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A collection of frightening stories from the Gem State.

41 day hikes and overnight trips in Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York.

Compelling account of the Winter War between Finland and the Soviet Union The Soviets expected to crush Finnish forces in mere days, but the Finns broke the Red Army's advance and held out for almost four months Authentic depiction of frontline fighting in the harshest of conditions Based on eyewitness testimony, war diaries, battle reports, and other records

Find out about all the strange phenomena that abounds in Virginia.

IncludesArrowhead's Devil DogsSpirits of the VikingsPhantom racehorse Dan PatchThe legend of the fearsome WindegoThe ghost ship Minnesota

In this book, Nick Curcione covers his entire saltwater system (knots, rigging, tackle, approach) with detailed information on shooting heads, sinking lines, and two-handed rods for the salt, which have not been covered thoroughly in any other book. Includes the author's favorite flies and clear illustrations of the best knots for rigging.

Comfortable yet on-trend, oversize fashion is a stylist's favorite look. These extra-large sweaters knit up fast with bulky yarns and balance beautifully with skinny jeans or leggings. Explore easy knit/purl texture, give cables a try, or knit a ribbed cardigan.

Keep Warm--In Style!Boot cuffs are just the thing to add a little spice to your style! Peeking just over your boot tops, they can be lacy, sporty, thick and warm, or delicate and feminine. Best of all, they are easy-to-knit tubes with minor shaping--no tricky foot as with a sock--so they knit up fast.

Knitted Designs-FAST!Knitting a beautiful scarf, hat, or gloves doesn't have to take weeks, or even days! In Knits in a Day, there are 40 patterns you can finish in a matter of hours. Whether you need a last-minute gift or encounter unexpected weather for your outdoor outing, you'll have gorgeous knitted accessories in no time.

Easy-to-make designs for 33 chic leather braceletsMake the most of one of todays hottest jewelry trends with Leather Bracelets, a collection of 33 beautiful beaded, knotted, and braided accessories that would be at home on the shelves of the most stylish designer boutiques. Gorgeous worn alone but even more stylish stacked, these bracelets can be made with readily available leather cord and findings and a few basic jewelry-making tools. Each hand-crafted bracelet can be made unique just by changing the colors and chosen charms or beads. Sized precisely to fit the recipient, these bracelets are sure to please!

A thorough exploration of contemporary use of soft-hackle flies--including nymphs, emergers, and dry flies--that pushes the boundaries of how these types of flies can be used.

This follow-up to Naturally Curious, a National Outdoor Book Award winner, is a day-by-day account of nature observations throughout the year. Daily entries includes entertaining and enlightening observations about specific animal or plant activity.

Fly fishers often ask Tom Rosenbauer how they can take their angling to the next level, and in this his latest book, he expertly answers. With Rosenbauer as guide, you'll learn how to understand what's going on in a trout's world, what makes them feed or not, and how to feel and be more proficient at this addicting pastime.

How to recycle household waste to make quality compost You don¿t need a science degree or a shed full of sophisticated equipment to make quality compost. What you need to get started is the know-how provided in this basic how-to book along a little elbow grease and the pile of organic materials you regularly throw away. Nature does the rest. Whether you live in the suburbs, country, or city, whether you have a garden or not, you can recycle household waste in an environmentally friendly way and turn it into black gold: compost. Yoüll learn what and how to compost, how to make or buy bins, how to build a compost pile and make compost tea, and how to compost with worms. It¿s simple and easy to do, and the best part is that yoüll be saving money and helping to save the earth as well.

An eye-catching, delicate shawl brightens up any look, and because the pieces are crocheted, they work up quickly, so you'll be enjoying your new shawls before you know it. A variety of construction methods are explored in the 27 patterns, and the patterns are divided by skill level so that you can easily find a pattern that suits your skills and then build upon what you learn. Start in the beginner section with basic pi shawls, triangle shawls, stoles, and ponchos, then try the same construction with a more advanced stitch pattern in the intermediate or advanced pattern sections. Modern patterns with a retro vibe, these pieces are always in style!

Learn an updated take on the vintage art of broomstick lace with easy-to-follow photo tutorials! Made using a super-huge needle (the "broomstick") and a crochet hook, this technique creates a very distinctive cluster lace stitch that's fun and fast to crochet.

Detailed descriptions of 37 trails. Information on terrain, difficulty, precautions, contacts. Directions to each trail and descriptions of features along the trek.

Find out about the bizarre creatures that live in West Virginia.

Find out about the bizarre and mysterious creatures living in Wisconsin.

First-time backpackers as well as seasoned backcountry cooks will learn from the cookbook used by the experts in outdoor education. This new edition includes nutritional information for the 200 recipes, plus a section of recipes from around the world, new recipes for lightweight backpacking, and food that can be prepared in advance of the trip.

Stanislaw Skalski was the top Polish fighter ace and the first Allied fighter ace of World War II. His in-the-cockpit memoir vividly describes what it was like to take on the vaunted German Luftwaffe.

There are many reasons that headbands and ear warmers are ever-popular! They can be used to keep your hair back, block the wind, and add a little warmth, all while making a chic fashion statement. This book includes patterns for 30 headbands, from traditional skinny bands to lacy mesh beach bands to colorful wide bands great for outdoor exercise.

Fly patterns, step-by-step tying instructions, and fishing tips from hardcore West Coast and Great Lakes steelheaders, including over 30 tiers from around the country. Features in-depth analysis on topics such as important fly design characteristics and unconventional wisdom at the vise and on the water.

The U.S. 70th Tank Battalion boasts one of the most impressive combat records of any American armored unit in World War II. It was in the thick of the action in North Africa, Sicily, D-Day, Normandy, the Battle of the Bulge, and the final drive into Germany. This is the story of one of the most distinguished American tank units of World War II.