Hiking for fun! / by Jef Wilson.

Author/creator Wilson, Jef, 1973-
Format Book
Publication InfoMinneapolis : Compass Point Books, ©2006.
Description48 pages : color illustrations ; 21 x 26 cm.
Supplemental ContentTable of contents
Subjects

SeriesFor 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 noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2005030281
ISBN0756516862 (hard cover)
ISBN9780756516864

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Joyner TRC Nonfiction 796.51 W6944H ✔ Available Place Hold
Joyner TRC Nonfiction 796.51 W6944H ✔ Available Place Hold