Washoe County Library System

**Shortlisted for the Crimetime Award 2022** **Swedish Academy of Crime Writers' Award Best Debut of the Year** Two couples set out together on a hiking trip that goes terrifyingly wrong in this addictive psychological thriller for fans of Ruth Ware and Lucy Foley. Anna, Henrik and Milena's annual hiking trip is just around the corner. This year, however, Anna and Henrik have a hard time saying no when Milena asks if her boyfriend, Jacob, can tag...

"Explore Europe on Foot offers practical information on how to plan and accomplish a hiking vacation in Europe. The author offers details on 15 select routes, a sampling of day hikes, and information on how to find trails across the region. Includes packing lists, travel and gear information, and advice on selecting a trip"-- "Move over traditional sightseeing, throngs of visitors, and tourist traps! Explore Europe on Foot gives travelers an alternative...

"The most authoritative and detailed guide to climbing Africa's highest mountain At 19,341ft Kilimanjaro is Africa's highest mountain. Yet with no mountaineering skills necessary to reach the summit, even non-climbers can experience the thrill of climbing one of the world's greatest peaks. Includes full practical details – getting to Tanzania and Kenya, town guides and maps to Nairobi, Dar es Salaam, Arusha, Moshi and Marangu. Routes covered on...

Discover classic destinations and lesser-known jewels of the Northern California coast through 59 incomparable hikes. The rugged Northern California coast of Mendocino, Humboldt, and Del Norte counties is widely considered North America’s most dramatic stretch of coastline. Steep bluffs, rocky beaches, and offshore rock formations combine to create a stunning seascape. Above it, the forest contains the world’s tallest trees. Follow award-winning...

"At 5895m, Kilimanjaro is the single highest freestanding mountain in the world and one of the coveted Seven Summits. With its readily accessible, non-technical slopes, abundance of porters and relatively mild weather, it is possible to get to the top of Uhuru Peak without any technical climbing ability and every year more than 20,000 people make the attempt on organized expeditions. Surprisingly, few actually succeed. This guide helps the walker...

"The National Park Service manages more than 21,000 miles of hiking trails across 85 million acres of land. Yellowstone alone is home to more than 1,000 miles within its 2.2 million acres. Choosing the right trails is no easy task. The Dayhiker's Guide is here to help simplify hiking decisions. With 198 color trail maps, it details 280 of the best hiking trails in the United States. Distance and difficulty. Elevation and elevation gain. It’s all...

Sam, Derek, and Caitlin track down the mystery of the stolen eagles at historic Maymont. "Sam, Derek and Caitlin have encountered many mysteries together, but when they visit Maymont, Richmond's historic estate, danger is lurking at every turn. A chance meeting with a mysterious stranger leads to a frantic chase and a desperate message to save Maymont's bald eagles. When Sam receives an eerie warning in the middle of the night, Derek and Caitlin...

"Outward Bound Backcountry Cooking is a handy resource on the fundamentals of great trail food, including information about food preparation and storage, cooking tips for different weather, keeping food fresh, and planning and packing meals plus recipes for great outdoor meals. In partnership with outdoor leader Outward Bound, this book combines expert instruction with practical tips to ensure a fun and a satisfying meal for your next outdoor adventure"-- "Outward...

The tale begins with Gil, who In the wake of his father's death and recently fired from his job, agrees to accompany his father's old hiking partner Syd on a month-long trek on the John Muir Trail. There's just one problem: Gil hates camping and is woefully unprepared for the rigors of the journey. Moreover, he soon learns Syd may not survive the hike...Former Sierra Club leader Ethan Gallogly takes you on a wild tour across the Range of Light, describing...