This handy book serves as a straight-forward introduction to backpacking. Written from the standpoint that backpacking does not have to be an expensive or tech intensive activity to be enjoyable, the author Jeff Probst offers all kinds of commonsense and clever insights on hitting the trail. Includes information on what/how to pack, safety, camp etiquette and more.

Fly into the world of birds in the most complete guide for kids to North America's birds, featuring range maps, cool facts, fun activities, and detailed descriptions and drawings by Jonathan Alderfer, one of the country's top avian experts and artists. Kids can soar with peregrine falcons or hop with backyard sparrows or sing with robins in the pages of this engaging guide, perfectly leveled for kids just discovering these fascinating feathered friends. With beautiful photography and habitat snapshots, lots of the fun facts kids love, plus interactive birding activities and crafts, the newly updated and expanded guide is the perfect way to bring the fun and amazement of beautiful birds to junior birders. The guide features profiles of 50 of North America's most popular birds--including how and where they live and tips about how to spot, hear, and attract them--as well as mini-profiles of another 100 birds, for coverage of 150 bird species in all.

There are three books in the America's Best series (America's Best Bed & Breakfast Recipes, America's Best Lodge Recipes and America's Best Tea Room Recipes). Each book is compiled of recipes gathered from Bed & Breakfasts, Lodges and Tea Rooms across the United States. The recipes have been carefully picked from hundreds of submissions to create a book filled with some of America's most delicious treats! The photos on the cover of each book feature a participating Bed & Breakfast, Lodge and Tea Room as well as photos of two recipes that appear within each book. Also included in each book is a list of names, cites, states and phone numbers of all the contributing businesses.

As an avid backpacker and fisherman, author Brad Probst has spent many nights under the stars and around the flickering glow of the campfire. If this book is evidence of his experience, most of those nights were also spent cooking classic campfire cuisine and telling jokes and stories to anyone within shouting distance. Campfire Cooking ~ achieved with ease…with a gourmet touch presents outdoor cooking in a witty, fun style with recipes that reflect the author’s western heritage. Includes recipes such as Trapper Jim’s Goulash, Bandito Burritos and Mountain Fried Macaroni.
Printed in USA using soy ink

This book introduces the reader to the fast-growing outdoor sport of geocaching, which combines aspects of treasure hunting, high-tech navigation, and exploration.

Weary of the same old crusty burgers, tough steaks and dried-out chicken breasts? Then say goodbye to boring! Use the perfected instructions inside this book to serve a perfectly grilled, yet simple entrée... or turn up the heat and go wild! Tangy marinades, savory rubs, zesty basting sauces, and flavorful salsas will give your grilling just the kick that's been missing. So take a walk on the wild side to discover a fresh, new world of grilling - you'll never look back!

Potatoes, pineapple, pizza...
Ready to discover a fresh, new world of grilling? Then take a walk on the wild side and explore beyond burgers, steaks and chicken. Stuffed mushroom appetizers, a side of buttery corn on the cob, and a still-warm apple crisp... all grilled alongside your entrée for a delicious and easy meal. Take your new taste adventures even further with yummy Chocolate Banana Peanut Butter Cups or treat everyone to a bowl of Cheesy Popcorn - popped right on the grill!
Let the flames begin!

The Nature Squad is dedicated to saving the planet, so what will they do when they meet a homeless bluebird? Help him, of course! B.B. shows the bird all sorts of silly places to live, but will the bear's hunger get the better of him? Or will he make the right choice and help Bluebird find a home? It's an engaging children's story - featuring the artwork of an Emmy-winning animator - with a subtle conservation message.

Campers, hikers, naturalists, sailors, fishermen, hunters, and anyone else who ventures into the outdoors will want to own The Book of Outdoor Knots. This meticulously illustrated handbook describes 70 of the most common knots for the outdoors, showing in clear, step-by-step line drawings each phase of the properly tied knot. Perhaps most important, the book explains precisely which knot to use in each specific situation. Knots of all kinds are covered here: hitches for fastening rope to a fixed object, bends to connect two ropes, loops for a range of purposes, running knots, knots to shorten rope lengths, and others. The Book of Outdoor Knots also covers natural and synthetic ropes as well as rope maintenance, general tying guidelines, breaking strength, and more.

Butterfly identification is now simple for everyone This handy field guide focuses on 147 species of Michigan butterflies, arranged by color. See a blue butterfly? Turn to the blue section. Perfect for backyard or field use, this book features full-color photos of each butterfly plus an illustration that points out key identification marks. You'll learn things you've always wondered about butterflies while easily identifying the ones that you see.

Written by an early childhood educator, Butterflies, Leaves & Bumblebees is designed as a parents guide to process oriented activities for preschool children. While focused on campsite oriented experiences, most of the activities use commonly found objects and can be conducted in a local park, on a day hike or even in the backyard. This book will provide hours of creative learning and fun for the preschooler and help introduce him/her to the exciting world of nature and the outdoors. Printed in USA using soy ink

There are 8,000 snakebites in the US every year. Plant ingestion results in 63,000 calls to national poison centers annually. This guide identifies some of the most feared and dangerous North American species of animals and plants and its purpose is twofold: 1) to debunk irrational myths about species such as snakes, spiders, sharks and bears; 2) to educate people about the proper action to take if one is confronted and/or injured by these dangerous species. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use.