Hiking for fun! / by Jef Wilson.
| Author/creator | Wilson, Jef, 1973- |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | Minneapolis : Compass Point Books, ©2006. |
| Description | 48 pages : color illustrations ; 21 x 26 cm. |
| Supplemental Content | Table of contents |
| Subjects |
| Series | For fun! For fun! ^A668781 |
| Contents | Basics: Introduction: Getting back to nature -- History of hiking: Exploring new territory -- Types of hiking: Hike for everyone! -- Basic equipment: Bare essentials -- Hiking attire: Right fit -- Doing it: Beginning to hike: Taking your first steps -- Types of trails: Happy trails to you! -- Navigation: Lay of the land -- Plants and animals: Flora and fauna -- Safety in the wild: Creepy, crawly, and contagious! -- Backpacking: Walking farther, climbing higher -- Camping: Sleeping bags and s'mores! -- First aid: Don't get stung! -- Rules and regulations: Law of the land -- People, places, and fun: Orienteering: Hiking with a twist -- Triple Crown: Mountain high, valley low -- Mountain and rock climbing: No mountain high enough -- Conservation: Giving back -- Notable hikers and explorers: Then and now -- Hiking timeline: What happened when? -- Trivia: Fun hiking facts -- Quick reference guide: Hiking words to know -- Glossary: Other words to know -- Where to learn more -- Index. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| LCCN | 2005030281 |
| ISBN | 0756516862 (hard cover) |
| ISBN | 9780756516864 |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | TRC Nonfiction | 796.51 W6944H | ✔ Available | Place Hold |
| Joyner | TRC Nonfiction | 796.51 W6944H | ✔ Available | Place Hold |