Some of the finest adventures are those taken in the backcountry. Escape the crowds and feel the remoteness that only a trip on foot can offer. Let us help you prepare for your trip with our great selection of books and maps for the wilderness areas and forests. We carry many hiking and outdoors books, as well as field guides, to help you plan and familiarize yourself with an area. Our selection of maps is extensive, and we've bundled many books and maps together at a 10% discount. We believe in being well-informed before heading into the woods, so select your area, read up and hit the trail. You won't regret it.
Best Backpacking Vacations Northern Rockies is your ticket to twenty-seven of the most remarkable wilderness destinations in the northern Rockies. Discover snow-capped summits, exquisite subalpine meadows, crystal-clear lakes, cascading streams and waterfalls, towering coniferous forests and hear only nature's voice. Choose among three- to five-day trips, for both novice and experienced hikers, through Glacier, Yellowstone, and Grand Teton National Parks and the Absaroka-Bearto… • $16.95 • read more
When it comes to encountering grizzly bears in the wild, Montanan Tim Rubbert has literally walked the walk with hundreds of bears. Unlike other books about hiking in grizzly country, this book uses photographs of Rubbert's actual bear encounters to dramatically illustrate how to react safely. Every hiker will benefit from these first-hand, real-world lessons. "If you are planning to hike through the wilderness, give Tim Rubbert's Hiking With Grizzlies a careful reading--… • $10.95 • read more
Going into bear country can be frightening for some people, but it doesn't have to be. Don't let fear ruin your trip. There are many important tips and techniques that can be used to reduce the risk of being injured by a bear to the slimmest possible margin. Bear Aware, written for novice and expert outdoors-people alike, can help you build the confidence and peace of mind you need to enjoy your outdoors experience. Look inside for advice on: • Hiking and Camping safely in… • $7.95 • read more