Author: Chris Santella
Hardcover: 224 pages Bargain Price
Company: Stewart, Tabori & Chang (2010-10-01)
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A how-to adventure for both armchair and real-life hikers. Foreword by Steve Dudley, Executive Director of the Continental Divide Trail Alliance.

An avid outsoorswoman, West Point graduate and former Captain in the U.S. Army, Jennifer Hanson — with her husband Greg Allen — set off to thru-hike the 2,400-mile Continental Divide Trail. Together they traversed:

* Arid ranchlands of New Mexico
* Snow-capped mountains of Colorado
* Red Desert of Wyoming
* Glacier National Park of Montana

During their hike, Jennifer learned that she had lost her father to cancer, and, within three weeks, her husband was forced to leave the trail due to an injured nerve in his foot. Jennifer finished the last nine hundred miles of the trail — alone.
Hiking the Continental Divide Trail: One Woman’s Journey is the story of their incredible summer and is filled with courage, humor, stunning scenery, local personalities and the simple joys of backpacking. In addition, it is an invaluable resource for those planning their own section- or thru-hike of the CDT. Appendixes include:

* Thru-hike Preparation and Timeline
* Equipment and Clothing List
* Food List
* Itinerary and Supply Points
* Map List and Sources
* Complete Index

“Jennifer’s story is a good read and a rewarding introduction for anyone considering a venture on the CDT.”
— Jim Wolf, Founder and Director of the Continental Divide Trail Society

“Written from the heart. An important read before taking on the CDT.”
— Rick Russman, Sierra Club National Outings Trip Leader, former NH State Senator

Author: Jennifer Hanson
Kindle Edition: Kindle eBook
Company: Rainbow Books, Inc. (2011-05-26) (2011-05-26)
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When it comes to hiking, Michael W. Robbins is all about the experience. You can see and hear a lot in just one mile of hiking in a mature deciduous forest, he says, or just one mile of rocky switchbacks up the face of serious mountain. The way Robbins sees it, someone who is trying to maximize mileage during a day hike is missing the point.

Drawing from his personal experience hiking major trails throughout North America, Robbins offers an overview of the hiking experience in various terrains, from forests to fields, waterside to mountains. He discusses common mistakes and how to avoid them, giving recommendations on trip planning, pacing, appropriate gear, and the basics of navigating, such as how to use a compass. There's even a chapter on extending the day hike to become an overnight backpacking trip.

Interwoven with Robbins's expert advice on how to plan and equip yourself for a hike are first-person accounts of his own experiences on trails in Glacier National Park; near Harper's Ferry, West Virginia; and in the Hudson River Valley. His encounters with wildlife, his discovery of forgotten historical or unexplored archaeological sites, his exultation at coming upon a truly magnificent vista - all are a real inspiration to both beginning and experienced hikers. THE HIKING COMPANION is the perfect combination of hardcore, down-to-earth, expert advice, with exciting stories of the once-in-a-lifetime experiences that await you in the wild.

Author: Michael W. Robbins
Paperback: 136 pages
Company: Storey Publishing, LLC (2003-05-05)
ISBN: 1580174299
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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Get Started with Day-Hiking
Getting started with shorter hikes that allow you to sleep in your own bed at night.

Chapter 2: Hiking for All Ages and Types
Finding a satisfying trail whether you hike by yourself, with a partner, or in a group.

Chapter 3: Camping Overnight
The complete guide to a comfortable night's sleep at parks, campgrounds, and backcountry tent-sites.

Chapter 4: Backpacking Basics
Getting deeper into the woods, mountains, or wherever you want to explore by carrying everything you need on your back.

Chapter 5: Training Your Body for the Trail
Everyday fitness routines to get you in shape for any level of hiking.

Chapter 6: Never Get Lost (Again)
Easy-to-follow map, compass, and GPS tutorials to keep you on the right trail.

Chapter 7: Essentials for Every Trip
The lifesaving gear you should never leave home without.

Chapter 8: Welcome to Gear World
Expert advice on how to buy high-quality and long-lasting equipment.

Chapter 9: Footwear Fundamentals
Finding hiking boots or trail shoes guaranteed to keep your feet happy and blister-free.

Chapter 10: Outdoor Clothing 101
Smart layering advice for weather that's either fair or foul.

Chapter 11: Hauling Your Gear: Daypacks and Weekend Packs
The surefire guide to finding and loading the ideal backpack.

