This new, full-colour guide to the top day trails of Cape Town & the Cape Peninsula
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Hike Your Own Hike: 7 Life Lessons from Backpacking Across America is about Francis Tapon`s thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail & what the adventure can teach you about life. You`ll start in Maine & walk to Georgia, picking up seven lessons along the way. Each lesson is neatly woven into the fabric of the story. This true story combines the desire to reorient one`s life with an exciting tale of adventure & a bit of humour. It`s about 75% self-help & 25% trail narrative. It is not a book about how to backpack, but rather how to live. Who would enjoy this book? Anyone who: loves reading outdoor adventure books; has a good life, but wants to have an amazing one; wants to learn more about the Appalachian Trail; dislikes preachy self-help books, but doesn`t mind getting some useful ideas presented in a light tone; is stuck in a rut & is looking for some inspiration to make important changes; likes to support starving writers. Unlike the typical self-help book, Hike Your Own Hike: provides an entertaining, flowing tale as a backdrop; draws all its lessons from the adventure of walking the entire Appalachian Trail; doesn`t take itself so darn seriously! Unlike the typical travelogue, Hike Your Own Hike: is not all about the author, it`s about what YOU can get out of the story; delivers practical ideas that help you squeeze more out of life; recounts a challenging southbound thru-hike versus the typical northbound thru-hike (less than 10% hike southbound). The book has two colour maps, including an ultra-cool 3-panel foldout map of the Appalachian Trail! The AT will teach you the Seven Principles on how to get the most out of life: 1. Hike Your Own Hike. 2. Beware of Summit Fever. 3. Hike with Passion. 4. Learn from Trail Lore. 5. Eat Well, Walk Hard, & Sleep Soundly. 6. Perform Trail Magic. 7. The Hike is Too Important to Take Seriously. Each chapter in the book is devoted to each concept. Chapter One starts in Maine where Francis Tapon learned the First Principle. Chapter Seven ends in Georgia where he learned the Seventh Principle. ...

A practical guide to the walks, with small but detailed maps for all the walks. The front of the book lists all the walks in a table with at-a-glance notation as to Type (valley, ridge, & foothill), Length (in miles), Suitability (novice to expert), Views, & Swimming possiblities etc. A main map shows the main areas covered by each chapter. Each chapter then starts with an enlarged map of that area with the walks identified on it. The walks themselves are described in a sparse straightforward manner with text at the end with any extra notes (equally short). Apart from the maps the centre of the book has eight pages of colour photographs showing general views & a few of the walks. A practical walking-guide in most senses of the word so other books would be required if for example you are interested in the flora of the island etc. That aside there are few other guides that could lead into the heart of an unspoilt Hawaiian island by 53 routes. ...

Crete is a unique place, full of contrasts. Due to its position in the Aegean Sea, its long history & the magnificent natural surroundings, the island attracts people of different interests & taste. In this very informative walking guide you will find everything you need to discover the island`s hidden treasures. The authors, raised in Crete, have put their long experience of hiking onto paper giving detailed descriptions of the most important & most beautiful hikes, walks & rambles in Western Crete (with trails covering the regions of Chania & Rethymnon). The 51 routes are meticulously described & include all the necessary information (difficulty, duration, accommodation, access etc). You will also find interesting facts about the villages, the traditional cuisine & the sites of Western Crete, as well as the customs of the local people & their way of life. Most descriptions are accompanied by appendices with information that is less practical but will put the finishing touch to the Crete mosaic. ...

Hiking is an introduction to a pastime enjoyed by people of all ages throughout the western world. Whether your preference is for an easy walk in the woods or a multi-day effort in the wilderness, there are certain things you need to know in order to make the most of the experience. Chapters deal with how to plan anything from an overnight trail in bedded huts to an expedition requiring you to be more self-sufficient; how to assess your fitness level for the trail you have in mind; respecting the natural environment; gear requirements; simple navigation & essential first aid, as well as setting up & maintaining a campsite. Specialist skills & activities, such as fording fast-flowing rivers, walking in snow & ice, & hiking with dogs are also covered. The book concludes with a brief description of selected trails in Europe, the Americas, Africa, SE Asia & Australasia
- enough to whet the appetite & make the reader want to get 'out there'. Throughout, the text is supported by inspiring photographs & specially commissioned illustrations to emphasize details or highlight the attractions that the wilderness holds for hikers.
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Fully updated & revised, this guide is the perfect introduction to hiking the great state of Alaska, with millions of acres of wilderness waiting to be explored. It features one hundred hikes in Alaska`s national parks, wildlife refuges, national forests, wilderness areas, & state parks. Also included are hikes for all ages & abilities as well as maps for each hike & full-color color photos. ...

