Great outdoors (Mason Crest Publishers)
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1) Camping
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This book provides expert advice on how you can have a camping adventure with your family. Plan your trip, pack your bags, and wake up with the sun! Anybody can go camping-why not you?
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You can just look out your window to discover nature . . . but why not go further? Inside, find out lots of ways you can take a closer look at the natural world around you. Find out how to be a nature detective and find signs of animals. Learn how to take amazing images of the landscape. Plus check out great gear that will help you in your nature quest. Put down the screen! Turn off the TV! Unplug . . . and experience the joy of THE GREAT OUTDOORS!...
3) Fishing
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Inside, learn about the different types of fishing you can do, the gear you need to succeed, and tips on how to "land the big one!"
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Take a hike! To hikers, thats a call to action! Hiking is one of the most popular outdoor activities around. In this book, a national hiking expert takes you out on the trail and gives you tips on how to make your trips fun, unique, and safe. Learn about what gear to bring while backpacking, plus some fun ideas for food on the trail. Also, read about some of the best places to go hiking! Lace on your boots and hit the trail! Put down the screen! Turn...
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Horse lovers already know the thrill of mounting up and seeing the sights from the back of a horse. This book helps you learn more about this sport so that you can give it a try, too! Riding a horse is a great way to explore new trails and vistas, plus its fun to create a relationship with such a huge animal! Inside, learn how to find the right horse for you, how to choose the best gear (called "tack") you need, and about all the ways you can ride!...
6) Hunting
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For thousands of years, hunters have brought home food to help their families survive. Even today, hunting remains a popular activity for friends and families to share. Inside, learn lots of information about how to hunt safely, plus ideas on what sort of game to pursue, how to "read" animal signs, and where you can try out this activity. Hunting doesnt end with the hunt, however; after that, its time for dinner! Put down the screen! Turn off the...
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Whether youre pounding down a forest trail or cruising through a flowery meadow, mountain biking is an awesome way to see nature . . . and exercise! Inside, find out more about this fun sport, including what sort of bikes to ride, great places to hit the trails, and riding techniques from the experts. Strap on your helmet and aim your bike into the wild! Put down the screen! Turn off the TV! Unplug . . . and experience the joy of THE GREAT OUTDOORS!...
8) Snow Sports
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In many places, winter means snow and snow means . . . fun! From snowboarding to ice skating and more, snow sports are a great way to keep the fun going all year long. Just because its cold, doesnt mean you cant be out having a good time! Inside, read about some of the most popular winter sports you can try, plus learn the gear you need to succeed, plus tips on how to do the sports safely. Its a winter wonderland . . . of sports! Put down the screen!...
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Our ancestors survived in the wild for centuries. Knowing the secrets that kept them alive can make your nature experience more fun and safer. Find out how to locate water, how to find food, and how to create several types of shelters. There is a list of key gear to bring, plus ideas on how signal for help. Nature can be a wonderful and exciting place, but danger lurks. This book helps you get ready to survive! Put down the screen! Turn off the TV!...
10) Water Sports
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Whether you like to surf, sail, waterski, or just swim, water is a great way to experience the outdoors. Inside, read about the many awesome sports you can do on lakes, ponds, rivers, oceans, and more. Cut across the waves on a windsurfer or cruise through a lake in a kayak. Try your hand at wakeboarding or bounce along the rapids in an inner tube. Tips, gear, ideas, and more are all inside . . . bring your own towel! Put down the screen! Turn off...