Documenting his notorious career with the Detroit Red Wings and the Chicago Blackhawks, Bob Probert details in this autobiography how he racked up points, penalty minutes, and bar bills, establishing himself as one of the most feared enforcers in the history of the NHL.
For the first time in 39 years, the Boston Bruins have finally raised the Stanley Cup again, riding the heroics of goalie and Conn Smythe Award winner Tim Thomas and besting the Vancouver Canucks in seven games to bring the Cup back to New England.
With 101 family-oriented stories by hockey fans, hockey families, and NHLers, this book will delight anyone who enjoys hockey, whether in the backyard, in school, or at the professional level.
The mountains and foothills of western Maine can be truly a winter wonderland, featuring some of the finest winter terrain in the Eastern United States.
Maine Ski Hall of Famer John Christie, author of the definitive history of the resort at Sugarloaf and veteran of Maines ski industry, teams up with his son Josh to guide skiers to all the best places.
Taking us from the beginning of our story to the present day, A Cold Spell examines how ice has shaped our thoughts, actions and societies and what it means for us that it is rapidly disappearing from our planet'A warm-hearted tale of the bizarre, something to cuddle up with in the bleak midwinter .
100 routes, reorganized and reviewed for this edition 15 all-new routes New photographs throughoutSnowshoe Routes: Washington, 3rd Edition puts you on the 100 best trails in the state, all within easy driving from major cities!
Whether you re an experienced backcountry skier or intermediate snowboarder looking to ramp up your out of bounds expeditions, Brittany and Frank Konsella have the cred to guide you to the state s special runs.
Nearly 100 backcountry ski routes most located in the central Wasatch Written by a ski-obsessed outdoor journalist Both day trips and overnights includedJared Hargrave averages more than 70 ski days a year, which adds up to a ton of local knowledge.
CLICK HERE to download the chapter on "e;Backcountry Medicine"e; from Mountain Travel & Rescue(Provide us with a little information and we'll send your download directly to your inbox)Completely updated and expanded official rescue workbook of the National Ski Patrol, now available to other wilderness first responders and the general public* Authoritative and comprehensive mountain safety and rescue text -- your most valuable search and rescue equipment * Recommended for classroom and educational program adoption* All-new illustrationsAs a leading authority of on-mountain safety since 1938, the nonprofit National Ski Patrol has dedicated itself to serving the public and the outdoor recreation industry by providing education, and accreditation to emergency care and safety services providers.
CLICK HERE to download a sample route from Backcountry Ski & Snowboard WashingtonSki and snowboard adventures can be found year-round when you know where to look start here!
* Tips on the latest gear and developments in the snowboarding industry* A useful manual for those serious about improving their technical snowboarding skills on the mountain* Clear, authoritative approach to learning the techniques of the sportWith millions flocking to the sport each year, snowboarding has become one of the of most popular winter pastimes.
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE CHAPTER ON "e;BASIC SKI SKILLS"e; NOW FROM CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING(Provide us with a little information and we'll send your download directly to your inbox)* Technique demonstrated in step-by-step photos* Special learning activities reinforce instruction * Sidebars for trouble-shooting common problems and matching technique to terrain and snow conditions* Tips for engaging the family From the first time you step into your bindings to mastering the stride, the glide, and the skate: Steve Hindman has you covered.
CLICK HERE to download the chapter on "e;Uphill Movement"e; from Backcountry Skiing(Provide us with a little information and we'll send your download directly to your inbox)* For intermediate-to-advanced backcountry skiers* Includes trip planning, navigation, fitness, and avalanche safety information, in addition to techniques* Provides advice on how to make well-informed backcountry decisionsMartin Volken and his co-authors provide skiers with all the tools and knowledge they need to safely and successfully travel in the mountain backcountry.
CLICK HERE to download the chapter on "e;Backcountry Forecasting & Decisions"e; from The Avalanche Handbook * Information on the unique characteristics of alpine snow, snow slab instability, terrain variables, skier triggering of avalanches, and the nature of avalanche motion * Chapters on the elements of backcountry avalanche forecasting and the decision-making process * This is the text used by search and rescue professionals, ski patrol groups, and outdoor education programs Technical yet accessible, The Avalanche Handbook, 3rd Edition, covers the formation, character, effects, and control of avalanches; rescue techniques; and research on understanding and surviving avalanches.
Completely revised, the fifth edition of Snowshoeing teaches you how to navigate through snow-clad woods, compete in races, and climb to new summits with easily-learned snowshoeing techniques.
In Blood Feud, Colorado Avalanche beat writer Adrian Dater not only submits that the Red Wings-Avalanche rivalry was the most feverish match-up in recent years, but also that there was none better played.
Stan Fischler, hockey journalist since 1954 and Lester Patrick Award-winner "e;for contributions to hockey in the United States,"e; covers the sport's history, its origins, rules, players, and more!
Stan Fischler, hockey journalist since 1954 and Lester Patrick Award-winner "e;for contributions to hockey in the United States,"e; covers the sport's history, its origins, rules, players, and more!
What defines one National Hockey League season from another are those moments-the record-setting goals, the stunning saves, the thrilling overtime victories-that flash before the eyes of hockey fans.
When Olympic figure skating judge Jean Senft blew the whistle on vote trading at the 1998 Nagano Winter Games, she opened the door to an entirely new way of judging.
An inspiring volume of stories about Canada's most beloved sporthockeyand the everyday heroes who embody the spirit of the game and help shape its future, from the pros who compete in NHL arenas to the dreamers and fans who play on backyard rinks.
Snow Tales and Powder Trails is a collection of short stories and photographs, telling of a lifetime journey through snowy lands and mountains, using skis as a mode of transport and artistic medium.
