outdoor recreation

Playing outdoors should be an essential part of growing up: your imagination runs riot, lively activity keeps you fit, and you develop an appreciation and understanding of the natural world. The Wild Year Book gives you 70 different ways to enjoy spending time outdoors, season by season. Perhaps you'll want to make bows and arrows from saplings in the Spring, play camouflage games in the summer, jump into huge leaf piles in the autumn, or create ice mobiles in the winter. With this book you will never be short of inspiration!.

"Combining . . . scientific research with a host of . . . activities, the authors show [readers] how to access nature with [their] children. From making the most of local parks, woodlands, the beach, and[their] own back garden, 'Growing Up Wild' gives [readers] easy ways to get out there, connect with nature, and have fun together"--OCLC.

Introduces mountain biking, discussing the history, suggested gear, safety measures, and more.

Offers a range of over five hundred activities for readers eager to share nature with their children, so that their children will not suffer from nature-deficit disorder.

Provides illustrated outdoor activities for kids.

"This . . . guidebook provides basic tips and tricks for wildlife spotting and nature photography, including recognizing animal signs, essential gear, and wildlife dos and don'ts"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces the sport of hunting, discussing why we hunt, hunting gear, types of game, and safety measures.

This title introduces young sports fans to archery, introducing the sport's history, rules, equipment, and why more and more athletes love playing it. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Don't just survive, thrive in the great outdoors! This handy guidebook provides unique tips and tricks to transform any camping trip into a glamping vacay, including defense against weather extremes, hygiene hacks, and unplugged entertainment options. With bold photos and infographics, step-by-step projects, and expert instructions, OUTDOOR ADVENTURE GUIDES will have first-time campers and enthusiasts alike opting outside.

The text encourages readers to be safe by training and learning all the rules, and also motivates young athletes to challenge themselves.