; and alongside wild and scenic rivers.
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Backpacking Idaho

From Alpine Peaks to Desert Canyons

de Douglas Lorain ...

Series series Backpacking
Traverse 25 carefully crafted backpacking trips to some of the most magnificent landscapes in Idaho.A virtually undiscovered backpacking paradise, Idaho has numerous wilderness areas of vast size. Backpackers can find complete solitude, glimpse wildlife, and explore some of North America’s most amazing scenery. The state’s mountains boast great weather: fewer thunderstorms than the central Rockies ... Leer más

$13.69 USD

Traverse 25 carefully crafted backpacking trips to some of the most magnificent landscapes in Idaho.A virtually undiscovered backpacking paradise, Idaho has numerous wilderness areas of vast size. Backpackers can find complete solitude, glimpse wildlife, and explore some of North America’s most amazing scenery. The state’s mountains boast great weather: fewer thunderstorms than the central Rockies
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Washington's Channeled Scablands Guide

Explore and Recreate Along the Ice Age Floods National Geologic Trail

de John Soennichsen ...

Explore Washington's canyons of Ice Age wonders -- great trails, stunning scenery, and amazing history* Comprehensive guide to a fascinating region rich with history and recreational access to camping, hiking, fishing, and more* The Ice Age Floods National Geologic Trail was designated by the National Park Service in 2009. Once completed, the Trail will connect interpretive facilities, signage, ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

Explore Washington's canyons of Ice Age wonders -- great trails, stunning scenery, and amazing history* Comprehensive guide to a fascinating region rich with history and recreational access to camping, hiking, fishing, and more* The Ice Age Floods National Geologic Trail was designated by the National Park Service in 2009. Once completed, the Trail will connect interpretive facilities, signage,
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Trekking in Mallorca

GR221 - The Drystone Route through the Serra de Tramuntana

de Paddy Dillon ...

Discover some of the best trekking in Mallorca on the GR221 – Mallorca’s Drystone Route. This spectacular long-distance trail runs 140km (87 miles) through the sun-drenched Serra de Tramuntana mountains, stretching from Port d’Andratx in the south-west to the historic town of Pollença in the north-east. Linking a string of delightful mountain villages via ancient paths and mule tracks, the GR221 ... Leer más

$21.89 USD

Discover some of the best trekking in Mallorca on the GR221 – Mallorca’s Drystone Route. This spectacular long-distance trail runs 140km (87 miles) through the sun-drenched Serra de Tramuntana mountains, stretching from Port d’Andratx in the south-west to the historic town of Pollença in the north-east. Linking a string of delightful mountain villages via ancient paths and mule tracks, the GR221
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Wild Yosemite

25 Tales of Adventure, Nature, and Exploration

Edición de Susan M. Neider ...

An ideal gift for lovers of nature.This beautiful literary collection explores the spectacular natural features of Yosemite through the eyes of some of America’s most notable and extraordinarily talented writers. In 1851, Lafayette Bunnell chronicled his travels with the Mariposa Battalion, the first non-natives to visit Yosemite Valley. Following in his footsteps, Theodore Roosevelt, Ralph Waldo ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

An ideal gift for lovers of nature.This beautiful literary collection explores the spectacular natural features of Yosemite through the eyes of some of America’s most notable and extraordinarily talented writers. In 1851, Lafayette Bunnell chronicled his travels with the Mariposa Battalion, the first non-natives to visit Yosemite Valley. Following in his footsteps, Theodore Roosevelt, Ralph Waldo
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60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Minneapolis and St. Paul

Including Hikes In and Around the Twin Cities

de Tom Watson ...

Series series 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles
This decisive guide to day hikes in the Twin Cities' area just got better. Within the seven county "metro" area that encompasses the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul lies a network of hundreds of miles of trails. 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Minneapolis and St. Paul by Tom Watson showcases the region's main attractions and personality. Some of these trails are broad, paved corridors through ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

This decisive guide to day hikes in the Twin Cities' area just got better. Within the seven county "metro" area that encompasses the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul lies a network of hundreds of miles of trails. 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Minneapolis and St. Paul by Tom Watson showcases the region's main attractions and personality. Some of these trails are broad, paved corridors through
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Best Hiking in Central Colorado around Aspen, Marble, Leadville, Buena Vista and Crested Butte

de Diane Greer ...

