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EPL Picks Summer: Go Wild this Summer!

If your summer vacation is taking you into the wilderness, we have some book to help you on your way!

Edmonton Public Library

10 items

  • Kayaking Made Easy

    a Manual for Beginners With Tips for the Experienced

    Stuhaug, Dennis O.
    Whether you're taking a float through Edmonton's river valley or you're trying something more challenging on mountain rapids, we can help you get started with your summer kayak adventure!
    Book, 2013Guilford, Conn : Globe Pequot Press, [2013] — 797.1224 STU
  • If you're looking to get the kids out into the wilderness, try some of this family-friendly hikes in the Rockies.
    Book, 2020[Victoria, British Columbia] : Rocky Mountain Books, [2020] — 796.51097 NUG
  • The Bold and Cold

    a History of 25 Classic Climbs in the Canadian Rockies

    Pullan, Brandon
    If your summer wilderness adventure is more vertically inclined, read up on some of the Canadian Rockies' classic climbs to get you ready for your own reach for the top!
    Book, 2016[Victoria, British Columbia] : Rocky Mountain Books, [2016] — 917.11 PUL
  • Maybe this is the summer to try base jumping and experience our province from a bird's eye view.
    Book, 2012Santa Barbara, Calif. : ABC-Clio, 2012. — 796.046 LAU
  • Cool Maps & Geocaching

    Great Things to Do in the Great Outdoors

    Hengel, Katherine
    If you like the challenge of a wilderness scavenger hunt, geocaching might be the adventure for you! Work your way through the wilderness to find hidden checkpoints!
    Book, 2016Minneapolis, Minnesota : Checkerboard Library, [2016] — J 796.58 HEN
  • The Mountain Guide Manual

    the Comprehensive Reference--from Belaying to Rope Systems and Self-rescue

    Chauvin, Marc
    Mountain climbing is more than just walking up hill! Learn about climbing safety systems in this helpful guide.
    Book, 2017Guilford, Connecticut : FalconGuides, [2017] — 796.522 CHA
  • Looking to put your cycling skills to the test this summer? Head off road with this Mountain Bike Trail Guide!
    eBook, 2011London : Bloomsbury Pub., 2011. — Internet Access
  • Seasons of a Fly Fisher

    Fly Fishing Canada's Western Waters

    Smith, Brian, 1947-
    Perhaps you're looking for a more peaceful wilderness activity? A quiet misty morning in the water? What a wonderful way to take in the wilderness!
    Book, 2013Halfmoon Bay, B.C. : Caitlin Press, [2013] — 799.124 SMI
  • After you've put in your day of wilderness adventuring, head back to camp to kick back and relax! This guide will help you make sure that camp is truly awesome!
    Book, 2017North Mankato, Minnesota : Capstone Press, [2017] — J 796.54 VEN
  • There's no better way to wrap up a day out in the wilderness than ghost stories around the campfire. Did that shadow just move!?
    Book, 2018Victoria : Heritage House, [2018] — 398.20971 SMI