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By Rick Curtis. 1998, Three Rivers Press, 256pp, 8x5". "A manual for hikers and backpackers of all skill levels presents valuable information on every step of a backpack trip, with sections on equipment, nutrition and cooking, hygiene, wilderness travel, safety and emergency procedures, weather tips, and other topics.".

A general guide to canoe camping in wilderness areas.

By Ben East. 1983, Outdoor Life Books, 319pp. 3rd. "21 true action stories: "recreates a dramatic adventure of an ordinary man, usually alone, facing & surviving a sudden threat." (Good in Good DJ. Weak spine, DJ is fading & lightly frayed around edges)

"Including everything a beginner needs to know in the first 100 days, and fully illustrated with step-by-step photos and illustrations, this book tells readers how to find skills and drills for balancing, climbing, steering on rough terrain, downhill runs, conquering curves and corners, and offers tips on racing."

By W. Lindorf. 1995, Ward Lock, 71pp, 9.5x6.5". "An essential guide to repairing every part of the bike with detailed information on tools and equipment, and a comprehensive plan for regular servicing. 100 color photos." (VG+)

By NRA and National Rifle Association. 1988, National Rifle Association, 277pp. A hunting manual. "Hunting tactics, shotgun shooting, and waterfowl identification." Illustrated throughout, including color bird identifier. (Near Fine)

By Patrick F. McManus. 1977 (1982), Holt Rhinehart and Winston, 218pp. "Hunting & Fishing Humor. All stories in this volume first appeared in Field and Stream." (VG+)

By Ken Laitin and Steve Laitin. 1979, Soccer for Americans, 122pp. Youngsters writing to youngsters about their love of soccer. Illustrated. (Good)

By John Reseck. 1990, Prentice Hall Press, 224pp. Revised edition. A general how-to of scuba diving, outlining equipment needs, clothing, and technique/safety of diving. (Near Fine)

By Dennis Graver (editor). 1991, National Association of Underwater Instructors, 298pp, 11x8.5". Second edition. SCUBA diving instruction manual. (VG)

By Lloyd Bridges and Bill Barada. 1960 (1965), Cornerstone Library, 170pp. By the actor in the 1960s TV series, "Sea Hunt." (Good. Pages slightly yellowed)

By Des Sleightholme and Andrew Bray and Tpom Cunliffe and Bill Anderson. 1989, Stanford Maritime, 144pp. "Match wits against four experts in tests of navigation, seamanship, emergencies, more. Answers provided." (Near Fine)

By Lousi D. Rubin. 1991, Atlantic Monthly Press, 394pp. About author's lifetime obsession with boats, his boating adventures and experiences building a cabin cruiser. (Fine)

By Timothy Gallwey. 1977, Random, 142pp. " A motivational book on how to get into skiing and to get through all your fears to become a great skiier. Based on psychocybernetics." (VG+ in Fair DJ)

(8/8/00) - Also listed on California.

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