outdoor recreation

"Provides suggestions for different outdoor activities, including bug hunting, counting stars, planting a garden, and building a woodland hideout"--OCLC.

Presents some basic information about such concepts of physics as force, resistance, and friction while describing the mechanics of various games and recreational activities that commonly take place in parks.

"For girls ages 9-12, this guide book includes recipes, quizzes, camping tips, and features on inspirational women with a focus on adventuring in the outdoors"--Provided by publisher.

"If you're like most kids who love the outdoors, you want to do more than go on a picnic or play in your neighborhood park. If you find yourself wanting to explore more of the wilderness, then you'll love this guide. You'll learn to hike like a pro with the skills needed on the trail, from reading a map to basic first-aid. This book includes tips for getting in shape for longer and harder hikes, what gear to bring and how to pack light, exciting sample hikes, and how to stay safe while in the wilderness"--From the publisher's web site.

Presents an outdoor activity for each state in the United States.

"Presents activities for children to enjoy during the summer months, including projects, puzzles, games, and recipes that can be made with common household or easily bought items"--OCLC.

A photographic introduction to rock climbing, reviewing the history of the adventure sport, explaining how it is done, and discussing routes and ratings, equipment, and safety.

"This survival guide is your ticket to getting down and dirty in nature and learning to make . . . things with your own two hands. Look inside to learn how to: use a knife without bleeding, sleep in the woods without freezing, escape a bear without getting eaten, poop in the woods without falling down, find your way home without a GPS, eat bugs without throwing up, and . . . more"--Provided by publisher.

"Introduces young sports fans to camping, introducing its history, suggested gear, and tips for making the most of a weekend in the wilderness"--Provided by publisher.

Color photographs and text explore how to survive in the wild.