Washoe County Library System

Between Mt. Whitney and Lake Tahoe is the true Sierra Nevada, a land of granite, glacial ice and alpine lakes. Here you will find forests of giant sequoias, wildflowered meadows and steep V-shaped river canyons. Among the areas this guide explores: The Eastern Sierra, including Mammoth Lakes and Mono Lake Nevada and Lake Tahoe The Western Sierra, encompassing Gold Country Yosemite Kings Canyon, Sequoia and the Sierra National Forest You'll...

Packed with information and advice from some of the best adventure pilots in the sport. From vol-bivouac to para-alpinism to hike-and-fly, from eight-minute flights to 2,000km long odysseys we showcase what’s possible in some of the most beautiful flying locations on the planet. Plus, we take a look at the very best new technology and equipment, explaining how you can use or adapt it to help you get more out of your own next adventure. From

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"Don't just survive, thrive in the great outdoors! This handy guidebook provides unique tips and tricks to transform any camping trip into a glamping vacay, including defense against weather extremes, hygiene hacks, and unplugged entertainment options"--Provided by publisher.

"This introductory guide to the worlds of the leading fantasy role-playing game franchise provides an immersive illustrated primer to the beasts and creatures of D&D. In this illustrated guide for new players, you're transported to the mystical and magical worlds of Dungeons & Dragons and given a one-of-a-kind course on the monsters for which the game (and all of its iterations) is known. Featuring direct, pithy insights on the monsters and how players...