"Few angler-authors can match the skill and insight of Steve Raymond . . . Through the seasons of the angler's year, Raymond leads his reader to a refined and refreshed understanding of what the natural world is really all about." -Nelson Bryant, The New York TimesAs anyone interested in fly fishing will tell you, there is no better way to spend your time than tying flies and fishing them.The fly patterns in this book are among those that have served author Steve Raymond most faithfully over the...
STEEL TRAPS (Elemental Historic Preparedness Collection)
by A R Harding
Following the completely revised and updated edition of Camping around Australia, comes Explore Australia's new range of state camping guides. Camping around Northern Territory is the second guide in this new series, available in a smaller format with a practical flexi-bound cover. No matter where in the Territory you plan to travel, this book has campsite listings for all regions and every major national park. There's also a detailed atlas section at the back locating every campsite, a complete...
What Fish is That? (2nd edition) is the authoritative, fully illustrated fish identification guide for inland and coastal fishing in Australia. This pocket-sized book is convenient to take with you on any fishing trip, and gives you all the information you need to identify your catch on the spot. Common sizes, habitats, fish behaviour, expert fishing tips and even 'table quality'- it's all covered in this practical guide compiled by Australia's fish identification gurus. The second edition featu...
Rock Climbing: The AMGA Single Pitch Manual (How to Climb)
by Bob Gaines and Jason D. Martin
Rock Climbing: The AMGA Single Pitch Manual is intended to serve as a textbook for past and furture participants of the AMGA SPI program. The book builds upon Bob Gaines' book, Toproping, to more specifically address the needs of the professional cilmbing instructor and advanced recreational climbers. It presents the most current, internationally recognized standards for technical climbing systems used in single pitch rock terrain. Included are chapters on effective teaching in the outdoor envi...
First published in 1881, this complete, illustrated guide reveals how to catch everything from tigers and bears to squirrels and mice, and offers general advice on camping and hiking in the woods. Among the treasures within are easy-to-follow plans for building dozens of traps; full directions for the building of shanties and log cabins, and boats and canoes; hints on food and cooking utensils; instructions for the curing and tanning of fur skins; and much, much more.
Homesteading Made Easy (Boxed Set): Self-Sufficiency Guide for Preppers, Homesteading Enthusiasts and Survivalists (Survivalists)
For anyone looking to create and repair clothing and equipment. Illustrates tools and techniques.
The seaside holiday is captured in all of its various manifestations from the19th century to the present. Full color.
The essential guide for seeking and savoring North America's edible species.