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This guide profiles a wide variety of rivers from all over Alaska, concentrating on trips for intermediate boaters.

This amply illustrated introduction to flatwater and river paddling will be an important resource for both instructors and those who like to teach themselves.

Read over 75 of the most compelling true stories of canoeing, kayaking, and rafting rescues ever submitted to the American Whitewater Accident Database. Risk is a part of everyday life, but it takes a special person to grab a paddle and choose to navigate a canoe, kayak, or raft over whitewater. After all, when you mix people and moving water, accidents are bound to occur. Sometimes, inexperienced paddlers make terrible mistakes; other times, expert paddlers get caught in dangerous conditions. Regardless of the circumstances, these life-or-death moments can end in tragedy-or can become the setting for heroic rescues. Charlie Walbridge has been a river guide, a paddling-related business owner, and a member of the American Whitewater Board. That's where he began some of his most important work: maintaining their accident database and producing bi-annual reports of US whitewater fatalities. Over the years, the lessons learned and the practices developed from this information have saved countless lives. In Whitewater Rescues Charlie shares more than 75 of the most thrilling true stories of survival, bravery, and quick thinking ever submitted to the American Whitewater Accident Database. The narratives are uplifting and inspiring, and they spotlight the courage and ingenuity of whitewater paddlers. Read rescue stories about:Near drowningsPins and entrapmentsInjuries and resuscitationsEvacuationsBonus: strategies for avoiding and managing riskCharlie's goal is to help paddlers stay safe by sharing what has worked for others. There is much to admire and learn from each of these stories. Perhaps they will also be useful to you.

Discover 35 five-star hiking trails near Asheville, North Carolina, including popular routes and hidden gems.Peaceful waterfalls, dramatic mountain vistas, bountiful nature preserves, and, of course, the Blue Ridge Parkway and Great Smoky Mountains National Park—there’s no better place to hit the trails than the Asheville area. This diverse geographical region offers a variety of easy, moderate, and strenuous hikes. Travel through history at Mount Pisgah via Buck Spring Lodge. Take in the scenery at Big Firescald Knob. Bring the kids to Bearwallow Mountain.Explore 35 of the region’s best, five-star trails with this easy-to-carry and easy-to-use guidebook. In the updated edition, acclaimed author and record-setting hiker/backpacker Jennifer Pharr Davis presents everything you need to know about spectacular outings that lead to mountain panoramas, majestic waterfalls, remote wilderness, amazing wildlife, and more.Inside you’ll find:Descriptions of 35 five-star hiking trails for all levels and interestsGPS-based trail maps, elevation profiles, and detailed directions to trailheadsInsight into the history, flora, and fauna of the routesRatings for scenery, difficulty, trail condition, solitude, and accessibility for childrenSave time and make the most of your hiking adventures. From easy strolls in the deep woods to thrilling treks atop mountains, experience the best of Asheville’s breathtaking scenery and varied terrain. Lace up, grab your pack, and hit the trail!

"Paddling Long Island & New York City is the most comprehensive guide to the area's top paddling locations, including rivers, harbors, lakes, and portions of the New York City Water Trail. Written by expert local paddler Kevin Stiegelmaier, the guidebook provides engaging and concise information about Long Island's geology, weather, history, and wildlife, while also offering carefully selected details vital to a successful paddling trip. You'll appreciate Kevin's helpful hints on trip planning, including notes on tides, equipment, training, and camping. Plus, the book's safety information and navigational "rules of the road" are essential to know"--

Successful format: William Nealy products have total sales of nearly 100,000 unitsWilliam Nealy is an iconic figure in the world of extreme sports, best known for his cartoons and as a cult hero who mapped several rivers of the SoutheastHumorous book collects 20 years of Nealy’s classic cartoons—a unique blend of satire and artTopics include skiing, mountain biking, kayaking, climbing, inline skating, fishing, hunting, and morePart of the new William Nealy Collection, a line of products featuring cartoons that haven’t been seen in yearsNealy’s art was almost lost forever, but Menasha Ridge Press is proud to help bring his irreverent illustrations back into print

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Rocky Mountain National Park is the living showcase of the grandeur of the Rockies, with elevations ranging from 8,000 feet in the valleys to 14,259 feet at the top of Longs Peak. The park draws 3 million visitors per year with countless outdoor experiences and adventures. Choosing the best day and overnight hikes from the 359 miles of hiking trails and 200 back-country sites is a major mission. Get on the trail faster with the confidence that you’ve made the right choice by referencing Day & Overnight Hikes: Rocky Mountain National Park.Whether you’re out to see the elk rut in autumn, the summer blooms on the hillside, the thundering falls in spring, or the white-blanketed calm of the forest in winter, author Kim Lipker has your mission accomplished. Both the west (Grand Lake) side and the east (Estes Park) side of the park are featured. This guide includes original GPS-based trail maps, detailed trail descriptions, overnight camping recommendations, trail guides suitable for different experience levels, and more.

Featuring 20 top outdoor locations, Explore Austin Outdoors is your guide to hiking, biking, paddling, and more in Austin, Texas.

Featuring 20 top outdoor locations, Explore Asheville Outdoors is your guide to hiking, biking, paddling, and more in Asheville, North Carolina.

Featuring 20 top outdoor locations, Explore Tucson Outdoors is your guide to hiking, biking, and more in Tucson, Arizona.

Get outdoors with this guide to 60 of the best hikes within an hour or so from Houston, leading you to scenic overlooks, wildlife hot spots, and historical settings.

Get outdoors with this guide to 60 of the best hikes within an hour or so from Portland, leading you to scenic overlooks, mountain retreats, and magical forests.

This collection of 40 five-star hiking trails in and around Johnson City, Kingsport, and Bristol includes popular routes and hidden treasures.

Offering essential details and easy-to-read maps, Best Tent Camping: Colorado presents 50 of the state's best campgrounds for car campers.

This definitive guide for cyclists details all 575 miles of Skyline Drive and the Blue Ridge Parkway, through North Carolina and Virginia.

This guide to 60 of the best hikes in the Denver-Boulder area leads you to scenic overlooks, wildlife hot spots, and historical settings.

This all-in-one guide mixes entertaining anecdotes with essential information to teach readers how to begin and become successful at fly fishing.

This guide to 60 of the best hikes in the Baltimore area leads you to scenic overlooks, wildlife hot spots, and historical settings.

This collection of 30 five-star hiking trails in the Spokane area includes popular routes and hidden treasures.

This guide to 60 of the best hikes in the Richmond area leads you to scenic overlooks, wildlife hot spots, and historical settings.

Offering essential details and easy-to-read maps, Best Tent Camping: Illinois presents 50 of the state's best campgrounds for car campers.

Get outdoors with this guide to 60 of the best hikes within an hour or so from Boston, leading you to scenic overlooks, wildlife hot spots, and historical settings.