America`s first national park, Yellowstone contains an incomparable combination of natural beauty, rugged wilderness, & abundant wildlife. Nearby, Grand Teton National Park is renowned for its magnificent, jagged, snow-capped peaks. The Compass American Guide to these parks is chock-full of dazzling photos of the majestic geysers, lakes, & wildlife that make them unlike any places on earth. ...

When I first explored Yosemite Valley more than a decade ago, I was enchanted by the waterfalls, the serenity, & the canopy of the Milky Way over my tent. Today, as both a writer & a nature-lover, I'm still electrified by Yosemite & its neighbors, the Sequoia & Kings Canyon national parks. Since I live a few hours west of these parks, I escape there whenever I can-and this time, I'm taking you along. Teaming up with me are two acclaimed photographers & fellow Californians. Chris Falkenstein embodies the adventurous spirit of Yosemite; he's lived in the area since 1972 & is an avid rock climber & skier. Robert Holmes, meanwhile, came to northern California at the invitation of photography legend Ansel Adams in the 1970s. We bring you: the places we love to wander, through giant sequoia groves & past soaring waterfalls; recommendations on the best hikes, climbs, fishing, snowshoe treks, & other fun activities; reviews of local-favorite places to stay & eat; stunning full-color photography; detailed, easy-to-use maps; background on the area's rich cultural & natural history; & special in-depth sections on rock climbing & the parks' supersized sights. ...

The electrifying vistas of the Yosemite Valley & neighboring Sequoia & Kings Canyon national parks continue to exert a magnetic attraction for America`s nature lovers. Giant sequoia groves, thundering cascades, & epic climbs, it`s all here, & this guide takes travelers right to the heart of the best trails, experiences, & places to stay. ...

*COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE: Fodor`s guide to Yosemite, Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks is the most inspirational Yosemite & Sequoia guide available-none of the competition is entirely full color with so many full-page photos.*TOURISM TRENDS: Travel to America`s national parks is growing every year. Tourist visits to Yosemite in 2016 were up almost 20% over 2015, while visitation to Sequoia was up over 14%.*CURATED & RELEVANT: Focused coverage on only the best places so travelers can make the most out of their limited time. Carefully vetted recommendations for all types of establishments & price points. Please see additional key selling points in the book main description. ...

The 30cm (12) Compass Globe will complement & enhance any home, office or school environment. The physical cartography is complemented by a pewter-plated, half-meridian atop a spun metal base. Once illuminated, the globe displays political colours. ...

Compass Maps’ Pop-Out Maps are designed to provide street plans in a handy format to fit neatly all but the smallest pockets, with, as appropriate, transport network diagrams, additional useful maps, etc. Each title’s two cover flaps open up to reveal one or more street plans: usually the city centre in greater detail, plus a wider area around it for sightseeing further afield. Each plan highlight numerous sights & cultural institutions, etc. These superb little maps are ideal for those on-the-go wishing to travel with minimum hassle when looking for the next right turn. ...

Topographic coverage of mainland Spain at 1:25, 000 published by the Centro Nacional de Información Geograficá, the country’s civilian survey organization. The maps have contours at 10m intervals & colouring and/or graphics to show different types of vegetation or land use. Boundaries of national parks & other protected areas are marked. In addition to all the usual information shown on topographic maps at this scale, detailed presentation of the road & rail networks, rural tracks & paths, etc, the maps also show campsites. The maps have a 1-km UTM grid, with margin ticks for latitude & longitude at 1` intervals. Map legend is in Spanish only.PLEASE NOTE: our grid for the whole of Spain is in preparation
- in the meantime, for areas other than those shown on the attached grid please use CNIG’s topographic survey at 1:50, 000 by searching for ‘SI00000832’. Each 25K map covers one quarter of the corresponding 50K map, with the numbering system: I = NW quarter, II = NE quarter, III = SW quarter & IV = SE quarter. CNIG maps in the Provincial Road Maps series at 1:200, 000 are overprinted with the grid for the 1:50, 000 survey & can be used to see the area covered by each 50K or 25K title in more detail. To see the list of titles in this series please click on the series grid
- for map numbers not yet listed on our website please contact us by email.

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Competent Crew covers both the shorebased & the practical aspects of the RYA Competent Crew course. It will prepare newcomers for the first time afloat by explaining basic skills & boat handling including: sail trimming & sail handling; understanding the compass; sailing a course; anchoring & mooring; ropework; handling safety equipment; emergency procedures; simple collision rules; elementary meteorology. Ideal for the beginner, Competent Crew also

Includes:: a comprehensive glossary, clear explanatory diagrams & photos in full colour, the syllabus of the RYA Competent Crew course & self-testing questions & answers. It will prove invaluable for novice sailors & those embarking on this first level RYA course. This new edition benefits from a lively new design & revised text. Fresh diagrams & photographs have updated the look, & the text has been completely revised, in line with RYA course guidelines. ` This is just what the crew member needs to digest before he sets foot on board` Yachting Monthly ` Very definitely an invaluable textbook for anyone starting off` Sailing

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” The Competition Bicycle” will inspire cyclists & design lovers alike. The evocative, detail-rich photographs display the history of the bicycle, from racing high-wheelers to modern racing bikes with carbon-fiber disc wheels. Exceptional handcrafted machines ridden by great champions illustrate milestones in the mechanics & craftsmanship of bicycle design. This volume also features iconic bicycles that played an important role in the history of the sport, from the bicycle that sent Eddy Merckx over the finish line in his last world championship win, to those of tandem teams who tackled the hour record, motor-paced track racers that exceeded 80 mph on the wooden boards, to California`s mountain-bike pioneers. Historic images complement the stunning new photography that illustrates each machine in exquisite detail while celebrating the evolution of the sport, object, & machine. ” The Competition Bicycle” is sure to be treasured by all who appreciate magnificent masterpieces of vintage & contemporary design. ...

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