Over 400 photos of representative feathers from 379 species How to identify not only what bird a feather came from but also what kind of feather it is Range maps and wing type given for each bird This guide teaches birders to use the characteristics of wing types and feather morphology to identify feathers–not only by species but …
“Excellent … invaluable.” — The New York Times, on Dave HughesPopular reference work updated with full-color photos of the insectsAn understandable approach and useful guide to fishing hatchesCovers mayflies, caddisflies, stoneflies, midges, dragonflies, boatmen, alderflies, and hellgrammites Fishing success comes from making wise observations on stream and acting on them right away. In Handbook of Hatches, Hughes teaches …
“When it comes to explaining how to catch the world’s most interesting gamefish, no one does it better than Chico Fernández. His explanations are clear, memorable, entertaining, and informed by a lifetime of observation.”–Marshall Cutchin, publisher of MidCurrentIf you’re looking to spend some time chasing one of the Atlantic’s most popular sport fish, this book can help make …
Precision Bowhunting: A Year-Round Approach to Taking Mature Whitetails
Another must-have title from the authors of the bestselling Bowhunting Pressured Whitetails (0-8117-2819-6) Lays out a hunting program for the entire year, including preparation and training during the off-season Especially useful for hunting high-pressure areas and it explains how to best take advantage of the rut Father-and-son team John and Chris Eberhart have joined once again to share …
A book to transform the performance of all clay shooters Proven tournament techniques Written by one of the world’s leading instructors Breaking Clays is a comprehensive and practical book that presents in- depth advice and instruction for shooters of all disciplines. Beginning with the basics and advancing to proven tournament techniques, the book is packed with invaluable tips …
Complete guide to trapping raccoon, muskrat, mink, otter, beaver, and a variety of other speciesAuthoritative advice on matching the right trap–whether leg-hold, body gripper, or snare–to each furbearer Species-specific instructions for making sets that deliver and tips for preparing and marketing pelts to maximize profits Trapping has become somewhat of a lost art, but interest in the sport …
Self-Coached Climber: The Guide to Movement, Training, Performance
“Still the best book on improving at climbing … worth every penny and more.” — Dave MacLeod, online climbing coach blog In full color with 52 practical training exercises designed to advance technique Detailed anatomical illustrations explain climbing physiology Includes an 85-minute DVD that shows concepts in action A dynamic package of training …
Authoritative information presented by a certified USAF Survival School Instructor Organized and indexed for easy reference Living, not just surviving, by choice in the wild can be a rewarding experience. This easy-to-use guide looks beyond the fundamentals of survival and examines the art of living long-term in the wilderness. Hunting techniques, meat preservation, clothing improvisation, shelter design, and …
The dehydrator is an incredibly useful tool for long-term food storage and making the most of your garden harvest. The Ultimate Dehydrator Cookbook contains everything you need to know to get the greatest value from a home dehydrator.Includes tips on selecting a dehydrator, as well as proper sanitation, storage, and rehydration techniquesIndividual entries on how to dehydrate all …
Kamado Grill Cookbook, The: Foolproof Techniques for Smoking & Grilling plus 193 Delicious Recipes
“Fred Thompson thinks like a flame and always knows what every ingredient wants…and why.”–Peter Kaminsky, editor of The Essential New York Times Grilling Cookbook and co-author of Mallmann on Fire”A great introduction to the kamado grill, with excellent recipes not just for grilling, smoking, and smoke-roasting but also for baking and braising, for which the kamado is uniquely …