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The Trailheads of Hinsdale County - Paperback

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by David M. Dayvault (Author)Hinsdale County lie high in the San Juan Mountains of southwestern Colorado. Rugged and remote, over 96% of the county consists of public lands, much of it designated as Wilderness. Mining roads, logging roads, jeep roads, stock trails, and trails developed by hunters and hikers crisscross the county forming a labyrinth of trails through the area. While these trails lead through some of the most beautiful land in Colorado, some trails are not well developed and ot...

The Batboy and the Unbreakable Record - Paperback

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by Robert Skead (Author) A young boy lands a dream job for the Cincinnati Reds where he becomes witness to a baseball record that is unbreakable. In 1938 12-year-old Richie Goodwin doesn't think life can get any worse. His highly competitive nature always makes it difficult for him to make friends and now he must get a job to help his struggling family. When Richie lands a dream job as batboy for the Cincinnati Reds, his troubles continue to brew when he must answer to a bossy senior batboy,...

The Collegiate Athlete at Risk: Strategies for Academic Support and Success - Paperback

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by Morris R. III Council (Editor), Samuel R. Hodge (Editor), Robert A. III Bennett (Editor)There are numerous books documenting the challenges of student athletes and presenting recommendations for academic success. They primarily focus on understanding the issues of student-athletes and recommendations are oftentimes overly simplistic, failing to explicitly provide interventions that can be executed by student-athlete support personnel. In addition, the topic of supporting student-athletes w...

Strong Women: Inspirational Athletes at the Top of Their Game - Hardcover

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by Suzanne Wrack (Author)Overpower. Overtake. Overcome. - Serena Williams Throughout history, every woman pulling on spikes, lacing up boots and picking up a racquet has been a rebel - and this explosive book aims to uncover the often hidden histories behind 50 of these incredible pioneers. From the first Black woman to be a professional softball player, Betty Chapman, to the iconic 'Battle of the Sexes' match won by Billie Jean King, and from trans trailblazer Laurel Hubbard to Emma Raducanu...

The Healing Power of Running: A Guide to Healing the Body, Mind, and Spirit - Hardcover

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by Jennifer Bonn (Author)In her book, The Healing Power of Running, Jennifer Bonn describes how running saved her mentally, physically and spiritually, and she has put together stories of other runners as a testament to how running heals. Jennifer also wants readers to realize how accessible running is, and that everyone can adjust it to fit different goals and needs. Running can make you feel powerful, peaceful and hopeful, and the running community makes everyone feel accepted. The book als...

Baseballs .400 Hitter And The Forbidden Experiment - Paperback

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by Jeff Pullen (Author)Drew Charlesworth--an accomplished mathematical genius working on a medical experiment with his partner Dr. Kingsly, creating a computerized prosthesis to be one day fused with its human subject--was also gifted with an unusual ability to hit a baseball. This skill, once he reached the major league, thrust him into the limelight, exposing his other work, which angered political and religious Conservatives.This is a story how Drew had to navigate the worlds of not only b...

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

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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...

Poacher Wars: A Pennsylvania Game Warden's Journal - Paperback

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by William Wasserman (Author)William Wasserman, a one-man wrecking crew who routinely confronted hostile, armed poachers in the backwoods of Pennsylvania and brought them to justice, writes about his encounters with outlaw hunters in a gritty, heart-pounding style that is sure to keep you turning pages until the last chapter has been read. Poacher Wars is an intense, well written account about a true wildlife warrior and his fight against the criminals who plunder our natural resources. It's ...

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by Brett Gunning (Author), Stacy A. Padula (Author), Maddy Moore (Illustrator) "The On The Right Path book series is a slam dunk! The stories are rich with important lessons that kids will enjoy reading. It belongs in every home." - Mike D'Antoni, NBA Coach "The On The Right Path books belong in every school, library, and home, as they teach invaluable life lessons to children in an entertaining and relatable way." - Kevin McHale, NBA Hall of Famer "The On The Right Path book series is one ...

Women Wall Pilates for Weight Loss - Paperback

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by Alex Fitzenstein (Author)Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey to achieve your weight loss and fitness goals? Women Wall Pilates for Weight Loss is your comprehensive guide to a healthier, fitter, and more vibrant you.This book is designed exclusively for women seeking a convenient and effective workout solution. Inside, you'll discover a 30-day Pilates challenge tailored to women's fitness needs. It includes a dynamic fusion of Pilates exercises that harness the power of you...

Insights Into the Rugby World Cup - Paperback

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by Nick Mallett (Author), Lloyd Burnard (Author)Ever since the springboks won the Rugby World Cup in 1995, South Africans have been passionate about the tournament that is the pinnacle of sporting achievement.Nick Mallett, who coached the Boks at the 1999 World Cup, has become a household name for his incisive and forthright commentary and analysis. Join him as he takes you into the beating heart of the tournament, which kicks off in Paris in September. He tackles the following key questions:...