Updated and Revised in 2019 - An opinionated guide to the best hikes in one of Colorado's best hiking areas, the Sawatch and Elk Mountains in central Colorado around the towns of Aspen, Buena Vista, Crested Butte, Marble and Leadville. The Sawatch and Elk Mountain ranges offer the quintessential Rocky Mountain hiking experience with the trails that take you above timberline to beautiful mountain ... Leer más

$3.99 USD

Updated and Revised in 2019 - An opinionated guide to the best hikes in one of Colorado's best hiking areas, the Sawatch and Elk Mountains in central Colorado around the towns of Aspen, Buena Vista, Crested Butte, Marble and Leadville. The Sawatch and Elk Mountain ranges offer the quintessential Rocky Mountain hiking experience with the trails that take you above timberline to beautiful mountain
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Five-Star Trails: Palm Springs

31 Spectacular Hikes in the Southern California Desert Resort Area

de Laura Randall ...

Series series Five-Star Trails
A popular outdoor destination for the 7 million residents of Los Angeles, Palm Springs offers stunning hiking opportunities. With Joshua Tree National Monument to the east, the San Bernardino National Forest to the north and south, and the storied Pacific Crest Trail passing nearby, hiking expert Laura Randall has chosen the best hikes that highlight the area.Five-Star Trails: Palm Springs ... Leer más

$11.59 USD

A popular outdoor destination for the 7 million residents of Los Angeles, Palm Springs offers stunning hiking opportunities. With Joshua Tree National Monument to the east, the San Bernardino National Forest to the north and south, and the storied Pacific Crest Trail passing nearby, hiking expert Laura Randall has chosen the best hikes that highlight the area.Five-Star Trails: Palm Springs
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Hiking the Continental Divide Trail

One Woman's Journey

de Jennifer A. Hanson ...

5 States, 148 Hiking Days, 25 Supply Points, 130 MapsA how-to adventure for both armchair and real-life hikers. Foreword by Steve Dudley, Executive Director of the Continental Divide Trail Alliance.An avid outsoorswoman, West Point graduate and former Captain in the U.S. Army, Jennifer Hanson — with her husband Greg Allen — set off to thru-hike the 2,400-mile Continental Divide Trail. Together ... Leer más

$4.99 USD

5 States, 148 Hiking Days, 25 Supply Points, 130 MapsA how-to adventure for both armchair and real-life hikers. Foreword by Steve Dudley, Executive Director of the Continental Divide Trail Alliance.An avid outsoorswoman, West Point graduate and former Captain in the U.S. Army, Jennifer Hanson — with her husband Greg Allen — set off to thru-hike the 2,400-mile Continental Divide Trail. Together
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A Contemplative Camino

A Walk into silence, Stillness and Solitude in Northern Spain and other sacred spaces

de Kate King ...

Burnt out and looking for a challenge, veterinarian Kate King decides to walk the Camino Frances across Northern Spain. She trains hard, but still doubting her fitness sets out on the Camino Frances.Although ill, she sticks to plan and climbs the Pyrenees from St-Jean-Pied-de-Port. Exhaustion and loneliness threaten to derail the hike, but Camino angels help her along the Way.Celebrating with ... Leer más

$3.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Burnt out and looking for a challenge, veterinarian Kate King decides to walk the Camino Frances across Northern Spain. She trains hard, but still doubting her fitness sets out on the Camino Frances.Although ill, she sticks to plan and climbs the Pyrenees from St-Jean-Pied-de-Port. Exhaustion and loneliness threaten to derail the hike, but Camino angels help her along the Way.Celebrating with
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On the Trail

A History of American Hiking

de Silas Chamberlin ...

