Produced in association with the Rambler’s Association and Harvey’s Maps, this brand new series covers some of the most popular walking areas in Britain and Ireland, combining detailed route descriptions with information on the local history, wildlife and countryside.

Collins Ramblers' Guide - Ben Nevis & Glen Coe (Collins Ramblers' Guides)

Townsend,Chris

Sports & Outdoors

HarperCollins, UK

Produced in association with the Rambler’s Association and Harvey’s Maps, this brand new series covers some of the most popular walking areas in Britain and Ireland, combining detailed route descriptions with information on the local history and wildlife.

Collins Ramblers' Guide - Isle of Skye (Collins Ramblers' Guides)

Produced in association with the Ramblers, this walking guide covers the beautiful Isle of Skye and combines detailed route descriptions with information on the local history and wildlife. This famous corner of the Scottish Highlands and Islands is home to a spectacular variety of mountain landscapes and dramatic coastlines. There is also a wealth of fascinating places to explore: from caves, sea stacks, and headlands to arches, waterfalls, and castles. The introduction gives information about the topography, geology and history of the area and describes the flora and fauna inhabiting it. The main section of the book comprises 30 walks, each one including a key illustrating principal features such as level of difficulty and type of terrain, a route profile indicating altitude and distances as well as a fact file summarizing useful information such as start and finish points, duration, safety advice, and points of interest. Illustrated with color maps from the Ordnance Survey, each walk is then described in detail with clear, easy-to-follow instructions. As well as route descriptions, the text gives the history of the main landmarks along the way plus information on the natural history of the area and is accompanied by stunning color photographs. This updated edition includes an overview map displaying starting points for the walks, color codes indicating the level of difficulty, and a key to the symbols used in the text and on the route maps.

Collins Ramblers: Isle of Skye: Guide to 30 of the Best Walking Routes (Collins Ramblers' Guides)

Reference

In this brand new range of practical little walk guides endorsed by the Ramblers, all featured routes are 5 miles or under in length and can easily be completed in less than 3 hours, making each one perfect for an afternoon stroll. 20 walks are included, all using clear maps to show the route plus easy-to-follow walk descriptions. Each adventure features a detailed Ordnance Survey map with the route clearly marked plus a detailed description of the route, and all trails have been chosen taking parking, refreshments, and other details into consideration in order to make life easy for families. All guides include general information on walking and the general areas covered, interesting facts about the things you'll encounter along the routes, and striking color photographs of each course's picturesque scenes. Among the most spectacular landscapes in Britain, the Lake District offers a unique combination of crag and cafe, of ice-climb and ice-cream shop, or of the slippery gill and the hollyhocks of the cottage garden, making the Lake District the perfect place for a walk on the wild—and yet civilized—side.

Short Walks in The Lake District: Guide to 20 Easy Walks of 3 Hours or Less (Collins Ramblers Short Walks)

Atlases & Maps

Packed with color photographs, ideal places to stop and snack, and endearing information about the local area, this is the perfect guide for individuals and families alike who have the urge to rambleThe beautiful Cotswolds, with its rolling hills and pretty little villages, is perfect walking country. This guide, produced in cooperation with the Ramblers and featuring Ordnance Survey mapping, is the perfect way to appreciate the gentle beauty of this area. The compact guide contains 20 easy to follow walks, all of which are five miles or less and can be completed in three hours or less—ideal for an afternoon stroll in the country. Each walk has a detailed map with the route clearly marked, plus a detailed description of the route. The walks have been chosen with issues like parking and refreshments in mind to make life easy for families. There are interesting facts about attractions along the route, and the book includes general information on walking and also on the area covered by the guide—making the perfect all-around guide to walking in this quaint and beautiful countryside.

