The essential guide for enjoying the outdoors without harming the environment. Details the seven core principles of Leave No Trace ethics and practices Covers hiking, campfires, food storage, and pers
Air Force officers of all ranks, from cadets to generals, both active duty and reserves, will find this revised edition essential reading for a successful career. Fully updated with the latest changes
This is the first and only book available on the tier whose techniques with epoxy and silicone revolutionized saltwater fly tying. The family of flies Bob Popovics developed over the last three decade
Learn the switch cast, single spey, double spey, snake roll, snap T, and devon switch, and now the skagit cast The efficient way for anglers to catch fish--including trout, striped bass, salmon, and s
New look at the notorious Desert Fox of World War II by leading military historians.Thought-provoking reassessment of the most famous German general of the warFresh insights into Rommel's performance
Visual history of the artillery used by both sides on the Eastern Front in World War IIHundreds of photos, most of them from private collections around the worldDepicts artillery pieces, other equipme
Venture into the unexplained phenomena of the Beaver State...if you dare. This collection of more than 40 chilling tales features eerie tales of paranormal activity, bigfoot encounters, UFO sightings,
These are the stories Vietnam vets tell each other at reunions and over beers.Episodes of valor, hardship, humor, and everything in between from more than forty veterans of the Vietnam WarCovers all b
Field guide for making careful decisions in the backcountry and relying on informed observation Explains lightning science with simple language and illustrations Based on 15 years of research
Revised edition of a rare account of a German armored division in combat at the epic Battle of Stalingrad.Day-by-day story of the 24th Panzer Division's savage fighting in the streets of Stalingrad in
Tiny palm-sized pin looms are making a comeback. Here is the perfect book to get started with this intriguing weaving technique.40 appealing projects for everyoneAs portable as knitting--drop a tiny l
In the fall of 1969, a force of 150 Americans and their South Vietnamese allies were surrounded by 5,000 North Vietnamese Army soldiers. This is the story of their desperate defense and against-all-od
Classic story of the 47,000 Spaniards who fought for the Third Reich in World War II.Vivid chronicle of the division of Spanish volunteers who battled the Soviets on the Eastern FrontCenterpiece of th
Why should kids have all the fun when it comes to cute-as-a-button caps or fun and fanciful hats? And why can't little ones feel just like mom and dad with a fashionable newsboy visor or slouchy hat?
Descriptions by wild plant expert John Eastman offer details on the identification, growth, interaction, locations, and more Covers some 130 common wildflower species and species groups, including for
The first comprehensive book on weaving rag rugs in a generation Color planning and design advice for rag rugs Step-by-step instructions on warping and weaving for your rag rug More than 30 rag rug pr
The craft brew revolution has spread south. This all-new guidebook profiles the Sunshine State's 67 breweries and brewpubs.Entries include each brewery's story, styles of beer brewed, tours, food serv
Story of elite German paratroopers during one of World War II's pivotal battlesFull of firsthand accounts from German soldiers and the Americans who opposed themDetails on hand-to-hand fighting in the
All the information and instruction you need to get started knitting--and to progress to more challenging projects20 patterns for scarves, hats, afghans, socks, sweaters, and more, from beginner to in
More than 100 of the best, most thrilling accounts of hauntings from the Mountain State from one of the nation's leading experts, including...Headless ghosts and wandering soldiers at Droop Mountain T
Guide to the duties, customs, organization, administration, resources, and benefits for medical officers in the U.S. ArmyPractical information for officers on assuming command of a medical unit and ta
Beautiful color photos and drawings and concise text introduce the 30 North American birds most likely to appear at a backyard feeder Includes identification tips and fascinating facts about the birds
Revised and updated, this second edition features information for visitors to 88 breweries and brewpubs across the Empire State.Each profile includes the brewery's story, styles of beer brewed, tours,
Secrets for mastering the challenges of small streams How to choose the perfect rod, lines, and flies An insightful, enjoyable read for all levels, beginner to expert New edition updated with 100 colo
"Buffalo Bill was a product of the American West. He hunted buffalo, scouted for the Army, fought Indians, birthed his internationally successful Wild West show, and was buried on a hilltop overlookin
Hundreds of unique color photos showing how soldiers decorated their helicopters during the Vietnam WarIncludes stories and anecdotes from pilots, crews, and artists, focusing on how helicopters got t
Strategies for fooling tough fish in all types of environs, from tailwaters to spring creeks to Gaspe salmon streamsBreathtaking photos from the top streams around the worldHundreds of innovative fly
Top techniques and tips from a master stillwater anglerProven patterns for a simplified stillwater box and the best way to fish themComplete hatch information for lakes, ponds, and reservoirs
First extensive treatment of the subject in EnglishProfiles of the armored reconnaissance vehicles that performed vital functions for the Third Reich's war machineCapsule histories of the reconnaissan
66 hikes through the most beautiful areas of natural MarylandDetailed maps and directions, with GPS coordinatesInformation on difficulty, distance, and duration for each hikeBeautiful color photograph
"A 'must read' by historian and layman alike." --Col. David M. Glantz, author of Kursk"An important book that will surely become the definitive account." --John Prados, author of Normandy CrucibleCom
Essential reference book for the Rocky Mountain WestOver 500 fly patterns from Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, and moreNymphs, dry flies, emergers, streamersAccurate recipes from the originators of the patte
Seasonal strategies from a veteran of the surfTen-year compilation of detailed journalsRigs and effective methods for bass, blues, weakfish, sharks, and moreBest spots along the Jersey coast
Patterns for 25 cute and clever crocheted insects, mollusks, arachnids, and other fun crittersHundreds of step-by-step photos illustrate the construction of the projectsUnique projects including ladyb
When recent graduate Michelle Pugh sets out to fulfill a childhood dream of hiking the A.T. from start to finish, she enjoys the bliss of being surrounded by nature, the peacefulness of small trail to
All aspects of care, management, and training of the modern working LabradorProvides advice on feeding, nutrition, and care--especially for those owners who may be away from home for part of the dayTh
Detailed history of the Tiger company of Nazi Germany's notorious "Death's Head" panzer division of the Waffen-SSCovers armored combat at Kursk, Warsaw, and other battles on the Eastern FrontBased on
The definitive reference work for this increasingly popular sportFully revised and updated second edition includes the latest information on legal quarry species, rifle types, and equipment -- plus an
With writing that Nick Lyons has described as "quietly but fiercely independent, free from the commercialism that cloaks the fly-fishing world like a fungus" author Jerry Kustich tackles a range of su
Visual history of the Vietnam WarHundreds of photos, many of them rare and never published beforePhotos of soldiers, helicopters and ground vehicles, villages and terrain, base camps, and morePerfect