The first history of the American hiking community and its contributions to the nation's vast network of trails.In the mid-nineteenth century urban walking clubs emerged in the United States. A little more than a century later, tens of millions of Americans were hiking on trails blazed in every region of the country. This groundbreaking book is the first full account of the unique history of the ... Leer más

$12.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

The first history of the American hiking community and its contributions to the nation's vast network of trails.In the mid-nineteenth century urban walking clubs emerged in the United States. A little more than a century later, tens of millions of Americans were hiking on trails blazed in every region of the country. This groundbreaking book is the first full account of the unique history of the
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Trekking Gran Paradiso: Alta Via 2

From Chardonney to Courmayeur in the Aosta Valley

de Gillian Price ...

Explore the stunning high-mountain landscapes of Italy’s Gran Paradiso National Park, a protected wilderness in the Aosta Valley where towering peaks, emerald valleys and glacial tarns define one of the Alps’ most scenic trekking regions. Running east-to-west from Chardonney to Courmayeur, the Alta Via 2 is a classic long-distance trek that threads through rugged alpine terrain, past mountain huts ... Leer más

$21.89 USD

Explore the stunning high-mountain landscapes of Italy’s Gran Paradiso National Park, a protected wilderness in the Aosta Valley where towering peaks, emerald valleys and glacial tarns define one of the Alps’ most scenic trekking regions. Running east-to-west from Chardonney to Courmayeur, the Alta Via 2 is a classic long-distance trek that threads through rugged alpine terrain, past mountain huts
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Rail-Trails Iowa & Missouri

The definitive guide to the state's top multiuse trails

de Rails-to-Trails Conservancy ...

Series series Rail-Trails
Whether you're looking for a trail for a leisurely stroll, a bike ride with the family, or something a bit more challenging, you'll find it in this comprehensive trail guide highlighting the best, most highly rated trails in Rail-Trails Iowa and Missouri. Many of the trails were converted from unused railroad corridors to become some of the best multiuse rail-trails in the region. In this ... Leer más

$12.39 USD

Whether you're looking for a trail for a leisurely stroll, a bike ride with the family, or something a bit more challenging, you'll find it in this comprehensive trail guide highlighting the best, most highly rated trails in Rail-Trails Iowa and Missouri. Many of the trails were converted from unused railroad corridors to become some of the best multiuse rail-trails in the region. In this
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The Green Guide to Low-Impact Hiking and Camping

de Guy Waterman, Laura Waterman ...

"A classic of backpacking literature" (Backpacker), now updated with a brand-new foreword by environmentalist and best-selling author Bill McKibbenOriginally published as Backwoods Ethics in 1979, Laura and Guy Waterman's definitive guide to low-impact hiking and camping was a prophetic call to reevaluate the impact of outdoor recreation on the wilderness. Enthusiastically received by ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

"A classic of backpacking literature" (Backpacker), now updated with a brand-new foreword by environmentalist and best-selling author Bill McKibbenOriginally published as Backwoods Ethics in 1979, Laura and Guy Waterman's definitive guide to low-impact hiking and camping was a prophetic call to reevaluate the impact of outdoor recreation on the wilderness. Enthusiastically received by
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75 Hikes in Virginia Shenandoah National Park

de Russ Manning ...

* 75 trails and 70 scenic overlooks in Virginia's Shenandoah National Park* Guidebook includes maps and hiking descriptionsShenandoah National Park lies along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains of northeast Virginia, encompassing 196,000 acres, including 80,000 acres of federally designated wilderness. The trails in this thorough guidebook will take hikers along the peaks of the Blue Ridge, ... Leer más

$13.09 USD

* 75 trails and 70 scenic overlooks in Virginia's Shenandoah National Park* Guidebook includes maps and hiking descriptionsShenandoah National Park lies along the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains of northeast Virginia, encompassing 196,000 acres, including 80,000 acres of federally designated wilderness. The trails in this thorough guidebook will take hikers along the peaks of the Blue Ridge,
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