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Hiking, Backpacking & Other Outdoor Activities

(arranged alphabetically)



ABOVE ALL   
Photographs by Wilson with text by Roper; foreword by Brower
Photographer and mountaineer David Stark Wilson captures the treacherous beauty of Mount Whitney, Mount Shasta,
and the loftiest peaks of the High Sierra and the surrounding panorama, evoking a broad range of emotion - from
excitement and allure to a quieter sense of peace, respect, and awe. Steve Roper, a well-known climber and historian, provides accompanying text. Together Wilson and Roper weave an unforgettable tapestry of windswept splendor, historical data, personal anecdote, climbing mythology,
and the natural history of California's highest peaks. !!!
hardcover, 144 pages    $35.00
 

ANGELS IN THE WILDERNESS
Amy Racina
This first-person account tells how author Amy Racina survived for four
days and nights, both legs badly broken, in a remote valley in California's
Sierra Nevada mountains after a sixty-foot fall during a solo hiking trip.
Battling pain, fear and exhaustion, she pulled herself along with her hands,
and refused to give up even when her chances of salvation were remote.
The book chronicles her miraculous rescue, and describes her dramatic
airlift out of the canyon, swinging helplessly from two straps, dangling
fearfully beneath a helicopter high above the ravine where she had lain. It speaks of incredible strength and heartbreaking weakness as it details
what one woman believed might be the last days of her life. It is a
celebration of a life almost snatched away, of survival against the odds.
hardcover 220 pages    $24.95



BEAR-PROOF FOOD CANISTER
(Rentals are available at Foothills Visitor Center, Mineral King and Road's
End Ranger Stations for $3.00/night plus tax).

Recommended for backpackers to keep their food away from bears.
Designed to slip into a camper's backpack; it holds approximately six
person-days of food.  8.8" diameter x 12" long and weighs 2.9 pounds.
$65.00
 


BEST EASY DAY HIKES IN SEQUOIA AND
KINGS CANYON NATIONAL PARKS
Scheidt
Includes concise descriptions and detailed maps for twenty mostly short,
easy-to-follow-trails that lead to some of the park's most scenic destinations.
With hikes varying from half-hour strolls to full-day adventures, this guidebook
is for everyone, including families.   
88 pages   $7.95
 


CAMPFIRE GHOST STORIES
Christensen
There is something irresistible about sitting in the near dark and listening
to a spooky story designed to make your nerves jump and your flesh creep.  Prepare to be shocked as this book presents a spine-tingling collection of curious, mystifying and even terrifying tales meant to be told by firelight, moonlight or candlelight.  Great fun to take along on camping trips!
223 pages    $12.95
 




COMPASS, Starter 1-2-3
By Silva
Accurate and easy to use - great for beginners.  Base plate designed for
smaller hands.  Lanyard hole on base plate makes for easy carrying.
$12.95

 


CONSTELLATION FINDER
Miller
Learn to find and identify constellations, the patterns people all over
the world see as we look up at the night sky from earth. Includes
names and star stories from many traditions, including Native
American, Asian, and African, as well as Classical Greek, constellations. With tips for stargazing and seasonal sky maps.
64 pages      $3.95
 
 

DAY HIKES in SEQUOIA and KINGS CANYON
NATIONAL PARKS
Stone
This is a clear, concise guide to the best day hikes in these two adjacent parks.  Hikes range from easy strolls through giant sequoia groves to alpine treks away from the crowds, accommodating every level of experience.

