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Catching-101: The Complete Guide for Baseball Catchers - Hardcover

$56.59

by Xan Barksdale (Author)CATCHING-101: The Complete Guide for Baseball Catchers is the most comprehensive book ever written for baseball catchers. It contains tips, drills, and proper mechanics that will help every catcher or coach better understand the most difficult position on the field. This book contains information on EVERY aspect of catching that Coach Barksdale has learned through his years of experience from coaching nationally ranked NCAA teams, and playing at almost every level fro...

Sugar: Micheal Ray Richardson, Eighties Excess, and the NBA - Hardcover

$24.95

by Charley Rosen (Author)The 1980s were arguably the NBA's best decade, giving rise to Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, and Michael Jordan. They were among the game's greatest players who brought pro basketball out of its 1970s funk and made it faster, more fluid, and more exciting. Off the court the game was changing rapidly too, with the draft lottery, shoe commercials, and a style driven largely by excess. One player who personified the eighties excess is Micheal Ray Richardson. During his eigh...

The Ultimate Guide to U.S. Army Survival: Skills, Tactics, and Techniques - Paperback

$24.95

by Department of the Army (Author), Jay McCullough (Editor)With almost 1000 illustrated pages of official US Army instruction, this is the biggest, most thorough book of Army skills available. It's a treasure trove for active soldiers and anyone who wants to know how the US military operates. Here are the most useful and curious tactics for the would-be soldier, historian, movie-maker, writer, or survivalist, including techniques on: First aid Survival in the hottest or coldest of climates F...

Home Manufacture Of Furs And Skins (Legacy Edition): A Classic Manual On Traditional Tanning, Dressing, And Preserving Animal Furs For Ornament, Appar - Paperback

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by Albert B. Farnham (Author)A Classic Vintage Handbook on Fur and Skin Tanning and PreservationThis deluxe unabridged reprint Legacy Edition of expert taxidermist and furrier Albert Farnham's classic manual Home Manufacture of Furs and Skins is full of classic tips and methods for making your own home-tanned skins and preserved furs. Originally published in 1916, this vintage book is a great addition to the library of any budding or veteran hunter, taxidermist, outdoorsman, cabin enthusiast,...

One Night Wilderness: Portland: Top Backcountry Getaways Within Three Hours of the City - Hardcover

$37.75

by Becky Ohlsen (Author), Douglas Lorain (Author)This comprehensive guide presents 58 featured one- or two-night backpacking trips, plus more than 40 bonus trips, within three hours of Portland, OregonAuthor BiographyBecky Ohlsen has lived in Portland since 1995. She is a freelance writer and editor who has contributed to a variety of publications, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning newsweekly "Willamette Week," "The Oregonian," "Portland Monthly" and Lonely Planet, for which she has writte...

A Twisting Journey Continues: Northern Oregon Backroads Guide to the PCT - Paperback

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by Ed W. McBee (Author)A Twisting Journey Continues describes a high country backroads trip following and intersecting the Pacific Crest Trail in Northern Oregon from Willamette Pass to the Bridge of the Gods. It's filled with detailed descriptions of the sights, attractions, and human and natural histories along the way.For hikers, the guide provides an easy reference showing each place the PCT intersects a road with trail miles and elevations included. Several day-hikes along the way are al...

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by Bill Nowlin (Editor), Mike Gibbons (Foreword by)"The history of baseball in Baltimore is as deep-rooted and tradition-rich as anywhere in America. If you are a fan of our national pastime, I am certain you will enjoy scrolling through this compelling chronicle of what makes Baltimore baseball unique. From Ruth to Ripken, from the Elite Giants to our Baltimore Orioles, there's nothing quite as intriguing as these tales of our orange and black." -Mike Gibbons, Director Emeritus, Babe Ruth Bi...

The Awesome Fisherman's Fishing Log Book: A Journal For Anglers To Record And Track Fishing Trips And Catch Statistics - Paperback

$17.03

by Dubreck World Publishing (Author)An essential journal for fishermen to log and track fishing trips and catch stats, with well laid out spaces and prompts for the date, location, companions, weather, air temp, water temp, wind speed, wind direction, moon phase, water clarity, water level, fishing rod / reel, bait, lures, rig, fishing method, further notes, species caught, length, weight, girth, largest catch stats and total fish caught. This would make a nostalgic keepsake to look back at a...

