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The classic guide to hiking the Land of 10,000 Lakes, now updated and in full color! View the spectacular waterfalls, gorges, and canyons of the nationally known Superior Hiking Trail, step back into Native American history alongside the quarries of Pipestone National Monument, or see bald eagles and other wildlife in Bear Head Lake State Park. Highlighting the history and geography of each route, this book introduces more than forty of the finest...
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Language
English
Description
"Emily is having the time of her life--she's in the mountains of Chile with her best friend, Kristen, on their annual reunion trip, and the women are feeling closer than ever. But on the last night of their trip, Emily enters their hotel suite to find blood and broken glass on the floor. Kristen says the cute backpacker she'd been flirting with attacked her, and she had no choice but to kill him in self-defense. Even more shocking: The scene is horrifyingly...
Author
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
2020.
Physical Desc
398 pages ; 23 cm
Language
English
Description
Filled with beautiful National Geographic photography, wisdom from expert hikers like Andrew Skurka, need-to-know travel information, and practical wildlife-spotting tips, this inspirational guide offers the planet's best experiences for hikers and sightseers. From short day hikes--California's Sierra High Route, Lake Agnes Teahouse in Alberta, Norway's Mt. Skala--to multiday excursions like Mt. Meru in Tanzania and multi-week treks (Egypt's Sinai...
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Series
Publisher
Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2020]
Lexile measure
760L
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Don't just survive, thrive in the great outdoors! This handy guidebook provides unique tips and tricks to transform any camping trip into a glamping vacay, including defense against weather extremes, hygiene hacks, and unplugged entertainment options" -- Provided by publisher.
8) Wildfire
Author
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf
Pub. Date
2020.
Edition
First edition.
Lexile measure
HL 720L
Physical Desc
261 pages ; 22 cm
Language
English
Description
Annie and Pete have been best friends since they were little. They know each other better than anyone, and they've been on more adventures than they can count--they even have a notebook filled with all the times they've almost died. But they always survive, because together, they're invincible. And they've always been just friends. But lately, Annie has been thinking that maybe friendship is just the beginning, and she's been mentally replaying all...
9) Nature Girl
Author
Pub. Date
2010
Edition
1st ed.
Lexile measure
590L
Physical Desc
239 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
Language
English
Description
While spending the summer in Vermont, eleven-year-old Megan gets lost on the Appalachian Trail and decides to hike to Massachusetts to visit her best friend.
Author
Publisher
Artisan, a division of Workman Publishing Co., Inc
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
222 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
"From roughing it in the Mojave Desert without a tent to glamping in a cozy cabin in the Adirondacks, camping for pleasure is undeniably more popular than ever before. And all the while, the definition of camping is being refined and expanded to include a plethora of experiences. Because as we saw with Artisan's The Campout Cookbook, people want more from their camping experiences--including good meals, a comfy sleeping experience, and some epic sunsets...
Author
Pub. Date
1998
Edition
1st ed.
Physical Desc
x, 374 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm
Language
English
Description
When it was first published in 1998, The Backpacker's Field Manual set the standard for comprehensive backpacking books. Now exhaustively updated to offer a more complete view of backpacking today, it covers the latest developments in gear-such as Global Positioning Systems and ultralight hiking equipment-first aid, and Leave No Trace comping, and includes a chapter devoted to outdoor leadership resources and basics. Beginners and experienced hikers...
18) Hiking
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Series
Publisher
Smart Apple Media, an imprint of Black Rabbit Books
Pub. Date
[2015].
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Filled with stunning color photography, this captivating book fires young readers imaginations about the adventures that await them while hiking. The volume includes information and tips on proper gear, safety considerations, emergency preparedness, and what to expect during your adventure. Sidebar features highlight the accomplishments and records of some of the more daring adult adventurers pursuing the sport" --
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Publisher
Minnesota Historical Society Press
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 27 cm
Language
English
Description
On a backpacking trip with her aunt and uncle, a young girl collects rocks while hiking in the forest, by the river, and at the lake, but when her pack becomes too heavy too carry, she finds the perfect solution.
20) Hiking
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Series
Publisher
SportsZone, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations, map ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Introduces young sports fans to hiking, introducing its history, suggested gear, and tips for making the most of a day in the outdoors.