Rodeo as Refuge, Rodeo as Rebellion: Gender, Race, and Identity in the American Rodeo - Paperback

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by Elyssa Ford (Author)From the Wild West shows of the nineteenth century to the popular movie Westerns of the twentieth century, one view of an idealized and mythical West has been promulgated. Elyssa Ford suggests that we look beyond these cowboy clich s to complicate and enrich our picture of the American West. Rodeo as Refuge, Rodeo as Rebellion takes us from the beachfront rodeo arenas in Hawai'i to the reservation rodeos held by Native Americans to reveal how people largely missing from...

Asparagus! Robbie's Quest to Make the Team - Paperback

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by Jack Runchey (Author)Robbie, a determined ninth-grader in a suburban Detroit high school, is on a mission to chase his dream of earning a place on the baseball team, despite grappling with a disability. As spring unfolds, heralding the anticipation of the 2005 All-Star Game in Detroit, Robbie navigates the tumultuous waters of high school life, each day bringing him closer to the trials and tryouts.Amidst the challenges, he contends with the taunts of bullies, the complexities of family dy...

Duncan Park: Stories of a Classic American Ballpark - Paperback

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by Edwin C. Epps (Author)Duncan Park: Stories of a Classic American Ballpark recounts the history of Spartanburg's oldest wooden grandstand stadium. Built in 1926, Duncan Park stadium has been home to a semipro Negro Leagues team that had a star left-handed pitcher known throughout the South; a 1966 Spartanburg Phillies team named one of the 100 Best Minor League Baseball Teams; an American Legion Little World Series Champion; high school, college, and wooden bat-league summer teams; and lege...

Gold Buckle Dreams: The Life & Times of Chris LeDoux - Hardcover

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by David G. Brown (Author)Chris LeDoux was a rodeo icon, known for his ability to ride bareback horses and a world championship. But Chris also had a talent with a guitar and an ability to put the life and thoughts of a rodeo cowboy into song. With the help of his family Chris started selling audio-cassettes out of his rigging bag at rodeos, just as a way to help pay his way down the road. Little did he or anyone else know that after he hung up his bareback rigging and stowed the rigging bag,...

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by John Heisman (Author)2009 reprint of 1921 First edition. John William Heisman (1869-1936) was a prominent American football player and college football coach in the early era of the sport and is the namesake of the Heisman Trophy awarded annually to the season's best college football player. He was an innovator and theoretician of the sport. He was a proponent of the legalization of the forward pass in 1906 and he originated the "hike" or "hep" shouted by the quarterback to start each play...

A Love Story Between 2 Worlds - Paperback

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by Charlie Lord (Author)This is a story of my accelerated spiritual journey and communication with Peggy in the last 31/2 years! A love story began in college only to find a stalled path that suddenly gained momentum beginning April 28, 2020! That is when my spiritual education began! Number of Pages: 120 Dimensions: 0.25 x 9.25 x 7.5 IN Publication Date: November 27, 2023

Stikine Odyssey: From Adventure to Activism with The Great River - Paperback

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by Peter Rowlands (Author), Gary Fiegehen (Photographer)September 1979. When thirty-something Peter Rowlands loaded up his Landcruiser and took canoe Dimples to join his friend Hal Marsden on a paddling adventure in northern BC's backcountry, he never expected one river-Stikine-would radically change the course of his life. Rowlands became so enchanted by this 640-kilometre stretch of wild beauty, he joined the ranks of citizens calling for protection of the Stikine River, its watershed, and ...

Celebrate '98: The Untold Stories Behind the Tennessee Football Vols' 1998 National Championship - Paperback

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by Dave Hooker (Author)True Tennessee fans are celebrating the 25th anniversary of the legendary 1998 Tennessee Volunteers' Championship season. With a Foreword by Paul Finebaum of ESPN and the SEC Network and full-color photos, Dave Hooker details the transfer of power from Peyton Manning to Al Wilson, the prep and locker-room dynamics, and the challenges of a team rising above deep tragedy. Key plays include the interception, the fumble, and a bit of trickeration. Dave analyzes the leadersh...

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by Nishioka Tsuneo (Author), Jun Nagai (Translator), Megumi Nagahama (Translator)In 1989, Nishioka Tsuneo, Menkyo Kaiden of Shinto Muso Ryu Jo published the "Jodo Jikai". Extract from Nishioka Sensei's Introduction to the book: "I have been thinking about what Japanese martial arts are, what I am supposed to take over from Sensei, and what impels me to keep practicing without getting bored. I wanted to find the answers and convince myself. Then I was convinced that what is important is the mi...