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by E. S. Churchill (Author)This antiquarian book contains an account of a ten day-long tarpon fishing trip off the coast of Florida. This interesting and entertaining account is highly recommended for fishing enthusiasts, and will be of special utility to those with a particular interest in tarpon fishing. Many antiquarian books such as this are increasingly hard to come by and expensive, and it is with this in mind that we are republishing this book now in an affordable, modern, high quality...

The Book of Horse Show Patterns: Showmanship, English Equitation, Western Horsemanship, Trail, and Reining Exercises for Equestrians - Paperback

$20.23

by Lyndsi Pratt (Author)The Book of Horse Show Patterns is an essential resource for horse show prep! With a variety of patterns escalating in difficulty for showmanship, English equitation, western horsemanship, trail, and reining, you and your horse will climb the levels and be ready for anything the judges ask of you at your next show. These unique and challenging patterns will test your connection with your horse and refine your skills and precision. A wonderful resource for riding instru...

Pickleball Essentials For Beginners: The Only Book You'll Need to Start Playing Pickleball and Get Good Fast - Paperback

$18.70

by Joshua Aerhart (Author)Discover the ultimate guide to mastering pickleball, designed specifically for beginners! This comprehensive book is your key to unlocking the joys and skills of one of the fastest-growing sports. Step into the world of pickleball with an engaging introduction to its history and allure, especially for newcomers. Each chapter methodically unfolds essential aspects of the game, from basic rules and equipment selection to advanced playing techniques and strategic gamepl...

Montana Horse Racing: A History - Hardcover

$36.70

by Brenda Wahler (Author)For centuries, on prairie grasslands, dusty streets and racing ovals, everyday Montanans participated in the sport of kings. More than a century after horses arrived in the region, Lewis and Clark's Nez Perce guides staged horse races at Traveler's Rest in 1806. In response to hazardous street races, the Montana legislature granted communities authority to ban "immoderate riding or driving." Helena led the way to respectable racing, with Madam Coady's fashion course h...

Shadow Warrior: Ninja Secrets of Invisibility, Mind Reading, and Thought Control - Paperback

$18.00

by Jotaro (Author)Do virtually anything with almost nothing. With riveting real-life examples and step-by-step instruction, this revelatory work from the renowned martial arts historian and practitioner Jotaro guides you through the principles of kochojutsu, the art of the butterfly: a specialized means of controlling your body and mind, your environment, and your foes to achieve your own ends. In plain language Jotaro renders the esoteric and technical aspects of spycraft, martial arts, psyc...

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by Michael Mattheis (Author), Justin Mattheis (Author), Collin Mattheis (Author)Follow along as 5 year-old Trae discovers why his family loves golf and how he learns some of the many life lessons this wonderful outdoor game presents. Golf and its many variations, like putt-putt and Top Golf, offer challenging and fun activities suitable for all ages. One particular life lesson Trae discovers is the importance of diversity and inclusion. Trae is fortunate to be surrounded by a diverse group of...

The View from the Stands: A Season with America's Baseball Fans - Paperback

$15.95

by Johanna Wagner (Author)The View from the Stands is both the story of one fan's love of the game and an examination of the effect baseball has had on fans everywhere throughout its history. A collection of stories and insights compiled during the summer of 2002 in each of MLB's thirty parks, The View from the Stands provides us with the fans' perspective on every team and stadium in the league, and on the most important issues currently affecting the game. It gives a voice to the masses of ...

A Fly Fisherman's Blue Ridge - Paperback

$30.19

by Christopher Camuto (Author)This new edition of A Fly Fisherman's Blue Ridge offers readers a chance to revisit a contemporary classic of fly fishing literature, a book that takes the reader through a year of fly fishing backcountry mountain streams from Pennsylvania to Georgia. Camuto's love of trout fishing is wedded to a keen awareness of both history and nature. Although the author has fished for trout from Oregon to Russia, he still lives in the shadow of the Blue Ridge and still consi...