Alt Camp area north of Tarragona, around Vals & Montblanc, on a contoured & GPS compatible map at 1:40, 000 from Editorial Piolet. Topography is presented by contours at 10m intervals with plenty of additional spot heights. An overprint highlights waymarked local & long distance routes & symbols show various facilities & places of interest including different types of accommodation (hotels, campsites, refuges, etc), tourist information offices, wildlife observation points, local railway stations, petrol stations, etc. The map has a 5-km UTM grid; map legend

Includes:: English. On the reverse are multilingual notes about the area. To see the list of titles in this series please click on the series link.

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Hiking & Biking in the Black Forest from Cicerone describes day walks, multi-stage treks & cycle routes covering the north, central & southern regions of Germany`s Black Forest. It features a selection of easy routes for families & multi-day journeys to explore the many forests, villages, castles & hills near Strasbourg, Baden-Baden, Freiburg & Basle. The Black Forest boasts an extensive trail system for walkers & cyclists exploring not just the peaks but the rolling dales, deep gorges & rocky outcrops, easily accessed by an excellent public transport network. The terrain is so varied that walkers & hikers of all ages & abilities can find a suitable walk to enjoy. The walks described in this book range from easy to hard, some routes are quite long & require stamina, & for others sure-footedness is required. Germany has a huge cycle trail network that covers the entire country & there are many places in the Black Forest where you can rent bikes for a day or longer. The routes described in this book are suitable for regular touring bikes. Most cycle paths are paved & in good condition. The guide describes 15 walks, 3 multi-stage treks (4 to 6 days), 4 cycle routes plus the Southern Black Forest Cycle Trail (a 4or 5 days long ride). Each route is illustrated with original, detailed, contour mapping & accompanied with practical information on local facilities & transport options. ...

Fully revised & updated, Hiking Grand Canyon National Park provides first-hand descriptions & detailed maps for all of the park`s developed trails as well as tips on safety, hiking with children, access, & services. This guide

Includes:: scenic & exciting hiking adventures for both the North & South Rims.

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Walking in Ireland in the Walking Guide series from Lonely Planet; profiling in comprehensive detail the walking opportunities, from day walks to long distance hikes, available in a range of international destinations. Frank & informal in style, the guides introduce readers to a selection of walks in each country & are designed to be practical for use while travelling on the road. Each walk has been researched by a team of independent experts & is fully independent in its recommendations & suggestions, often offering individual takes on particular walks or treks. Widely recognised for their reliability, each Lonely Planet walking guide has the same layout, covering an extensive list of walks geographically by region. Introductory chapters provide facts about the country, including history, geography, geology & climate, as well as important facts for the walker such as suggested itineraries, when to walk, responsible walking, accommodation, food & drink, maps & weather information. There is also a dedicated clothing & equipment section, providing practical advice on what take, including relevant navigation equipment. A Health & safety section advises on pre-departure planning, staying healthy & safety on the walk or trek. Each guide is organised geographically by region, with further sub-regions also considered in each chapter. There is a selection of local stories, history & fact boxes about particular features of some of the routes throughout each guide. Each regional section gives general advice on relevant books & maps, climate, accommodation, places to eat & getting there & away. Individual walks or treks are described in extensive detail & fact boxes gives practical information on duration, distance, difficulty rating, start & finish points, the nearest town, local transport & a short summary of the route. Black & white sketch maps also provide an overview of the location of the walks in the region. A Travel Facts section at the back of each guide provides useful guidance & practical information on tourist offices, visas & documents, embassies, customs, money, post & communication, time, electricity, business hours, public holidays, getting there & away as well as getting around between each walk or trek. ...