143 pages      $12.95
 
 




THE HIGH SIERRA - Peaks, Passes & Trails
    Updated Edition!
Secor
The most popular guidebook to the magnificent Sierra mountains has
been expanded and improved. This new edition includes new route descriptions, additional peak descriptions, more historical information,
and GPS-enabled driving directions. It has also been completely rearranged to keep roads and trails, and peaks and passes together, making it easier to use. Four of the many maps have been revised.
501 pages     $32.95
 


HIKING THE SIERRA NEVADA, 2nd Edition
Parr
This updated comprehensive guide features 104 of the finest trails in
this magnificent mountain range - from short day hikes to overnight adventures.  Filled with all the information you need to get the most
out of hiking the Sierra Nevada all year round.  Black and white
photographs and trail maps. 
414 pages     $19.95
 




HIKING SEQUOIA and KINGS CANYON NATIONAL PARKS
Scheidt
Covers eighty-six trails that vary in difficulty from easy strolls for the
whole family to challenging treks for the more experienced hiker.
Includes trail information, accurate directions to popular as well as
less-traveled trails, difficulty ratings for each hike, detailed trail maps,
zero impact camping trips and much more.  
286 pages      $16.95



JOHN MUIR TRAIL
Wenk
Meticulously describes the entire JMT, with detailed trail directions was
well as UTM coordinates for important junctions, lateral trails, campsites,
bear boxes, and points of interest.  Each trail section also includes an elevation profile and a chart listing elevation, distance from precious point
and total mileage.  You'll find expert start-to finish advice, whether you're hiking the whole trails or just sections.
286 pages      $17.95



JOY OF BACKPACKING
Beffort

A comprehensive guide covering every aspect of how to backpack - from planning a first trip to advanced wilderness travel. For those
new to the activity, it covers the fundamentals, with sections on trip planning, gear, backcountry nutrition and cooking, navigation and other essential wilderness skills, what to expect on the trail and in camp, and how to stay safe with first aid, weather preparedness,
and more. For experienced packers, it is filled with practical tips
and inspired ideas on how to update and refine your approach to backpacking based on trends in lightweight gear, high-tech
gadgets, changing wilderness rules, and increasing opportunities
for wilderness travel around the world.
268 pages    $19.95

MONSTERS IN THE WOODS  
Hauserman
In this book parents will find everything necessary to know about how to prepare, what to bring, who carries what, how far to walk, what to do in
camp, safety precautions, dealing with mishaps, and proper trail and campground etiquette.  There is advice about appropriate distances and
pack weights for every age, as well as tips about backpacking with an infant and bringing the family dog along on the adventure.  Offered are appealing destinations and favorite hikes in the Sierra Nevada appropriate for various
age groups.
63 pages    $10.95




MOUNT WHITNEY The Complete Trailhead-to-Summit
Hiking Guide    Updated - 2nd Edition
Richins, Jr.  
Covering thirteen routes to the summit, from a one-day ascent to a week-long backpack, including trips on summiting by moonlight... the ultimate resource for ascending the highest mountain in the lower forty-eight states.
251 pages   $16.95
 



NIGHT SKY
National Audubon Society Field Guide

Covers the entire solar system, every constellation in the Northern and Southern hemispheres, and other astronomical bodies and phenomena.  Includes 272
full-color photographs, 48 detailed monthly sky charts, plus 88 full-color
constellation charts. 
714 pages    $19.00
 
 

NIGHT SKY POCKET GUIDE
The perfect, folding GLOW-IN-THE-DARK pocket reference to the night sky in the Northern Hemisphere. Guide highlights prominent constellations and stars that are visible with the naked eye from cities throughout North America. Simply shine a flashlight on the guide to illuminate the constellations and their names during summer or winter. Laminated for durability, this handy guide is a great source of portable information and ideal for field use by novices and experts alike.
$5.95


ONE BEST HIKE: MT. WHITNEY 

Wenk
For many, the hike up Whitney is a once-in-a-lifetime tick on their outdoor activity list. The most popular route to the summit is the 22-mile round-trip
Mt. Whitney Trail. Although the hike is non-technical, would-be hikers need
to be prepared for the altitude, long distance, elevation gain, mountain weather, and other potential dangers. This book provides the authoritative, step-by-step guide to planning and completing this superb hike with safety advice, insider information, detail, and reassurance found nowhere else.
137 pages    $12.95
 
 