$12.95

by Frank del Monte (Author)Back Jacket-- Maps-- Directions-- Riding times-- Day rides-- One week tours-- Safety tips-- Airlines info-- Arizona trivia-- Weather facts-- Hotel Info-- Attractions: -- Grand Canyon-- Ghost Towns-- Trains-- Mines-- Museums-- Indian Reservations Number of Pages: 142 Dimensions: 0.41 x 8.52 x 5.56 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: December 01, 1994

Captain Blue on the Blue Blazes: The First Solo Thru-Hike of Ohio's 1,444 Mile Buckeye Trail - Paperback

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by Andy Niekamp (Author)Imagine walking 1,444 miles with a backpack carrying the bare necessities of life, 26 maps, and a whole lot of grit. When three-time Appalachian Trail Hiker, Andy "Captain Blue" Niekamp decided to hike Ohio's Buckeye Trail, he took on the challenge of his life. On this 88-day adventure, Captain Blue found things he didn't know he had: a Buckeye Trail family who assisted and encouraged him; a home state rich with scenic beauty and history; the physical, mental, and emot...

I Love Gymnastics Goalbook Journal (purple/stripes cover #4): WAG junior - Paperback

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by Dream Co Publishing (Created by)Women's Artistic Gymnastics GoalbookHave fun writing down your amazing gymnastics goals and achievements in this fun gymnastics goalbook Featuring: * Fun interior style for junior gymnasts* Pages for writing down your gymnastics training goals and outcomes* Pages for writing down your competition goals and achievements* Quotes to inspire you to be the best gymnast you can be Number of Pages: 100 Dimensions: 0.21 x 8 x 5 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date...

Maddie Hoffman Gymnastics Superstar: Triple Trouble Plus One Book 2 - Hardcover

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by Diane C. Wander (Author)Nothing is more important to nine-year-old Maddie Hoffman than gymnastics and making it to "Team." Her chance is just a few weeks away when she will get to try out at the Spring All Around Meet. Maddie knows she is good, but is she good enough for Team competition? The countdown to the big day is a long one with lots of practice and trouble along the way for her and her fellow gymnasts such as bullying and getting hurt. This second book in the "Triple Trouble Plus O...

The Best Flatwater Paddles in Oregon: More Than 50 Great Places to Take Your Standup Paddleboard, Kayak, or Canoe - Paperback

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by Christopher Heaps (Author)So, you bought a standup paddleboard, canoe, or kayak, and you want to know where to paddle? Or, you're interested in SUPing and you want to know the best places to get started?From coastal streams surrounded by wetlands, to pristine high mountain lakes, to the deepest canyon in North America, this book tells you everything you need to know to enjoy the best flatwater paddles in Oregon. Number of Pages: 242 Dimensions: 0.51 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: July 12, 2017

Scottish Fencing: Five 18th Century Texts on the Use of the Small-sword, Broadsword, Spadroon, Cavalry Sword, and Highland Battlefield Tactics - Hardcover

$47.79

by Ben Miller (Author), Jared Kirby (Director), Paul MacDonald (Introduction by)The martial heritage of Scotland and its legendary swordsmen have captured the imagination of readers worldwide for centuries. Likewise, enthusiasts of swordsmanship have cherished classic Scottish fencing treatises by those such as William Hope and Donald McBane. However, up until now, a number of obscure Scottish treatises on the use of the sword have evaded the notice of authors, scholars and researchers. Prese...

Broken: The Suspicious Death of Alydar and the End of Horse Racing's Golden Age - Paperback

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by Fred M. Kray (Author)One fateful winter night, a famous racehorse mysteriously broke his leg while alone in his stall. An investigation ensued, but the real story has never been told...until now. It was a cool, quiet evening at Calumet Farm, where the most valuable racehorses-including the prolific stallion Alydar-had settled into their stalls for the evening. Alton Stone, filling in for the regular night watchman, completed his rounds at the barn. Although nothing seemed out of the ordina...

How To Maintain Mountain Bike: A Complete Guide To Repair And Do Maintenance On Your Mountain Bike - Paperback

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by Diego Steve (Author)How To Maintain Mountain Bike: A Complete Guide To Repair And Do Maintenance On Your Mountain BikeThis is specifically written to teach you how to repair and carry out maintenance activity on your mountain bike. Among the things you will learn include: How to adjust the brakes, lubricate the chain, and mend a flat tire on a bicycleHow to fix common bicycle problems such as a twisted derailleur, a broken chain, and loose spokesHow to properly tune the shifters, derailleu...