Short Walks in The Cotswolds: Guide to 20 Easy Walks of 3 Hours or Less (Collins Ramblers Short Walks)

A brand new range of practical little walk guides endorsed by the Ramblers. All the walks are 5 miles or under in length and can easily be completed in less that 3 hours. 20 walks are included and use clear maps to show the route plus easy to follow walk descriptions. The beautiful Yorkshire Dales include impressive limestone formations, beautiful waterfalls and shadowy peaks. Picturesque dales such as Swaledale, Wharfedale and Dentdale meander through the area, where abbey ruins, ancient farmhouses and villages wait to be discovered. This guide, produced in co-operation with the Ramblers and featuring Ordnance Survey mapping, is the perfect way to get out and enjoy the stunning scenery. This compact little guide contains walks, all of which are 5 miles or under, which are ideal for an afternoon stroll. INCLUDES: * 20 easy to follow walks which can be completed in 3 hours and under. <ul> <li>Each walk has a detailed Ordnance Survey map with the route clearly marked plus a detailed description of the route.</li> <li>The walks have been chosen with issues like parking and refreshments in mind to make life easy for families.</li> <li>There are interesting facts about the things you'll see along the route.</li> <li>All the books include general information on walking and also the general area covered by the guide.</li> <li>Packed with colour photographs of scenes you will see along the walk.</li> </ul>

Short Walks in The Yorkshire Dales: Guide to 20 Easy Walks of 3 Hours or Less (Collins Ramblers Short Walks)

Chris Townsend left Skagway, Alaska, in June 1990, following in the footsteps of the Klondike goldrushers for a time before finally ending his trek 83 days later at the Arctic Circle.

Walking the Yukon: A Solo Journey Through the Land of Beyond

McGraw=Hill

Most people think winter camping means being cold, pure and simple. But that doesn't have to be the case. Chris Townsend tells how to travel, camp, and enjoy the winter backcountry-how to choose equipment and clothing, load a pack or sled, pitch a tent, build a snow shelter, stay warm-in short, how to live comfortably in the snow. In addition, Townsend teaches the basic skills of wilderness skiing along with such refinements as the kick turn, the telemark turn, and skating. He covers the use of climbing skins; the repair kit; skiing with a heavy pack; negotiating glaciers and mountain terrain; reading the snow; stream crossings; navigation and water; and avoiding avalanches, frostbite, hypothermia, and injury. Gear and worldwide destination appendices are also included.

Wilderness Skiing & Winter Camping

Winter Sports

Winner of the Outdoor Writers Guild award for excellence, this inspired guide from one of the world's best-traveled adventurers offers essential, up-to-the-minute information and advice on all aspects of backcountry trekking for hikers and backpackers of every stripe. From planning and techniques to gear, it's all covered in succinct, highly readable fashion in an expanded, visually arresting update of a proven bestseller. The Backpacker's Handbook is the only major guide to deliver an in-depth look at all backpacking styles, from ultralight to long-distance hiking. New material on trekking in challenging environments such as deserts and mountains will appeal to hikers who love to push the envelope. Chris Townsend's anecdotal style makes for a book that invites reading from cover to cover, yet is designed to let readers find specific topics quickly. The Backpacker's Handbook teaches us how to make traveling through the wild truly enjoyable and fulfilling while protecting its natural beauty.

The Backpacker's Handbook, 2nd Edition

Hiking & Camping

International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press

With thousands of all-weather miles to his credit, from North America, Europe, and Asia, Chris Townsend is the ultimate guide for backpackers of all levels. The Advanced Backpacker is an invaluable fusion of expert information and unlimited inspiration, featuring detailed discussions of everything from finding routes and choosing locations to planning, financing, equipping, and supplying oneself for the long haul. Offering readers unprecedented insight into the extensive preparations required to develop the body and psyche of a long-distance hiker, Townsend addresses the specifics of hiking in all climates, from deserts and mountains to the arctic tundra and the tropics. The Advanced Backpacker offers top-level navigation techniques as well as specific safety and health precautions for extreme heat and cold.

The Advanced Backpacker: A Handbook of Year Round, Long-Distance Hiking

Travel

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