Explore 65 of the best rail-trails and other multiuse pathways in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. All across the country, unused railroad corridors have been converted into public multiuse trails. Level and accessible, these paths are ideal for a brisk fitness walk, bike ride, or stroll with the family. In  Rail-Trails Pacific Northwest , the experts from Rails to Trails Conservancy present the best of these routes, as well as other multiuse pathways, in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. Many rail-trails are paved and run within view of the most scenic parts of town. Others offer rugged scenery on ungroomed, mostly dirt, and somewhat...

A completely new, comprehensive, full-color guide to the most iconic trails across Oregon Includes “Best for” trail lists for wildflower viewing, fishing, views, waterfalls, and more Detailed full-color topo maps and stunning color photos complement every trail The varied landscapes of Oregon are a year-round hikers paradise, offering an abundance of volcanic peaks, dramatic coastlines, lush forests, wide-open high deserts, winding canyons, and sparkling alpine lakes. Hiking expert and author Eli Boschetto brings his deep knowledge and passion for trails and Oregon’s hiking community to  100 Classic Hikes:...

Super Explorers brings you ALL the knots you might need for camping, sailing or tying up your sister: • Basic Knots―General purpose knots for tying packages, bandages or binding objects together, e.g. Reef or Square Knot • Bends―Knots used to join two lengths of rope or other material, e.g. Fisherman’s Knot • Loops―Knots that make a loop of rope that can be either fixed or sliding, e.g. Harness Loop • Stoppers―Knots that are used to prevent a rope from passing through a hole or to keep the end of a rope from fraying, e.g. Figure 8 Stopper • Hitches―Knots that are used to attach a rope to an object like a rail, post, ring or another rope,...

A virtually undiscovered backpacking paradise, Idaho has numerous wilderness areas of mind-boggling size. Backpackers can find complete solitude, wildlife, and some of North America's most outstanding scenery. Backpacking Idaho takes you to what author Doug Lorain calls a "Shangri-la" for backpackers. In the craggy Selkirk Mountains you'll find lush forests, small cirque lakes, and jagged granite peaks. Watch for ospreys, river otters, and belted kingfishers in the swift Selway River. Explore hundreds of miles of trails in the gently rolling forested hills in north-central Idaho, or head to Hell's Canyon, the deepest gorge in North...