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by Martha Louise (Author)Empowering. Heartwarming. Inspirational in its application of life lessons to sports.To advance a level in gymnastics, Adeline must join a team in a new gym. She expects the greatest challenge will be meeting her goals of achieving her skills and scoring high. But when kindhearted Adeline meets two unwelcoming teammates, they give her the jitters, shake her confidence, and trigger a tumble of emotions.The educational value in this fictional sports book for tweens cent...

On the Hunt: A Children's Hunting Quiet Activity Book - Paperback

$10.78

by Sommer Willis (Author)On The Hunt is a kids hunting activity book about while tail deer hunting meant for in-the-stand boredom-busting. From "listening" and "seeing" activities to word searches, coloring pages, and animal track education, this activity book is sure to keep your little hunter entertained (and quiet) during your hunt. Number of Pages: 32 Dimensions: 0.09 x 11 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: October 19, 2022

How to Trap and Snare - A Complete Manual for the Sportsman, Game Preserver and Amateur on the Art of Taking Animals and Birds in Traps, Snares and Ne - Hardcover

$43.18

by William Carnegie (Author)This vintage book contains a complete manual for the sportsman, game preserver, gamekeeper, and amateur on the art of taking animals and birds in traps, snares, and nets. Profusely illustrated and full of invaluable tips, this timeless handbook will be of considerable utility to modern readers, and would make for a worthy addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: "Animal Trapping and Snaring", "The Dorset Trap and Its Varieties", "Humane Traps...

Minnesota Vikings Football Quiz Book: 500 Questions on Everything Purple and Gold - Paperback

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by Chris Bradshaw (Author)Think you know about the Minnesota Vikings? Put your knowledge to the test with this selection of quizzes on everything purple and gold. The book covers the whole history of the franchise, from the Super Bowl near misses of the 70s and the explosive teams of the 1990s through to the exciting Dalvin Cook / Justin Jefferson era of the present day. The biggest names in Vikings history are present and correct so look out for questions on Randy Moss, Cris Carter, Adrian P...

Paths Less Traveled: Tramping on Trails (And Sometimes Not) to Find New Hampshire's Special Places - Paperback

$21.60

by Gordon DuBois (Author)Many a fascinating tale is told in this outstanding collection of hiking columns penned by avid tramper Gordon DuBois. Paths Less Traveled takes the reader along trails - and sometimes off-trail - far and wide across the Lakes Region, the White Mountains, and the lonesome North Country. Within these pages you'll find vivid narratives of treks to peaks, ponds, waterfalls, old logging railroad grades, abandoned villages, big trees, little-known conservation lands, and m...

Intro to Deer Hunting for Kids - Paperback

$20.21

by Frank W. Koretum (Author)Intro to Deer Hunting for Kids Intro to Deer Hunting for Kids contains everything kids want to know before their first deer hunting trip. Kids will learn about: History of Deer Hunting Types of Deer Hunting Gear Safety Scouting for Deer Tracking Deer Aiming for a Perfect Shot Understanding Hunting Conservation Deer Scents Food to Bring And many more hunting topics... Learning about deer hunting can be fun and exciting. This book will open kids your eyes to all thi...

$22.88

by Vlad Evanoff (Author)Success in salt-water fishing depends on many factors which all play a part in the final result. Fishing tackle, lures, baits and other equipment used all have a bearing on the ultimate success or failure of a fishing trip. The author feels that the methods and techniques used in salt-water fishing are also very important, yet they are often neglected, overlooked or unknown to many salt-water anglers. After all, it's a simple matter to go into a well-equipped fishing-t...

Oh, the Mountains You'll Ski! A Coloring Book Ski Parody - Paperback

$14.38

by Chutes (Author), Debra Federline (Photographer)ABOUT OH, THE MOUNTAINS YOU'LL SKI! Coloring Book: Skiers of all ages will enjoy coloring along in this private lesson about the realities of life on the Slopes! This book is a Lifetime Season Pass for the snow sports lover in your family, providing year-round access to the joy of the mountains in the wintertime. Will your life be better because you learned to ski? Absolutely, You'll see! (I give you a 110% percent guarantee)KID, YOU'LL SKI M...