outdoor recreation

"If you're like most kids who love the outdoors, you want to do more than go on a picnic or play in your neighborhood park. If you find yourself wanting to explore more of the wilderness, then you'll love this guide. You'll learn to hike like a pro with the skills needed on the trail, from reading a map to basic first-aid. This book includes tips for getting in shape for longer and harder hikes, what gear to bring and how to pack light, exciting sample hikes, and how to stay safe while in the wilderness"--From the publisher's web site.

Presents an outdoor activity for each state in the United States.

"Presents activities for children to enjoy during the summer months, including projects, puzzles, games, and recipes that can be made with common household or easily bought items"--OCLC.

A photographic introduction to rock climbing, reviewing the history of the adventure sport, explaining how it is done, and discussing routes and ratings, equipment, and safety.

"This survival guide is your ticket to getting down and dirty in nature and learning to make . . . things with your own two hands. Look inside to learn how to: use a knife without bleeding, sleep in the woods without freezing, escape a bear without getting eaten, poop in the woods without falling down, find your way home without a GPS, eat bugs without throwing up, and . . . more"--Provided by publisher.

"Introduces young sports fans to camping, introducing its history, suggested gear, and tips for making the most of a weekend in the wilderness"--Provided by publisher.

Color photographs and text explore how to survive in the wild.

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.