Ranch Life And The Hunting Trail - Hardcover

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by Theodore Roosevelt (Author), Frederic Remington (Illustrator)Ranch Life and the Hunting Trail is a memoir written by Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th President of the United States. The book chronicles Roosevelt's experiences as a rancher in the Dakota Territory during the late 19th century. The memoir is divided into two parts: the first part details Roosevelt's time on a ranch in the Badlands, where he learned to ride and hunt while also dealing with harsh weather conditions and difficult te...

Riding More with Less: A Future for Bike Repair - Paperback

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by Sam Tracy (Author)Riding More with Less is the bike repair manual for everyone else. Pulling away from the obsolescence and disposability so often implied within consumer economies, the book surveys experienced community bike shop mechanics worldwide to identify the best and safest repair solutions when new parts are not an option. For those already familiar with the finer arts of bicycle preservation, Riding More with Less aligns the most useful technical references within a well-organiz...

Snorkelling Adventures Around Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands: The Ultimate Guide - Paperback

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by Sara Ellison (Author)The very first guidebook written just for snorkelers exploring these unique ecosystems. The chilly waters surrounding Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands are rich in colorful and diverse marine life. Scuba divers have long been aware of this submarine cornucopia, and Jacques Cousteau himself recognized the Pacific Northwest as one of the world's premier temperate diving destinations. But scuba diving is an elite hobby, requiring training and costly equipment, and con...

The Football Maths Book: A Key Stage 1 maths book for young soccer fans - Paperback

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by Adrian Lobley (Author)The Football Maths book is a fun way for children to improve both their maths skills and their soccer knowledge.They will learn about player positions, formations, cup competitions, penalty shoot-outs, own goals, hat-tricks and many more football terms. At the same time they will be counting, adding, subtracting, halving, doubling and learning odds and evens.The Football Maths Book is a Key Stage 1 maths teaching aid for 4-7 year old football fans. Number of Pages: 36...

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by Jim Jackson (Author)This book contains some of my unique experiences that I have encountered while turkey hunting. You will be surprised at the unusual situations in which I have found myself. Number of Pages: 60 Dimensions: 0.14 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: August 09, 2023

Parseghian's Wildcats: Northwestern Football, 1955-1963 - Paperback

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by Jack Danilewicz (Author)Over a memorable eight-season run (1956-1964), Ara Parseghian transformed the Northwestern University football program from a cellar-dweller in the Big Ten Conference to a nationally known power. Before his arrival from Miami of Ohio, he had never been associated with a losing team, as a coach or as a player. At 32, he would face his biggest challenge at Northwestern but would eventually lead the Wildcats to winning seasons in four of his last five years there. The ...

Celebrate '98: The Untold Stories Behind the Tennessee Football Vols' 1998 National Championship - Hardcover

$47.48

Critters of Florida: Pocket Guide to Animals in Your State - Paperback

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by Alex Troutman (Author)Get the perfect kids' introduction to Florida's mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians.Put nature in the hands of children! Critters of Florida is your wildlife pocket guide that's informative, concise, and easy to use. Written by wildlife biologist Alex Troutman, this handy book presents 67 critters of the Sunshine State--if an animal is in this book, it's found in Florida.Each species is showcased in a professional-quality photograph that's paired with such neat-t...

The Healing Power of Running: A Guide to Healing the Body, Mind, and Spirit - Paperback

$17.23

The Ballistics Handbook: Factors Affecting Bullet Flight from Muzzle to Target - Paperback

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by Philip P. Massaro (Author)Understanding trajectory and bullet design to make accurate hits at any range. If you've ever wondered what goes into making that little trajectory chart printed on the back of your ammo box, custom ammo maker and ballistics expert Phil Massaro can help. In The Ballistics Handbook, Massaro breaks down how environmental conditions, trajectory, ballistic coefficient, bullet shape/construction, and barrel length all affect accuracy. The more you understand about thes...

E. D. Camps, Adventure Awaits - Hardcover

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by Lindsay Gonzales (Author), Yuliia Zolotova (Illustrator)E. D. Camps is a little girl who loves all things camping!E. D. Camps, Adventure Awaits follows E. D. and her family on all their camping adventures in the woods, in the desert, by a lake, and even at the end of a rainbow. Join E. D. while collecting pinecones, fishing, making s'mores, and much more. E. D. Camps makes memories that campers of all ages can enjoy. Ready for the first adventure? Number of Pages: 40 Dimensions: 0.25 x 8.5...

Overland: Project Guide to Offroad, Bug Out & Overlanding Vehicles - Paperback

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by Editors Of Offgrid Magazine (Compiled by)Looking for offroad adventure? Start here! From recreation to emergency, when you need a vehicle capable of traversing every road condition in every season or weather imaginable, the question is where to start. In OVERLAND: Project Guide to Offroad, Bug Out and Overlanding Vehicles, the editors of RECOIL and OFFGRID magazines have compiled some of the most remarkable offroad-ready rigs you've ever seen. See modifications you'd never thought of, le...