Hiking Camping

Alvin Ho is back and his worst fear has come true: he has to go camping. What will he do exposed in the wilderness with bears and darkness and...pit toilets? Luckily, he's got his night-vision goggles and water purifying tablets and super-duper heavy-duty flashlight to keep him safe. And he's got his dad, too.

A journey of a thousand miles starts with a single book. How to Survive Your First Trip in the Wild bundles up everything you need to prep for your first-ever backpacking adventure - so you can explore the back country with confidence. Start strong with an essential equipment guide geared toward beginners. Discover how to choose a campsite and follow along with camp setup and breakdown directions. Water treatment info, outdoor cooking basics, snacking suggestions, and a sample three-day backpacking food plan supply you with vital knowledge to survive in the wilderness.

The forest holds many mysteries, both terrifying and unexplained. Mysteries in the Forest is an anthology series by bestselling author Erik Lake, known for his works like Things in the Woods and Beyond the Path. This series delves into true personal encounters experienced by individuals in woods and forests, exploring a range of mysterious and often terrifying entities. Each episode focuses on a different creature or phenomenon, ranging from widely known cryptids like Bigfoot and the Dogman, to more obscure and chilling entities like skinwalkers and demons. Through gripping narratives and ...

This is a quick-to-read, small book of reports gathered by my late father. He had originally started as an amateur Bigfoot researcher but became increasingly interested in the mystery of the Dogman phenomenon and began looking into both when he could. This book was made from a few reports and some commentary and analysis of what was reported. The reports are what people said they saw. In this book, the reports are relayed as they were reported and accompanied by the comments and notes my father wrote down pertaining to each report he was given. Was it a Bigfoot? Was it a Dogman? Was it ...

Smart Travel Guide to 18 National Parks in the Midwest & Eastern U.S. Camping & Hiking Guide (Also Mt. Rushmore National Memorial & Three 14-Day Park Hopper Travel Plans) I have always been what you may call a “National Park junkie.” I love the uniqueness, the natural wilderness and the breathtaking beauty of each of our national parks. In the last 26 years, I have visited all 59 of our national parks at least once, but I must admit that I visited 35 of them more times than I want to admit. The parks that I discussed in this series, I visited a dozen times or more. Some of them I know ...

This true-life wilderness survival epic recounts 17-year-old Alex Messenger's near-lethal encounter with a grizzly bear during a canoe trip in the Canadian tundra. The story follows Alex and his five companions as they paddle north through harrowing rapids and stunning terrain. Twenty-nine days into the trip, while out hiking alone, Alex is attacked by a barren-ground grizzly. Left for dead, he wakes to find that his summer adventure has become a struggle to stay alive.

Seven year old Cody and five year old Chloe are stranded when the canoe piloted by their meth addicted father capsizes. He drowns and they are left on their own in the Red River Gorge. No one knows where they are and they can only rely on themselves. Their situation worsens when the heavy rainfall floods the river and they are forced away from the riverbank and into the wilderness. The terrain of the gorge area is extremely rugged and populated by poisonous snakes, bears and other predators. Dangers abound and all they have to help them survive are the meager supplies in their small ...

This book contains a brief collection of encounters with various cryptids. The stories are not in any specific order and include possible sightings of Dogman, Bigfoot, and other mysterious creatures. Providing convenient reading for people on the go, most of the stories are short enough to each be read in one sitting.

Disillusioned by the corporate lifestyle, David finds himself unemployed and desperate for change. Bradley, his older, more adventurous, and slightly-wreckless college fraternity brother presents an enticing offer. Just a few weeks later, the two inexperienced hopefuls abandon society and plunge into a soul-searching sojourn to thru-hike the Pacific Crest trail, a 2,650-mile Mexico-to-Canada footpath - barefoot. At the trail’s mercy from day one, the two hikers face the endless pains of walking, rising tensions, and falling behind to the coming winter.