OUTDOOR NAVIGATION WITH GPS
Hinch
Whether you're hiking, fishing, kayaking, cross-country skiing, or taking
a mountain bike ride in the backcountry, a GPS receiver can help you
reach your destination and return safely-- but only if you know how to
use it!  This book is the most complete, easy-to-use GPS book available, teaching you how to get the most out of a receiver, from basic consumer advice to advanced techniques. Starting with essential definitions such as UTM coordinate systems, position formats, and map datums, and moving
on to creating "waypoints," and using your GPS with a computer, the
author, a long-time GPS instructor, breaks down the jargon and teaches
you what you really need to know.
204 pages    $16.95
 


PAINTING IN NATURE
Johnson
In this lively, easygoing guide, prize-winning artist, author, and instructor, Cathy Johnson, provides a friendly introduction to all facets of plein-air
painting - from selecting and using basic materials to weathering outdoor conditions and dealing with the challenges of capturing ever-changing light. Richly illustrated with delightful studies, sketches, and paintings, this
book will inspire and guide beginners and accomplished artists alike in
the enjoyable pastime of painting out of doors.
248 pages    $29.95


Pocket Guides to Emergency First Aid, Outdoor Photography,
or Animal tracks

Cordes, LaFontaine, Mather
Small, lightweight and printed on hard plastic pages, these are the perfect little books to take along on your outdoor excursions to answer most any question about photographing out-of-doors, emergency first-aid, and identifying animal tracks.





Pocket Naturalist Guide to THE NIGHT SKY
Handy guide that highlights prominent constellations visible from
cities throughout North America in summer and winter.  Glow in the dark
star charts allow easy identification of shapes and names of prominent constellations.   Great for beginners.
$5.95

 


SEQUOIA CAMPFIRE SONGS 
S.N.H.A.
Create unforgettable memories on your next camping trip . . . or in your
own backyard! Includes patriotic and camp songs, action songs, rounds,
and oldies but goodies. Fits easily in a backpack pocket.
27 pages    $1.50
 





SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK: A Complete Hiker's Guide
White
In this book you'll find trips for all levels, from easy day hikes to major backpacks, covering both the west and the east sides of the park, a customized topographical map for every trail, easy-to-read icons
pinpointing the best views, sequoia groves, wildflower sites and swimming holes, information on wilderness permits, camping options and climate
for planning the ideal backpack.
266 pages   $17.95
 


SKI TOURS IN THE SIERRA NEVADA

Libkind
This book lists 59 of the best ski tours in the Sequoia and Kings Canyon, Yosemite, Huntington and Shaver Lakes areas.  It allows you to plan a trip suited to your own interests and abilities.  Whether you are looking for a
short, easy ski in a meadow, or an adventure which will tax the best backcountry skier, this book gives you the information needed to choose
and execute a safe and enjoyable trip.
135 pages     $12.95
 


STAYING FOUND
Fleming
This book's system for learning map and compass makes it easy to
understand what you're doing and why.  It shows you the latest and
simplest ways to plan routes and find your way over the trickiest terrain.
Skiers and snowshoers will even find guidance for navigating on snow.
158 pages      $12.95

 


THE 2 OZ. BACKPACKER
Wood
A handy, compact problem solving manual for use in the wilds.  Filled with
many helpful tips from quick repairs on equipment to getting found when you
are lost.   Don't leave home without it!
135 pages     $6.95

 



THE TRACKER'S FIELD GUIDE  
Lowery
Leading tracking expert, Jim Lowery distills his remarkable expertise,
gained over decades of intensive research and practical field experience,
into a comprehensive field guide to tracking North American mammals.
Fully illustrated with hundreds of drawings and high resolution photographs.
408 pages     $19.95

   

WILDERNESS SURVIVAL POCKET GUIDE
The perfect, pocket-sized folding guide on how to stay alive in the wilderness. The guide highlights basic first aid, building a shelter, signaling for help, foraging for food and water, fire-making, edible plants and navigating through the wilderness. Laminated for durability, this handy guide is a great source of portable information and ideal for field use by novices and experts alike.
$5.95
 
 


 


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