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Books in The Outdoors series

  • Hunting

    Robert Kennedy Shea

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2012)
    For thousands of years, people had to hunt and gather their food for survival. Readers discover a variety of ways to hunt, along with the many kinds of game hunted. Readers will learn why rifles are used rather than shotguns in some instances, and why other hunters use bows and arrows. Readers will also learn the important steps hunters take to stay safe as well as to prevent the overhunting of animals. Though sometimes controversial, hunting will continue to be a pastime for years to come.
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  • Canoeing

    Laura Purdie Salas

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2007)
    Ready to enjoy nature's beauty as you paddle a canoe across a lake or down a river?
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  • Canoeing

    Laura Purdie Salas

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2002)
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  • Pheasant Hunting

    Michael J. Martin

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2007)
    Imagine the thrill of stirring up a pheasant that flies out of the tall grass. Quickly, you take aim at this rooster and strike him down. Interested in learning the basics of pheasant hunting?
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  • Hunting

    Robert Kennedy Shea

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Shares information about hunting, including how to get a hunting license, the types of weapons used to hunt, and how hunting dogs help hunters.
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  • Snowmobiling

    Laura Purdie Salas

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2002)
    Discusses the equipment, skills and techniques, and safety issues related to snowmobiling.
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  • Camping

    M. J. York

    Library Binding (Childs World Inc, Aug. 1, 2014)
    Explore camping, an exciting outdoor activity, including camping gear, where to stay, and how to stay safe.
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  • Rock Climbing

    A. J. Weingarten

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Introduces rock climbing, discussing the equipment, various moves that climbers need to know, and the different classes of climbs.
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  • Caving

    Maeve Sisk

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Caves are one of the least explored places left on Earth, even though many caves are open to the public. Usually for a small fee, anyone can don a hardhat and step into an area that may be thousands of years in the making. Other caves are much harder to find and explore safely. Readers will learn about the adventure and danger involved in caving, and spelunking. They will also discover the science behind caves, including mineral formations and wildlife. Stunning photographs engage readers and provide a sense of what being a spelunker is like.
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  • Hiking

    M. J. York

    Library Binding (Childs World Inc, Aug. 1, 2014)
    Explore hiking, an exciting outdoor activity, including hiking gear, where to hike, and how to stay safe.
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  • White-Water Kayaking

    Robert Snedden

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2004)
    Describes the equipment, skills and techniques, safety concerns, and conservation issues of white-water kayaking.
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  • Fly Fishing

    Ellen Hopkins

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2001)
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