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Adventures in Camping

Item # 021036

$9.40

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This revised manual is important reading for every Royal Ranger. Teaches boys and commanders what they need to know to have a safe and comfortable outing. Provides pictures and instructions for many camping related activities such as knots, fire building, and campcraft projects. Paper.

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Camping & Wilderness Survival, Second Edition

Item # 037756

$35.00

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by Paul Tawrell

The second edition of Camping & Wilderness Survival is the encyclopedia of the outdoors. It is full-color and has over 6,500 illustrations and photographs.

Some of the new in-depth topics of special interest are: swamp hiking, Hawaii lava flow hiking; avalanche; wildfires; weather—including hurricanes and tornadoes; animal attacks—bear, cougar, moose, shark. There are over 100 pages on first aid including important outdoor topics as drowning, hypothermia, West Nile Encephalitis, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, Lyme disease and more.

The 49 chapters of Camping and Wilderness Survival will give a child a wide overview of nature and their surroundings so that they can appreciate and understand its beauty. It has 1,088 pages and comes in a new portable carrying size of 5 ¼ by 8 ¼”. Paper.

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Handbook of Knots

Item # 037560

$17.00

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by Des Pawson
Clear instructions and step-by-step photographs teach readers how to tie more than 100 knots. Quick-reference symbols show which knots to choose for camping, fishing, sailing, climbing, and general or decorative use. Also discusses selecting the correct type of rope. Paper.

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Basic Illustrated Cooking in the Outdoors

Item # 030889

$9.95

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by Cliff Jacobson

Richly illustrated and information-packed tools for the novice or handy reference for the veteran, BASIC ILLUSTRATED books distill years of knowledge into affordable and visual guides. Whether you're planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, the BASIC ILLUSTRATED series shows you what you need to know.

Discover how to:

• Prepare great meals for large groups in the outdoors
• Keep cooked foods hot long enough for seconds
• Keep fresh foods fresh without refrigeration
• Plan and pack meals for a wilderness expedition
• Cook in the rain, wind, and snow
• Obtain safe drinking water and dispose of wastes properly

Paper. 96 pages.

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Basic Illustrated Wilderness First Aid

Item # 030890

$9.95

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by William Forgey, MD

Richly illustrated and information-packed tools for the novice or handy reference for the veteran, BASIC ILLUSTRATED books distill years of knowledge into affordable and visual guides. Whether you're planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, the BASIC ILLUSTRATED series shows you what you need to know.

Discover how to:

• Assemble an outdoor first-aid kit of essential items
• Soothe bites and stings
• Deal with hot and cold injuries
• Wrap sprains, fractures, and dislocated joints
• Handle backcountry emergencies until professional medical help arrives

Paper. 96 pages.

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Basic Illustrated Map and Compass

Item # 030891

$9.95

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by Cliff Jacobson

Richly illustrated and information-packed tools for the novice or handy reference for the veteran, BASIC ILLUSTRATED books distill years of knowledge into affordable and visual guides. Whether you're planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, the BASIC ILLUSTRATED series shows you what you need to know.

Discover how to:

• Choose and use the right type of compass
• Use a map and compass in concert with a GPS receiver
• Read and understand contour lines and other map features
• Plot a course and find your way through the wilderness
• Use the stars to navigate rivers, streams, and trails at night
• Find and order the maps you need

Paper. 96 pages.

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Basic Illustrated Backpacking

Item # 030892

$9.95

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by Harry Roberts; revised by Russ Schneider

Richly illustrated and information-packed tools for the novice or handy reference for the veteran, BASIC ILLUSTRATED books distill years of knowledge into affordable and visual guides. Whether you’re planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, the BASIC ILLUSTRATED series shows you what you need to know.

Discover how to:

• Choose the best terrain
• Select appropriate gear
• Properly pack your equipment
• Walk with a heavy pack
• Find your way in the wilderness
• Plan easy and tasty meals

Paper. 64 pages.

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Basic Illustrated Canoeing

Item # 030893

$9.95

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by Cliff Jacobson

Richly illustrated and information-packed tools for the novice or handy reference for the veteran, BASIC ILLUSTRATED books distill years of knowledge into affordable and visual guides. Whether you're planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, the BASIC ILLUSTRATED series shows you what you need to know.

Discover how to:

• Choose a tandem or solo canoe that’s right for you
• Select canoe accessories, including paddles, PFDs, and portage yokes
• Customize your canoe for greater comfort and safety
• Lift, portage, and transport your canoe with ease
• Master basic paddling strokes
• Rescue yourself or a friend after capsizing
• Choose a safe course through whitewater and currents

Paper. 96 pages.

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Basic Illustrated Archery

Item # 030894

$9.95

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by Beth L. Habeishi and Stephanie Mallory

Richly illustrated and information-packed tools for the novice or handy reference for the veteran, BASIC ILLUSTRATED books distill years of knowledge into affordable and visual guides. Whether you’re planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, the BASIC ILLUSTRATED series shows you what you need to know.

Discover how to:

• Master the basics of equipment and gear
• Safely shoot and retrieve arrows
• Hone your shooting technique for better accuracy
• Increase your strength and flexibility for consistent performance
• Care for, maintain, and store your equipment
• Enter target shooting and archery competitions

Paper. 80 pages.

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