Chapter 12: Shelter from the Storm
Building the perfect sleep system by combining tents, sleeping bags, and ground pads.

Chapter 13: The Outdoor Kitchen
Cooking advice and recipes to fuel every hike and hiker.

Chapter 14: Liquid Refreshment
Where to find water and how to make it safe to drink.

Chapter 15: Hygiene on the Trail
Sensible strategies to keep clean on the trail.

Chapter 16 How to Survive
The no-panic plan on how to respond when trouble arises.

Chapter 17: First Aid
The on-trail prescription to fix blisters, bumps, and bruises.

Chapter 18: The Wild Things
Keeping encounters with poisonous plants and wildlife at a safe but exciting distance.

Chapter 19: High-Country Hazards
Hiking and camping tips for more challenging trails and terrain.

Chapter 20: Expanding Your Skills
Where to seek your next great adventure.
 
Appendixes
A Glossary
B Resources
C Equipment Checklists

Author: Jason Stevenson
Paperback: 368 pages ISBN13: 9781592579600, Condition: New, Notes: BRAND NEW FROM PUBLISHER! 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Tracking provided on most orders. Buy with Confidence! Millions of books sold!
Company: Alpha (2010-04-06) (2010-04-06)
ISBN: 1592579604
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Walk your way to hiking excellence with this essential pocket-sized guide. One hundred and one nuggets of practical information take you step-by-step towards successfully trekking your way around the countryside and mountain regions.

Author: DK Publishing
Paperback: 72 pages
Company: DK ADULT (2004-08-23)
ISBN: 0756606144
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Inspiration and information to help you plan (and dream about) your next big trek.

This book will help you realize your dreams of hiking among the world's highest peaks and most scenic canyons, discovering wilderness far from the clamor of civilization, encountering rare birds and animals, glorying in sunsets over glacier-clad ranges, and feeling the joy and achievement of hiking some of the world's most spectacular trails.

Peter Potterfield has selected the great hikes of the world from personal experience, having hiked and photographed hundreds of trails to arrive at this selection. The adventures described range from weekend overnights to four-day hut trips to epic journeys that take a few weeks out and back. None requires technical mountaineering skill. Features include details on trail conditions, levels of difficulty, best seasons, approach strategies, hazards, and maps. Hikes include: John Muir Trail, California; Wonder Lake to McGonagall Pass, Alaska; Tour de la Vanoise, French Alps; Kungsleden, Swedish Lapland; K2 Base Camp; Grand Canyon rim to rim; Mount Kilimanjaro; Cerro Fitz Roy, Argentina; and Shackleton's Crossing, South Georgia. 115 photographs

Author: Peter Potterfield
Hardcover: 224 pages
Company: W. W. Norton & Company (2005-03-17)
ISBN: 0393057968
List Price: $39.95
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Every inquisitive little girl wonders what it is really like to be a genuine princess. At the heart of Do Princesses Wear Hiking Boots? lives an energetic, spirited, and contemporary child who has lots of important questions for her mom. Do princesses ride tricycles, climb trees, do chores, or have to eat the crusts of their bread? The mother's voice is timelessly reassuring as she answers her daughter's questions and advises her that being like a princess has to do with what we are on the inside. An illustrated picture frame surrounds a mirror at the end of the book which answers the little girl's most important question. This heart-warming book offers a gentle lesson about self-acceptance, and will inspire children to follow their dreams and leave their own mark on the world.

Author: Carmela LaVigna Coyle, Mike Gordon, Carl Gordon
Hardcover: 32 pages
Company: Cooper Square Publishing Llc (2003-02-01)
ISBN: 0873588282
List Price: $15.95
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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 alike will find this book indispensable for trip planning strategies and also as a quick reference on the trail for:

BACKCOUNTRY SKILLS—how to forecast the weather, identify trees, bear-proof your campsite, wrap an injured ankle, and more--illustrated with more than 100 line drawings.

TRICKS OF THE TRAIL—time-tested practical lessons learned along the way

GOING ULTRALIGHT—downsizing suggestions for those who want to lighten up

Every traveler knows that space in a backpack is limited, so on your next trip, carry the only guide you'll ever need—this one—and take to the great outdoors with confidence.

Author: Rick Curtis
Paperback: 448 pages Portable and packed with information, this manual is the ideal resource for anyone interested in, 100 line drawings., Author: Rick Curtis., Satisfaction Ensured., Great Gift Idea.
Company: Three Rivers Press (2005-05-24) (2005-05-24)
ISBN: 1400053099
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[This is a work of fiction depicting homosexual acts between two consenting adults.]

