Hikes with Tykes

Hikes with Tykes
Author: Rob Bignell
Publisher:
Total Pages: 96
Release: 2012-07
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9780985873905

Listing more than 100 diversions, "Hikes with Tykes: Games and Activities" provides anyone taking kids on a day hike with loads of tried and true amusements to keep children from getting unruly or bored. Topics include: activities to get kids excited about a day hike; crafts in which kids make their own hiking gear; recipes for healthy snacks on the trail; games that will help kids better understand and appreciate nature; and post-hike activities to keep kids excited about the sport. Culled from the experiences of fellow outdoor-minded parents, “Hikes with Tykes: Games and Activities” is the most comprehensive collection of diversions available, with something for every age group and childhood interest.

Hikes with Tykes

Hikes with Tykes
Author: Rob Bignell
Publisher:
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2011-07-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9780615512204

Day hiking with kids isn't quite as simple as taking the kids onto a trail and walking. Many parents have no idea where there even is a trail. They wonder how to keep their kids properly dressed for the wilds and how they'll ever carry their infant all those miles. They struggle to figure out how much water and food to bring. They ponder what to do when their children get bored on the trail or start to misbehave. They know there must be a better way to cross rough terrain than the balancing act they're attempting. They want to understand how to treat injuries from blisters to broken bones, of what to do if they're lost or even forced to stay the night in the woods. This book covers all of that and more. Hikes with Tykes author Rob Bignell is an avid hiker, long-time editor, and former infantry grunt who's been taking his son on day hikes for nearly five years. Together they've scaled summits almost two miles high, crossed America's driest deserts, and walked beneath trees soaring 15 stories over their heads. Now he shares his knowledge and experience with you to ensure you and your children enjoy the perfect day hike.

Wild Walks Aotearoa

Wild Walks Aotearoa
Author: Hannah-Rose Watt
Publisher: Penguin Random House New Zealand Limited
Total Pages: 329
Release: 2024-10-15
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1776953762

‘Welcome to the land of Aotearoa, where waterfalls cascade from mountains that touch the clouds, ancient trees whisper and wild, untamed wilderness lies.’ Clip together your waist strap and tighten your boots, this practical and vibrant guide from experienced adventurer Hannah-Rose Watt is for anyone interested in exploring our wilderness — from absolute beginners looking to dip their toes into the world of tramping, to families, to seasoned adventurers seeking inspiration for technical backcountry journeys. Featuring 59 walks across New Zealand’s North and South islands, this practical guide is for anyone keen to explore Aotearoa’s wilderness on foot. Containing key info about essential gear; safety on the tracks; how to read topographical maps and trail markers; hut and track etiquette; advice for solo and female trampers; and details and logistics for each walk, this book will be your new tramping companion. Packed with well-trodden and lesser-known walks — from quickies while on a roadie, to hikes for tykes and multi-day journeys — you’ll find options for all ages, fitness and experience levels. Lavishly illustrated with photographs of New Zealand’s picturesque landscapes, Wild Walks Aotearoa is a must-own, whether for inspiration on your coffee table or planning your next adventure.

Lil Macdonald Likes to Hike!

Lil Macdonald Likes to Hike!
Author: Jennifer Taylor Tormalehto
Publisher: Johnson Books
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2012-05
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9781555664510

Showcases the animals living in Rocky Mountain National Park by describing each in the style of the song, "Old MacDonald Had A Farm." Features elk, coyotes, eagle, black bear, squirrel, moose, beavers, cougar, bighorn sheep, marmot, ravens, pikas. Includes descriptions of a dozen "hikes for tykes" in the park: Bear Lake Nature Trail and Bear Lake to Emerald Lake, Alberta Falls, Sprague Lake Nature Trail, Cub Lake, The Pool, Alluvial Fan, Lumpy Ridge Area and Gem Lake, Lily Lake Trail, Copeland Falls and Calypso Cascades, Tundra Communities Trail, Coyote Valley Trail, Adams Falls. Suggests equipment to take along and park etiquette. Concludes with a brief history of Rocky Mountain National Park.

Best Hikes with Kids: Western Washington

Best Hikes with Kids: Western Washington
Author: Susan Elderkin
Publisher: Mountaineers Books
Total Pages: 410
Release: 2018-03-14
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1680510150

Trails specifically selected with younger hikers in mind Tips for family vacation destinations Features easy-to-access “nature fixes” throughout Western Washington Author Susan Elderkin has seen her kids express wonder and glee at discovering insects and flowers, melt down in tearful defiance in the middle of a trail, and triumphantly reach a summit and view. In short, she’s a regular mom who wants to encourage other parents to get their regular kids out into nature too. While Susan is an expert hiker in her own right, it’s her children who helped her to see hiking from a kid’s point of view. The result is Best Hikes with Kids: Western Washington, a fresh and wholly new guide for families looking for quality time together away from their distracting devices. Guidebook features include: 125 hikes—carefully selected and vetted by both parents and children Routes range in length from less than 2 miles (great for toddlers) to as much as 6 miles (for older kids who want to test themselves) Handy info blocks give a quick snapshot of each hike: best season, difficulty, length, high point, and elevation gain 13 “Great Getaways”—weekend or vacation destinations around the state with hiking trails and other family-fun activities Colorful icons indicate star attractions of the hike: splash zone, wildflowers, old-growth, dog-friendliness, stroller-accessibility, and more “Best of” lists make it easy for families to match hikes to their kids’ interests Driving directions, complete trail information, GPS trailhead coordinates, and color map included for each hike Tips on how to motivate kids on the trail, what’s appropriate for different ages, nature facts, and more Whether you’re looking for the best hikes to hug a really big tree; take a fun and refreshing dip; see birds, animals, or waterfalls; go on a winter day; or stuff yourself with berries, Best Hikes with Kids: Western Washington has you covered.