Renee Miller and Tim Beissinger, also known as @thruhikers, share their experiences exploring the outdoors—hiking, backpacking, canoeing, and camping—with millions of people. They break down every aspect of their adventures—trail routes, gear, recipes, and more—and share stories from their time out on the trail. Their first book is packed with advice, techniques, gear recommendations, and troubleshooting tips for beginner and experienced outdoorsy people alike.

Always be prepared: essential tips and tricks for keeping safe in the outdoors with Survive.

The forest holds many mysteries, both terrifying and unexplained. Mysteries in the Forest is an anthology series by bestselling author Erik Lake, known for his works like Things in the Woods and Beyond the Path. This series delves into true personal encounters experienced by individuals in woods and forests, exploring a range of mysterious and often terrifying entities. Each episode focuses on a different creature or phenomenon, ranging from widely known cryptids like Bigfoot and the Dogman, to more obscure and chilling entities like skinwalkers and demons. Through gripping narratives and ...

When Seraphina’s best friend drags her along on a backpacking trip in the Wyoming wilderness, she is not happy. The bugs freak her out, the snakes freak her out, and what is with all of the walking? But as she learns more about herself, and about her sexy guide, things heat up and she starts to really embrace the wild. Explicit Content: This story contains an explicit, steamy romance with some MMF elements, bi-curious men, and a happily ever after. This is a 15,000 word story

I was diagnosed with high blood pressure, borderline diabetes, obesity, and being overweight. I lived a busy life, and I didn't have a lot of money. Taking the time to follow a strict diet and exercise routine or paying out a lot of money for a gym membership or personal training was out of the question. That was 12 years ago. Fast forward to the present, I now am an experienced long-distance hiker. I have traveled and hiked in over 17 countries. I no longer have diabetes or high blood pressure.

Brit Pheiffer has trained to backpack the Teton Range, but she isn’t prepared when her ex-boyfriend, who still haunts her every thought, wants to join her. Before Britt can explore her feelings for Calvin, an unexpected blizzard forces her to seek shelter in a remote cabin, accepting the hospitality of its two very handsome occupants - but these men are fugitives, and they take her hostage.

There were only two things that Lori enjoyed in life. One of those two things was hiking. She had been eagerly anticipating her hike in the Red River Gorge and was looking forward to the tranquility of the trail. She was unaware that a psychopath had other plans. Lori was left for dead on the trail and awakened in the hospital with serious injuries and no memory. Who was she and what was going on? As she struggles to find the answers she can only rely on the handsome young doctor whose face was the first thing she saw when she awakened in the hospital. Can she trust him? Can he save her ...

The Sonoran Desert is one of the most unique and diverse places you'll ever visit. It plays host to more plant life than any other desert in the world, and is home to over 246 bird species and more than 120 mammals.

Have you ever wanted to visit Machu Picchu, or witness the Northern Lights? To explore remote landscapes where no boot has tread, no shutter ever snapped? You can.... Before he became Green Giant on the Appalachian Trail, Gary Sizer was a Marine, a computer nerd, and a guy with a problem. No matter how much time he spends outside, it's never enough. Whether being thrashed by drill instructors at Parris Island or drenched by a squall in a high tundra, the same calming thought always prevailed: It's good to be outside.

Whether you are faced with an extreme survival situation, or you're simply wanting to obtain animals without hunting or trapping, this book will show you how to find, process, and preserve meat without anything but a knife. You'll learn how to safely assess an animal carcass to determine whether it's safe to eat - a vital skill that could save your life. There are also special sections on roadkill and making pemmican - the most nourishing and long-lasting survival food. The instructions contained within this book are well tested, and easy to follow, as Tamarack and his family have lived for...

Fans of suspenseful action will enjoy this two book set that takes place in the Red River Gorge of eastern Kentucky. THE RED RIVER GORGE KILLER: A ROMANTIC SUSPENSE THRILLER There were only two things that Lori enjoyed in life, her friends and exploring the geology and history of wilderness areas. She had been eagerly anticipating her hike in the Red River Gorge and was looking forward to the tranquility of the trail. She was unaware that a psychopath had other plans. Lori was left for dead on the trail and awakened in the hospital with serous injuries and no memory. Who was she and what ...