Bradley and his older cousin Max go on an impromptu camping trip, but the adventure takes an unexpected--and erotic--turn when they meet some strangers on the trail.

Continued from "My Cousin's Laundry"
Continued in "Tent-Mates"

Author: Bradley Watts
Kindle Edition: 5 pages Kindle eBook
Company: (2011-05-22) (2011-05-22)
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Blending sage advice with personal experiences and anecdotes, this unconventional book is an unusually thoughtful account of long-distance trekking on the Appalachian Trail. Mueser draws upon interviews and questionnaire data gathered from over 100 long distance hikers hoofing it through the Applachian Mountains.

Author: Roland Mueser
Paperback: 192 pages See Description, See Description, See Description, See Description
Company: International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press (1997-11-01)
ISBN: 0070444587
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HP5 is a perfect companion for your weekend hiking trips. It has a comfortable cork handle with nylon strap and a small EVA grip for use when the stick is folded. The telescopic stick is made of 3 strong aluminum alloy sections and can be adjusted to a desired height between 55" and 27 1/2". It also has spring-loaded anti-shock mechanism inside which can be turned on/off with a twist between the two sections. Functional graphic on the stick includes a US/Metric Ruler. At the bottom end of the stick, there is a carbide tip hidden inside the rubber end cap. It is very helpful when walking on rocky hard surface. A snow disc is included for use on loose top soil or muddy road. Other convenient accessories include a liquid filled mini compass and a thermometer. Both could be worn on watch band if preferred. Each package comes with 2 HP-5 hiking poles.

Electronics: 3-section Light-weight Aluminum Pole Extendible from 27 to 55 Inches, Including 2 poles, Wrist-strap with Thermometer & Compass, Cork Handle & Anti-shcok, Wearproof carbide tip with snow disk included
Company: Hikker
List Price: $49.99
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HP5 is a perfect companion for your weekend hiking trips. It has a comfortable cork handle with nylon strap and a small EVA grip for use when the stick is folded. The telescopic stick is made of 3 strong aluminum alloy sections and can be adjusted to a desired height between 55" and 27 1/2". It also has spring-loaded antishock mechanism inside which can be turned on/off with a twist between the two sections. Functional graphic on the stick includes a US/Metric Ruler. At the bottom end of the stick, there is a carbide tip hiden inside the rubber endcap. It is very helpful when walking on rocky hard surface. A snow disc is included for use on loose top soil or muddy road. Other convenient accessories include a liquid filled mini compass and a thermometer. Both could be worn on watch band if prefered.

Electronics: Light weight with ergonomic design, 3-section telescopic pole can be extended from 29" to 60", With compass and thermometer, Wear-proof carbide tip with snow disk included, Cork handle
Company: Kaito
List Price: $49.95
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Get true hiker stability and function at a ROCK-BOTTOM PRICE! You don't have to go broke buying quality hikers! Hi-Tec Altitude IV Hikers pack 31 years of footwear knowledge into a functional boot you'd pay over $100.00 for from nearly any other shoe maker. Look at all you get: Waterproof nubuck leather upper with sealed seams; Lightweight compression molded EVA midsole; Durable, high-traction carbon rubber outsole; Board lasted with steel shank for added rigidity; Dri-Lex moisture wicking lining; Comfort-Tec removable insole; Soft padded leather collar and fully-gussetted leather tongue; Rustproof brass hardware: 4-loop / 2-speed-hook lacing; Each approx. 6" h., 20 ozs. Big features, small price. State Color, Width: medium or extra-wide; and Size. Order Today! Men's Hi-Tec Altitude IV Nubuck Leather Hikers

Apparel: Waterproof upper, Soft, padded collar, Rust-proof brass hardware, Comfort Tec removeable sockliner, Lightweight, injection-molded EVA midsole
Company: Hi-Tec
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25 survival items in a genuine air-tight, waterproof,crushproof sardine can. Go fish with a fishhook and line,find your way home with the compass, boil water in the canfor your tea with sugar, use the first aid supplies to survivethe wilderness. Even includes duct tape, matches, whistle,signal mirror, razor blade, fire starter cube, chewing gum,salt, and a safety pin. Put one in your car, motorcycle,fishing vest, backpack, bike, etc.Great gift item, and the price is right!

