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A visually packed beginner guide to snowshoeing.

Basic Illustrated Alpine Ski Touring has everything one needs to participate in this growing and exciting activity. Written by expert Molly Abolson, this book provides information on gear, skills, and preparation so that beginners and intermediate participants alike can enjoy this emerging sport with confidence.

In Basic Illustrated Camping, discover how to build a fire, even in wet weather; select and use your camping gear; cook quick and tasty meals in the outdoors; rig a campsite tent with the four basic knots and hitches; and use a map and compass to master the fundamentals of backcountry navigation.

An information-packed tool for the novice or handy reference for the veteran, this guide distills years of knowledge into an affordable and portable book. You'll discover the mechanics of bikepacking, covering but not limited to bikepacking basics, choosing the proper bike, gear carrying options, and trail riding tips.

For a generation, the Basic Illustrated series has been as much a part of the outdoors experience as backpacks and hiking boots. Information-packed tools for the novice or handy references for the veteran, these volumes distill years of knowledge into affordable and portable books. Whether yoüre planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, Basic Illustrated books tell you what you need to know.Learn how to:·Forage for and identify wild mushrooms·Treat a variety of ailments and illnesses, from colds to heart disease and more·Distinguish between edible and nonedible parts of mushrooms·Make delicious dinners, snacks, and other healthy recipes

Basic Illustrated Kayaking is a guide to recreational, flatwater kayaking aimed at both beginners and casual paddlers.

Before you hook yet another clump of weeds, take heart with Basic Illustrated Freshwater Fishing, a quick-reading, picture-driven guide to fishing for all ages. This reference guides you to becoming a capable and knowledgeable angler, beginning with the basics. It presents all the essentials of fishing, using various kinds of tackle, for a variety of freshwater species. Step-by-step full-color photo sequences and information-packed, clearly worded instructions are the hallmarks of this definitive resource.This book features need-to-know skills, including:* How to cast* Choosing bait* Lures, lines, and tackle* Identifying fish and learning their feeding habits* Choosing a boat* Cleaning and cooking fish* Essential knots

An information-packed tool for the novice or handy reference for the veteran. Distills years of knowledge into an affordable and portable book. With this guide, you'll discover how to identify medicinal plants in the contiguous United States.

An information-packed tool for the novice or handy reference for the veteran. Distills years of knowledge into an affordable and portable book. With this updated guide, you'll discover how to identify and avoid poisonous, harmful, and psychoactive plants in the contiguous United States.

A surefire hit with young backyard diggers and bug-watchers, Basic Illustrated Guide to Frogs, Snakes, Bugs, and Slugs combines detailed illustrations of bugs, slugs, snakes, toads, and other creepy crawlies with clear and kid-friendly information to help the young bug-lover identify what's crawling up the tree, buzzing in his ear, or hiding under a log.

Richly photographed and information-packed tools for the novice or handy reference for the veteran, Basic Illustrated books distill years of knowledge into affordable and visual guides. Whether you're planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, the Basic Illustrated series shows you what you need to know.BASIC ILLUSTRATED Winter Hiking and CampingDiscover how to:Prepare for your tripChoose proper equipmentSelect safe and warm clothingMake snow shelters and set up tents on snowCook delicious winter cuisineStay safe in the snowy backcountryMake a winter camping repair kit

A guide to practical field use of the Global Positioning System, including information on using GPS with the latest mapping software.

A compact and authoritative book on paddling technique for the recreational canoeist. Discover how to choose a paddle, outfit a canoe, and more.

Teaches the basics of equipment and gear, safety, technique, care and maintenance, target shooting, competition, and background history of archery.

Richly illustrated and information-packed tools for the novice or handy reference for the veteran, BASIC ILLUSTRATED books distill years of knowledge into affordable and visual guides. Whether you're planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, the BASIC ILLUSTRATED series shows you what you need to know. Discover how to: ¿ Choose a tandem or solo canoe that¿s right for yoü Select canoe accessories, including paddles, PFDs, and portage yokes ¿ Customize your canoe for greater comfort and safety¿ Lift, portage, and transport your canoe with ease¿ Master basic paddling strokes¿ Rescue yourself or a friend after capsizing ¿ Choose a safe course through whitewater and currents

Richly illustrated and information-packed tools for the novice or handy reference for the veteran, BASIC ILLUSTRATED books distill years of knowledge into affordable and visual guides. Whether yoüre planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, the BASIC ILLUSTRATED series shows you what you need to know. Discover how to: ¿ Choose the best terrain¿ Select appropriate gear¿ Properly pack your equipment¿ Walk with a heavy pack¿ Find your way in the wilderness¿ Plan easy and tasty meals

An information-packed tool for the novice or handy reference for the veteran. Distills years of knowledge in an affordable and portable book.

An information-packed tool for the novice or handy reference for the veteran. Distills years of knowledge into an affordable and portable book.

Step-by-step instructions and diagrams for tying the ten most useful knots and hitches.

This exciting and demanding sport is much different than its flat-water sibling, with different equipment and techniques, all of which are covered in Basic Illustrated Sea Kayaking. Full-color images cover the many sea kayak models and accessories, as well as important information on tides and currents, packing and loading tips for comfort and safety, and a glossary chock-full of helpful terminology. You''ll discover how to perfect your paddle stroke, perform self rescues and assisted rescues, paddle and navigate safely, pack your sea kayak for an expedition, and get your kayak on and off your vehicle.