Hiking Adventures

Of course, a successful road trip means a little more than buckling up and setting off for your final destination. It needs a little more planning and pizazz than your regular drive to the grocery store. And that’s where a comprehensive family road tripping guide comes in: You’ll learn everything you need to know in order to plan an exciting, memorable, and entertaining trip for the whole family - no matter what ages your kids are.

From the author of Darwin's Race and Blood Canyon comes a harrowing story of courage and survival. The Sorrows is the longest slot canyon on earth. Over 150 miles of a twisted, narrow crack in the middle of the remote southwest desert. Adam Fowler and son Dylan have come to this canyon for a ten-day backpacking trek, a dash of adventure, some quality father-son time. But the skies above The Sorrows are darkening and rain has started to fall. And Adam and Dylan are about to face the most ferocious flash flood in the region's history. Trapped with no way out and forced to battle Mother ...

Your favorite surrogate travelers, Jim and Rita, are tackling their biggest challenge yet - hiking the 26-mile Inca Trail to that wonder of the ancient world, Machu Picchu. As both are in their 60s, they are never quite sure if they will succeed. Follow along in "real time" in this day-by-day account of their experiences on this famous trail and destination. If you've ever considered the hike yourself or just wonder what it would be like for "regular people", not professional hikers, you will enjoy this story.

Back again with even more "mostly true" tales from the trail, Lawton Grinter's new book I Hike Again is sure to find a place in every adventurer's library! I Hike Again imparts hard-earned wisdom from trails both in the United States (Arizona Trail, Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, Continental Divide Trail, Grand Enchantment Trail, Wind River High Route) and abroad (Spain's GR11 and New Zealand's Te Araroa).

Updated for 2022 When an adventure calls, it's hard to resist. The glorious Himalayas are not just mountains, they force you to face your deepest fears and reach your greatest heights. That's what happened to a group of friends who decided on a girls trip with a difference. Would the twisting trails, tumbling waterfalls and meadows abloom with exquisite flowers tempt you to venture out despite fears of travel, wobbly suspension bridges and soaking monsoon rains? In this practical and entertaining guide you will: Escape to the hidden flower-filled meadows and big open skies of the upper ...

While backpacking, two teen friends come across a mysterious stranger who doesn’t seem to be of this world. Who he is will challenge everything the two friends believe about what’s real and what’s fantasy. And when a disaster threatens everyone, will the young stranger prove himself to be a hero? Or something else? In the end, a life-and-death decision must be made. But can one brave young man leave everything behind to save an entire world? What Readers are saying: “Imaginative work by a talented young author. Well-developed, imaginative and quite different from the other stories ...

Bob Shepton is an ordained minister in the Church of England in his 70s, but spends most of his time sailing into the Arctic and making first ascents of inaccessible mountains. No tea parties for this vicar. Opening with the disastrous fire that destroyed his yacht whilst he was ice-bound in Greenland, the book travels back to his childhood growing up on his family's rubber plantation in Malaysia, moving back to England after his father was shot by the Japanese during the war, boarding school, the Royal Marines, and the church.

This highly entertaining travelogue from a bestselling author follows the adventures of a couple on their 102-mile hike along Britain’s famous Cotswold Way. Wendy and David, escaping the routine of home life, embark on a journey of wonder and discovery. It is one filled with romance, exquisite beauty, hilarious mishaps, and far more adventure than they had bargained for. Join them in the magic and fulfillment of this delightful journey from Chipping Campden in the north to the stunning city of Bath in the south. Wander through wildflower fields of kaleidoscopic colour, enter entranced ...

Having young kids can make a simple run to the grocery store an event–so planning a family vacation with a full itinerary can be challenging…and, let’s face it, intimidating.... With over 3.6 million visitors each year, Yosemite has something to offer to everyone. Having so many waterfalls, lakes, hiking trails, and lodging options is both a blessing and a curse–you are left wondering where to even begin when planning.

Venture into the thrilling domain of wilderness survival with "Water Sourcing and Purification", an instructive and interactive guide designed for both novices and seasoned pros! This eBook educates readers with vital information about obtaining and purifying water, one of the most crucial survival necessities. ‘Water Sourcing and Purification’ goes beyond the standard survival handbook and provides in-depth knowledge on a variety of water sources, their quality assessments, dangers of unsafe drinking water, and basic to advanced purification techniques. Deftly divided across in 16 ...