Misc.: Emergency medical supplies, nourishment, navigational aids & more, Cook in it. Boil water in it, Compact (pocket sized), lightweight, and it floats, For hikers, campers, climbers, boaters, skiers, sledders, fishermen, off-roaders, travelers, cyclists & you\, Put one in your car, motorcycle, fishing vest, backpack, bike etc
Company: Whistle Creek
List Price: $16.00
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Stay sure footed with Swiss Gear's Adjustable Hiking Pole made of durable aluminum alloy. The adjustable telescopic sections provide height adjustments for everyone and feature an anti-shock design to reduce vibration. The durable carbide tip provides increased traction in rough terrain and has a removable cover and basket for different conditions. The comfortable handle features an adjustable wrist strap that keeps you and your pole together.

Sports: Made of durable aluminum alloy; extends from 26 inches to 54 inches from top of handle to tip of pole, Adjustable telescopic sections with anti-shock design to reduce vibration, Protective cap, basket, and rubber tip included, Comfortable hand grip with adjustable wrist strap, Durable carbide tip for increased traction
Company: Swiss Gear (2009-11-15)
List Price: $13.79
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The Wilderness55/Scout3400 is perfectly sized for youth and the light backpacker. Complete with adjustable height shoulder straps, a rainfly compartment and rainfly, the Wilderness55/Scout3400 also features a padded water bladder pocket. Two side zippered pockets, side and front mesh pockets, and a top zippered pocket provide plenty of room for smaller accessories. A top-loading main compartment and a sleeping bag compartment complete the pack. Includes bright yellow attached rain fly and is hydration system ready.

Sports: Youth and light backpacker frame pack features adjustable height shoulder straps, stowable integrated rainfly, and padded water bladder pocket, Two side zippered pockets, side and front mesh pockets, and top zippered pocket provide plenty of room for smaller accessories, Top-loading main compartment and sleeping bag compartment, Dual aluminum stays adjust to contours of your back; padded shoulder straps, lumbar area, and waist belt ensure optimum comfort, Measures 17-by-33-by-12 inches (W x H x D); 3,400-cubic-inch (55-liter) cargo capacity; 4.5-pound weight
Company: Teton Sports
List Price: $99.99
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The Foretrex 401 is a slim wrist-mounted GPS navigator perfect for outdoor activities that require the use of both hands. Foretrex 401 combines a high-sensitivity waterproof GPS receiver, electronic compass and barometric altimeter into a lightweight device ideal for hikers, skiers and campers. To share data easily, you can connect Foretrex to your computer with USB or just send data wirelessly to another device.

Retrace Your Steps

No matter where your adventure takes you, you'll never worry about getting lost with the Foretrex 401. Foretrex keeps track of your path and displays it as a dotted trail on the screen. Just turn on Foretrex's TracBack® feature, and you can retrace your path back to where you started. Keep track of your bearing and altitude with Foretrex 401's electronic compass and barometric altimeter. You can save locations in memory as waypoints, so you always can find your way back to any important place, like your campsite or vehicle. And with up to 17 hours of battery life and replaceable AAA batteries, you'll never worry about making it back.

Track Your Data

Foretrex 401 lets you create and store routes to all of your favorite places and provides other helpful information, including a trip computer, sunrise/sunset times and hunting and fishing information. For even more data, connect Foretrex 401 to a wireless accessory, such as a heart rate monitor, cadence sensor, or clip it on your bike with the accessory bike mount. To keep track of your trip, connect your Foretrex to your PC or Mac® with USB to store your waypoints, routes and tracks on your computer. You also can share waypoints, routes and tracks wirelessly with another Foretrex 401.

Get Connected

You've been busy exploring and now you want to store and analyze your activities. With a simple connection to your computer and the Internet, you can get a detailed analysis of your activities and send tracks to your outdoor device using Garmin Connect™. This one-stop site offers an activity table and allows you to view your activities on a map using Google™ Earth. Explore other routes uploaded from more than 12 million customers and share your experiences on Twitter® and Facebook®. Getting started is easy, so get out there, explore, and share.

What's in the Box: Foretrex 401 Wrist expansion strap USB cable Manuals

Electronics: Features high-sensitivity GPS receiver with HotFix for improved performance and reception in heavy tree cover or deep canyons, Keeps track of routes, tracks and waypoints, TracBack feature retraces user's path on the easy-to-read LCD display, Supports dual position readout so user can view current location in multiple formats, Features trip computer, sunrise/sunset times, hunting/fishing information, electronic compass and barometric altimeter
Company: Garmin
List Price: $424.99
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The product of collaboration between Gerber and survival expert Bear Grylls, the Ultimate Kit is a 15-piece survival kit built for hostile environments. It fits in your pack and has everything you need--including Gerber's miniature multi-tool, a fire starter, a survival blanket, and a wire cutter--to survive even in the toughest spots.