Best Hikes with Kids

Best Hikes with Kids
Author: Laure Latham
Publisher: The Mountaineers Books
Total Pages: 370
Release: 2011-07-28
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1594854971

CLICK HERE to download two sample hikes from Best Hikes with Kids San Francisco * Features more than 100 kid-friendly trails * A comprehensive guide for families hiking in the Bay Area! In this colorful guidebook to the best family trails in the entire Bay Area -- including Sonoma and Santa Cruz counties -- author Laure Latham developed her list of hikes not just through personal experience, but also by interviewing local parent groups to hear what families really want when they hike with kids. Beyond detailed trail descriptions, Best Hikes with Kids: San Francisco Bay Area features: * Info on junior ranger/kid recognition programs * Guidebook section on environmental awareness for kids * Trail safety and how to easily identify poison oak and poison hemlock * Stroller-friendly and dog-friendly hikes * Trails near campgrounds, playgrounds, or quality picnic areas * Best hikes accessible via Bay Area public transit * Best hikes with nearby farms or nature museums —

Day Hiking Trails of Gooseberry Falls State Park

Day Hiking Trails of Gooseberry Falls State Park
Author: Rob Bignell
Publisher:
Total Pages: 88
Release: 2016-03-15
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9780996162531

Imagine a place where five waterfalls spill over billion-year-old rock, all within a mile of one another, where both incredible vistas of the world's largest freshwater lake and paths past an array of sweet-scented wildflowers await, where you can traipse through historic handcrafted stone buildings or alongside a creek meandering about an evergreen forest. The place is real: It's called Gooseberry Falls State Park, which many consider the crown jewel of Minnesota's multitude of natural gems. With this book, you can: Plan a day of fun family-friendly activities Learn the best places to see the park's waterfalls Discover the Lake Superior shoreline Find directions, picnic areas, parking lots and more! With the "Hittin' the Trail" series, you'll never need another hiking guide to any of your favorite destinations. We'll see you on the trail!"

Brown

Brown
Author: Nancy Johnson James
Publisher: Abrams
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2020-09-22
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 164700358X

Celebrating all the beautiful browns in one child’s colorful family Mama’s brown is chocolate, clear, dark, and sweet. Daddy’s brown is autumn leaf, or like a field of wheat. Granny’s brown is like honey, and Papa’s like caramel. In this loving and lovely ode to the color brown, a boy describes the many beautiful hues of his family, including his own—gingerbread.

Little Feet Hiking

Little Feet Hiking
Author: Jessica Becker
Publisher:
Total Pages: 173
Release: 2018-03-15
Genre:
ISBN: 9781980326144

Are you wondering where to take your little one (ages 2-6) hiking in around Vancouver, Washington? Tired of the same old paved trails and looking for something that is less risky for kiddos but also fun for us adults? Want some tips on how to build hiking confidence and skills, all while engaging with your kiddos in nature?Well read on! I've written this book to help local families in Southwest Washington find non-paved hikes that are not only skill-appropriate and confidence-building for their little kids but are also interesting to us as adults. This book includes hikes of different skill levels and is meant to give you options as kids' hiking skills develop. Each hike entry also has trail-specific tips and interesting facts that will help you engage with your kiddos on that particular trail. This book is appropriate for newbie hikers and avid hikers alike. You'll need to do your own research on gear and assessing your own skills but I do offer some ideas on how to get started. Thankfully, there is a wealth of information online about how to get out hiking with your kids, what to wear, and gear to buy. The information lacking seems to be WHERE TO GO! This book covers urban and wilderness hikes, year round and seasonal hikes, hikes high up in the mountains, deep in the forest, and along waterways. I'm excited to share my family's passion with others and inspire you to get out with your kids and explore!

NPR's Podcast Start Up Guide

NPR's Podcast Start Up Guide
Author: Glen Weldon
Publisher: Ten Speed Press
Total Pages: 305
Release: 2021-06-29
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0593139097

From NPR comes the definitive guide to podcasting—featuring step-by-step advice on how to find a unique topic, tell the best stories, and engage the most listeners, as well as the secrets that will take your pod to the next level. Whoever you are, whatever you love, there’s a podcast audience waiting for you, and in today’s booming audio storytelling landscape, it’s never been easier to share your voice with the world. But while the barrier to entry for podcast production is relatively low (just the cost of a mic and a laptop), the learning curve is steep—and quality matters. That’s where NPR comes in. In NPR’s Podcast Start Up Guide, Glen Weldon draws on NPR’s extensive educational materials and army of talent—from recognizable hosts, such as Guy Raz (How I Built This), Gene Demby (Code Switch), Linda Holmes (Pop Culture Happy Hour), and Yowei Shaw (Invisibilia), to indispensable behind-the-scenes players, such as producers, engineers, and editors—to guide aspiring podcasters through the conception, creation, and launch of a podcast. Part master class, part candid informational interview with the best in the business, this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to make their dream of starting a podcast a reality.