Completely revised, AMC's popular Quiet Water New York features 90 spectacular quiet-water destinations in New York specifically selected for canoeists and kayakers. Detailed descriptions of lakes, ponds, rivers, marshy bays, and winding channels with paddling routes. Includes expanded at-a-glance summaries listing t . . .

From challenging white-water rapids to serene streams, this guide is ideal for canoeists and kayakers of all abilities. Completely updated and revised, its easy-to-use format makes river selection and trip planning effortless. Rivers and their tributaries are listed by watershed and are broken down into segments of re . . .

The essential climber's guide to rock and ice routes in New York's Adirondack Park. 473 pages. Third edition. Areas covered include Keene Valley, Cascade Lakes, Whiteface, Poke-O-Moonshine, Wallface, the Northwest, the Southern Adirondacks, and many slides and remote climbs in the High Peaks. Photographs are used to . . .

The Long Trail is Vermont's rugged, world-renowned hiking route. This guide provides information you'll need for short hikes on Vermont's highest peaks. Full-color topographic maps; elevation profiles; includes larger-scale maps of Mount Mansfield and Camel's Hump. Detailed descriptions of the route, including shelte . . .

Everything you need to know to get started in sea kayaking. By Shelley Johnson, sea-kayaking editor for Canoe & Kayak Magazine. Covers gear, clothing, tips, and advice. Women's voices, a woman's approach. . . .

The Essential Sea Kayaker is a complete guide for the open-water paddler in a clear, user-friendly approach. Detailed instruction book for beginner and experienced kayakers. Fully illustrated and easy to understand. Each new topic is built on the topic before. Combines the logic of a lesson plan with the grace of i . . .

This time-tested reference has taught thousands of NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership Schools) students and other outdoor enthusiasts the essentials of wilderness treatment and evacuation. A clear, easy-to-follow format designed for effective learning and teaching. Includes more than 75 illustrations showing signs, tr . . .

This book explains how to use your GPS receiver, written in layman's terms. Explains the theory of operation, navigation, and map use with a GPS receiver. A great book for anyone who owns or is thinking of owning a Global Positioning System. By Lawrence Letham. 208 pages; 5.5 x 8.5 inches. . . .

The comprehensive instruction guide for orienteering. Newly revised edition by Bjorn Kjellstrom. More than 500,000 copies sold. Paperback; 220 pages. . . .

David J. Fasulo describes and illustrates a variety of techniques every climber should know for safety and self-reliance. You owe it to yourself and your fellow climbers to be prepared. Includes chapters on tools and knots used in self-rescue, escaping a belay, and securing and evacuating an injured climber. 99-page . . .

Climbing Anchors provides the most comprehensive, up-to-date, and easy-to-understand information on how to place protection and construct secure anchors to safeguard your life. Includes an investigation of dynamics of equalization and fall forces, including an analysis of rigging systems. Updated second edition inclu . . .

The definitive guide to the Near Trapps and Millbrook in the Shawangunks, just outside of New Paltz, New York. Includes route descriptions, photos, ratings and grades of climbs, index of routes, and more. Covers 289 route descriptions at Near Trapps including "Link-Ups". Covers 95 route descriptions at Millbrook. Ne . . .

In this indispensable handbook for sea kayakers, learn how to make the right decisions in tough situations, choose the right safety and rescue equipment, and develop the skills and stamina you'll need to rescue yourself and others under perilous conditions. You'll also learn how to... Plan your trip and assess the ri . . .

Everything you need to know about plotting your course for a safe, smooth paddling adventure. Learn essential navigation precedures specially adapted to the needs of sea kayakers. Use GPS to plan routes and determine heading, speed, and position. Make sense of nautical charts and maps. Interpret brouys, lights, and . . .

Here's what you need to make the most of that handy, portable GPS gadget and all its amazing features. Includes how-to info for digital maps as well. Discover how GPS works. Discover how to select and use GPS receivers. Find places and coordinates. Choose and get the most from mapping software. Get into geocaching . . .

Whether you're exploring, relaxing, or spending time with family and friends, Recreational Kayaking is an easy-to-read guide that makes paddling fun for both new and developing paddlers. Includes stunning instructional color photography. Written by Alex Matthews, passionate kayaker and writer, and Ken Whiting, a Worl . . .