Menasha Ridge Press: 139 books
Ten Million Steps
Nimblewill Nomad's Epic 10-Month Trek from the Florida Keys to Québec
Language: English
Release Date: April 11, 2007
M. J. Eberhart, aka the Nimblewill Nomad, was a 60-year-old retired doctor in January 1998 when he set off on a foot journey that carried him 4,400 miles (twice the length of the Appalachian Trail) from the Florida Keys to the far north of Quebec. Written in a vivid journal style, the author unabashedly...
Going Vertical
The Life of an Extreme Kayaker
Language: English
Release Date: March 12, 2010
How Extreme Sports Can Model Your Own Inspiration and Success
As a child, Tao Berman ran wild in the mountains of eastern Washington. The extreme kayaker and entrepreneur continues to run wild through life. His 98.4-foot kayak flight off Upper Johnston Falls in Banff National Forest made him...
Myths and Truths About Coyotes
What You Need to Know About America's Most Misunderstood Predator
Language: English
Release Date: October 1, 2010
Coyotes hold a peculiar interest as both an enduring symbol of the wild and a powerful predator we are always anxious to avoid. This book examines the spread of coyotes across the country over the past century, and the storm of concern and controversy that has followed. Individual chapters cover the...
by Will Steger, Jon Bowermaster
Language: English
Release Date: January 27, 2010
Language: English
Release Date: January 27, 2010
In March 1990, Will Steger completed what no man had ever before attempted: the crossing of Antarctica, a total of 3,700 miles, on foot. Lured by the challenge and the beauty of Earth's last great wilderness, and determined to focus the world's attention on the frozen continent now that its ecological...
by Patrick Brighton, M.D.
Language: English
Release Date: May 15, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: May 15, 2013
From drowning to ear infections, the author covers everything a paddler needs to know to stay alive and well on the water. Paddlers' Guide to Treating Medical Emergencies is an indispensable resource whether out for a Class-I float or a whitewater journey.
by Patrick Brighton, M.D.
Language: English
Release Date: May 15, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: May 15, 2013
From pulmonary edema to bashed knuckles, physician and outdoor athlete Dr. Patrick Brighton covers everything a climber needs to know to stay well along the way. Whether bouldering the backyard or seeking shelter high atop Aconcagua, this guide gives readers simple, straight-forward advice to help handle an emergency situation.
The Stand-Up Paddler's Guide to Southern California
Paddling, Surfing, Touring, Racing, and Yoga
Language: English
Release Date: May 18, 2015
The Stand-Up Paddler's Guide to Southern California by local veteran outdoorsman David Womack is a beach-by-beach guide to paddling in the coastal waters from San Diego to Santa Barbara. The book covers every application of stand-up paddling from touring to surfing. This is the book you need if you want to maximize your SUP experience.
The No-Drop Zone
Everything You Need to Know about the Peloton, Your Gear, and Riding Strong
Language: English
Release Date: April 27, 2011
The No-Drop Zone contains all the information necessary for new cyclists to gain the knowledge and skills to take them from buying their first bicycle to starting their first race. Cyclists learn how to handle the bike, perform minor maintenance, select clothing and accessories, join clubs, and find...
Best Tent Camping: Minnesota
Your Car-Camping Guide to Scenic Beauty, the Sounds of Nature, and an Escape from Civilization
Language: English
Release Date: May 1, 2018
Detailed maps and descriptions of 50 campgrounds in three distinct Minnesota regions
Key information such as fees, restrictions, dates of operation, and facilities
Selections based on location, diverse topography and size, and overall appeal
Driving directions and GPS coordinates...
by Suzanne Welander, Bob Sehlinger
Language: English
Release Date: July 14, 2015
Language: English
Release Date: July 14, 2015
Covering thousands of miles of Georgia's waterways, Canoeing & Kayaking Georgia is the definitive guide to Georgia's whitewater to wilderness swamps--and everything in between. This updated edition incorporates the exhilarating new urban whitewater course in Columbus, and the recently established...
by Kevin Stiegelmaier
Language: English
Release Date: February 1, 2010
Language: English
Release Date: February 1, 2010
Canoeing and Kayaking New York includes descriptions of 50 of the best trips on New York's dozens of rivers. Along with runs for both experienced paddlers and novices and profiles for both over-nighters and short, round-trip day paddles, this book contains all the information necessary for a safe,...
by Paul Davidson, Ward Eister, Dirk Davidson
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2003
Language: English
Release Date: April 1, 2003
Canoeing & Kayaking West Virginia is the definitive guide to whitewater in the Mountain State. More than 40 years after the initial printing, this book continues to bring paddlers the best of West Virginia's waters: from classics rivers, such as the Gauley, the New, and the Tygart, to steep creeks...
Peaceful Places: San Francisco
100+ Tranquil Sites in The City and the Greater Bay Area
Language: English
Release Date: October 1, 2010
The third book in a new series of city guides, Peaceful Places: San Francisco features over 100 unexpected sanctuaries, gardens, vistas, beaches, neighborhood strolls, and quiet cafés that can be found throughout The City by the Bay. It gently guides travelers who are searching for an escape from...
Five-Star Trails: West Virginia's Monongahela National Forest
Your Guide to the Area's Most Beautiful Hikes
Language: English
Release Date: September 19, 2016
A whopping 900,000 acres, the mighty Monongahela National Forest is the heart and soul of West Virginia and a natural getaway for hikers and weekend backpackers. Five-Star Trails: West Virginia's Monongahela National Forest leads hikers to classics, such as High Falls and Senaca Rocks, as well as...