Charles Kenneth Howard-Bury's 'The First Expedition to Mount Everest' (Illustrated Edition) is a groundbreaking account of the very first expedition to the world's highest peak.
The ability to go camping with your family and loved ones is always something to look forward to; the ability to feel closer to nature, spend time with those around you and to ultimately enjoy some good quality time.
The beautifully varied Cleveland Way winds for over a hundred miles around the North York Moors National Park, from the ancient moorland town of Helmsley to the seafront at Filey, passing stunning historic sites like Helmsley Castle and Rievaulx Abbey alongthe way.
CLICK HERE to download the chapter "e;The Alpine Environment"e; from Alpine Climbing* For climbers who know the basics and are ready to venture at higher altitudes* Written by longtime guides and climbing instructors certified by the American Mountain Guide Association (AMGA)* Recommended by the AMGA* Teaches situational thinking and learning as well as techniqueThis intermediate-level guide addresses tools, skills, and techniques used in alpine terrain including rock, snow, ice, and glaciers at moderate altitude -- approximately 5000 meters (16,000 feet) and lower.
Five-Star Trails: Tri-Cities of Tennessee and Virginia details the 40 best hikes in and around Johnson City, Kingsport, and Bristol as well as the surrounding areas of Abingdon, Elizabethton, Greenville, and Rogersville.
Focusing on hikes close to the metropolitan area, 60 Hikes within 60 Miles: Cleveland by Diane Stresing provides the information needed to choose the perfect day hike, along with maps, directions, driving times, and a wealth of trail details.
Like others in the Five-Star Trails series, this book features up to 40 day-hikes, ranging from 1 mile to 12 miles, in and near a midsize city--in this case, Knoxville.
Five-Star Trails: Tri-Cities of Tennessee and Virginia details the 40 best hikes in and around Johnson City, Kingsport, and Bristol as well as the surrounding areas of Abingdon, Elizabethton, Greenville, and Rogersville.
Top Trails Lake Tahoe explores the best trails for hiking and biking in the Tahoe area, including the north side's splendid backcountry, the lake's sedate western side, the picturesque and popular areas south of the lake, including Desolation Wilderness and D.
CLICK HERE to download the section from Wilderness & Travel Medicine on "e;Chest & Abdominal Injuries"e;* Author is a nationally recognized expert in wilderness medicine* Covers both illnesses and injuries* Includes improvised techniques for when medical supplies aren't on hand* Every section has been updated and new illustrations added to this editionFirst published in 1992, Wilderness & Travel Medicine has been a staple of the emergency first-aid kits sold worldwide by Adventure Medical Kits.
This book talks about the beginning of a long and difficult journey for a young girl in pursuit of breaking a world record by becoming the youngest female to run seven marathons on seven continents by the age of twelve.
Carefully researched on foot, hiking enthusiast Jordan Summers introduces area residents and visitors to an array of the best day hikes from casual riverside nature hikes to rugged foothill treks within roughly an hour's drive of Sacramento.
CLICK HERE to download a portion of the chapter on "e;Scenarios & Solutions"e; from Climbing Self-Rescue featuring 5 different scenarios(Provide us with a little information and we'll send your download directly to your inbox)* Climbing self-rescue procedures for teams of two -- the most common climbing party size * Techniques equally effective on rock, snow, and ice * Utilizes gear climbers already carry in their rack* Includes 40 one-page rescue scenarios and solutions for climbing accident analysisThe rope is stuck, or too short.