Survival Series Ultimate Kit At a Glance:15-piece survival kit built for hostile environments Includes Gerber miniature multi-tool for a range of applications Survival blanket, fire starter, snare wire, fishing and sewing kits, and more Land to air rescue and SOS instructions Comes with Bear Grylls' Priorities of Survival pocket guide

The Ultimate Survival Kit has essential items for surviving outdoors. View larger.

Kit includes instructions for land, air, and SOS rescue techniques. View larger.

Bear Grylls and Gerber Team Up
The Ultimate Kit is part of the Gerber Bear Grylls Survival Series of gear. This collaboration brings together Gerber's 70+ years of knife and gear expertise with Bear Grylls' extensive outdoor survival and adventure experience to create a one-of-a-kind line of knives, tools, and gear.

From spending time in the British SAS, to scaling Mount Everest, Bear knows what it takes to be a survivor in extreme situations and multiple environments. Now he brings that knowledge to the creation of a range of items that help you make the most of your outdoor adventures.

Heavy-Duty Survival Kit for the Toughest Spots
Ideal for hard-core outdoor adventurers, the Ultimate Kit has everything you need to stay safe and alive until you can be rescued or rescue yourself.

The 15-piece kit includes the Gerber miniature multi-tool, which offers stainless steel, weather-resistant components including needle nose pliers, wire cutters, fine edge and serrated knives, a Phillips screwdriver, small and medium flat drivers, a lanyard ring, a bottle opener, and tweezers. This tool's rugged construction and external components make it a reliable multi-tasker, even in the harshest environments.

Bear Grylls' Pocket Survival Guide

Rugged, Ready-to-Go Tools and Accessories
In addition to the multi-tool, the Ultimate Kit comes with a lightweight ripstop nylon bag with a waterproof zipper for weather-resistant storage and an array of tools and accessories, including a miniature light, a hand saw, a signaling mirror, a survival blanket, a fire starter, waterproof matches, cotton ball fire tinder, a snare wire, an emergency cord, waxed thread, a fishing kit, and a sewing kit.

Includes Survival Guide and SOS Instructions
For added peace of mind and a higher level of preparedness, this kit comes with land to air rescue and SOS instructions. It also includes Bear Grylls' informative Priorities of Survival pocket guide, loaded with survival basics.

What's in the Box
Nylon pouch, multi-tool, miniature light, hand saw, signaling mirror, survival blanket, fire starter, waterproof matches, cotton ball fire tinder, snare wire, emergency cord, waxed thread, fishing kit, sewing kit, pocket survival guide, and rescue instructions.

From the highest peaks of the Himalayas, to the rainforests of South America, if world renowned outdoorsman Bear Grylls is on an adventure you can be sure he's equipped with the most durable outdoor gear Gerber has to offer.

Tools & Home Improvement: 15-piece survival kit built for hostile environment, Includes Gerber miniature multi-tool for a range of applications, Survival blanket, fire starter, snare wire, fishing and sewing kits, and more, Land to air rescue and SOS instructions, Comes with Bear Grylls' Priorities of Survival pocket guide
Company: Gerber
List Price: $67.50
Amazon Price: $33.99
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Made of strong lightweight aluminum, the newly released Kaito hiking pole BT409 is specially spring loaded to absorb shock and reduce stress to joints, muscles, and ligaments, whether you're strolling through the park or traversing more rugged trails. An easy-lock telescoping design offers an ergonomic EVA foam grip with hard plastic handle, which features a 90-degree rotatable 9-LED super-bright flashlight. A wearproof carbide tip is mounted at the end; Adjustable from 22 1/2''H up to an impressive four feet, the stick adapts to hikers of different heights. A pair of watch-band mini-compass and thermometer is mounted on the wrist strap. Also included are rubber tip for paved surfaces, snow disc and attachable nylon wrist strap. 10.80oz.

Electronics: 22 1/2" - 48" extendible, fits in a carry-on luggage., 3-section extendible, Thermometer & compass included, Light weight with ergonomic design, 90-degree rotatable 9-LED flashlight
Company: Kaito
List Price: $34.99
Amazon Price: $14.99
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