Former Army Ranger beaten and left in the south-west desert by a dozen strangers Sam Harper wants to relax on a beach and surf. Put government service behind him. But a border gang and their corrupt government backers refuse to let him retire from violence that easily. Betrayed by friends, Sam must find a new purpose fighting human trafficking, truck jacking, and protecting those in need along the Mexico-Arizona border. Can he endure long enough to make that difference? -- Prequel to Sharper Security. This story stands independently, but is set after the events in Techno Ranger and Covert ...

Ex-Army Ranger Zan Master had given up finding the right woman for him until she runs into him, literally, in the middle of a storm. Now he just has to keep her alive. Marley Reynold’s flight to stop the company she works for from releasing a drug that would kill thousands of soldiers, lands her in the arms of a man she has no idea how to handle. Can she help him keep them alive long enough to blow the whistle and discover true love?

Four of Clubs is an adventure novel and murder mystery set in the Sierra Nevada of California in the 1970s, ‘80s and the present day. It’s a tale of lifelong friendship, coming of age, and falling in—then out—of love. There is one woman, Serena Swallow, and three men, Pete, Don and Ed. She’s rootless. They’re blood brothers, best buds since boyhood. Pete and Don are fraternal twins, rejected by their parents and brought up in separate households. At Coyote Canyon, a fashionable ski resort in the High Sierra, theirs is not a love triangle. It’s a club of four. Members belong ...

In the Summer of 2011, my son John and I took the Monaro Highway south from Canberra, heading for Charlotte’s Pass in Kosciuszko National Park. Full of enthusiasm, our plan on the day was to do the 18-kilometre round trip in seven or eight hours. We arrived at Charlotte’s around 9am, and were greatly disappointed to find thick fog, cold wind and icy rain lashing the windows of the car and making it rock. Nearby an organised group of hikers were getting ready to depart. They were fully kitted out with hiking poles and hooded wet weather gear over the top of bulky layers of warm clothing ...

Ed lives a structured life and doesn’t have time for frivolous things. He has a schedule to keep and tasks to complete. He still has needs though. But he’s selfish and only wants the good parts of a relationship: someone to cook, limited conversation, and hassle-free sex. And in a future dominated by AI, Ed has options, like Annie. She’s the latest AI model, though she looks strikingly like a woman. To Ed, she certainly performs like a woman. She’s also starting to act like one. Her behavior seems so real, so raw, that Ed thinks she might actually be human. And Ed’s schedule is so...

When Seraphina’s best friend drags her along on a backpacking trip in the Wyoming wilderness, she is not happy. The bugs freak her out, the snakes freak her out, and what is with all of the walking? But as she learns more about herself, and about her sexy guide, things heat up and she starts to really embrace the wild. Explicit Content: This story contains an explicit, steamy romance with some MMF elements, bi-curious men, and a happily ever after. This is a 15,000 word story

Embark on a journey that promises laughter, learning, and unforgettable memories with "Family-Friendly Hikes." This engaging eBook is your ultimate guide to exploring the great outdoors with your loved ones. From verdant trails and majestic waterways to urban escapes and suburban greenways, discover paths that are perfect for adventurers of all ages and abilities. Begin with the essentials of planning the perfect family hike in Chapter 2, where you'll find tips on selecting the right trail, preparing your gear, and ensuring a safe and fun outing. Move on to uncover scenic trails right in ...

Kara Richardson Whitely knew that she could reach the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro. She had done it once before. That's why, when she failed in a second attempt, it brought her so low. As she struggled with food addiction and looked for ways to cope with feelings of failure and shame, Kara's weight shot to more than 300 pounds. Deep in her personal gorge, Kara realized that the only way out was up. She resolved to climb the mountain again - and this time, she would reach the summit without waiting for her plus-sized status to disappear.

Experience the Camino as You've Never Seen It Before! A journey that transcends the seasons and uncovers the hidden wonders of the Camino de Invierno, one of the lesser known routes of the famed Camino de Santiago. Discover the secrets of this winter pilgrimage that can push you to the limits, as well as practical and essential information. Scroll down to read the book now. In the book you will also find details on: A selection of ideal stages to suit your fitness and available time Honest distances between villages and towns Accommodation details including what is open year round What to ...

There were only two things that Lori enjoyed in life. One of those two things was hiking. She had been eagerly anticipating her hike in the Red River Gorge and was looking forward to the tranquility of the trail. She was unaware that a psychopath had other plans. Lori was left for dead on the trail and awakened in the hospital with serious injuries and no memory. Who was she and what was going on? As she struggles to find the answers she can only rely on the handsome young doctor whose face was the first thing she saw when she awakened in the hospital. Can she trust him? Can he save her ...