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"Climbing Mt. Shasta" (Book) by Steve Lewis

"Climbing Mt. Shasta" (Book) by Steve Lewis


Description: More than a guide book, it's an intro to mountaineering and is the best reference available for preparing anyone to safely and successfully climb to the summit of Mt Shasta in California. Non-climbers can also read about the mountain's weather, geography, flora, fauna, history, legend and lore, plus the route itself. 192 pages."Climbing Mt.
Price: $15.95
"Body Results' Train To Climb Mt. Rainier" (Video) (VHS)

"Body Results' Train To Climb Mt. Rainier" (Video) (VHS)


Description: Informative video provides a comprehensive 6-month training program for the novice-to-intermediate level alpine climber who wants to climb Mt. Rainier or other high-altitude peaks. The video has demos and guidelines for cardiovascular, flexibility and strength exercises chosen specifically for high altitude mountaineering fitness requirements. It a"Body Results' Train To Climb Mt.
Price: $29.95
"Snow In The Kingdom: My Storm Years On Everest" (Book) by Ed Webster

"Snow In The Kingdom: My Storm Years On Everest" (Book) by Ed Webster


Description: This is the long-awaited book by Ed Webster about his obsession with climbing Mt Everest, including a West Ridge Direct attempt in 1985, his solo climb of Everest's North Peak, Changtse, in 1986, and the alpine-style ascent of the Kangshung Face in 1988,the descent of which, says Bonington, is one of the most remarkable examples of survival in the
Price: $29.95
"Climbing: Expedition Planning" (Book) by Clyde Soles and Phil Powers

"Climbing: Expedition Planning" (Book) by Clyde Soles and Phil Powers


Description: Currently the only reference on planning, organizing, and leading adventure expeditions, whether your team is large or small, whether bound for K2 or Mt Whitney. Covers everything from where and when to go; to how to build a team, considering strengths, personalities, leadership skills, motivation, and commitment. Provides a comprehensive checklist
Price: $19.95
"Women In The Wild: True Stories" (Book) by Lucy McCauley

"Women In The Wild: True Stories" (Book) by Lucy McCauley


Description: True stories of women who foray into the wilderness, explore remote jungle rivers, climb Mt Everest, rescue endangered animals and more, by such authors as Annie Dillard, Jane Goodall, Alice Walker, Louise Erdrich and others. 292 pages.
Price: $17.95
"Escape From Lucania: An Epic Story Of Survival" (Book) by David Roberts

"Escape From Lucania: An Epic Story Of Survival" (Book) by David Roberts


Description: David Roberts writes about one of the earliest and most remarkable mountaineering expeditions in North America: Harvard buddies Bradford Washburn's and Bob Bate's 1937 climb and descent of Mt Lucania, in the Yukon. Dropped of at high camp by a bush pilot who couldn't land again because of glacier conditions, the two summitted anyway, descended, and
Price: $23.00
"High Exposure" (Book) by David Breashears

"High Exposure" (Book) by David Breashears


Description: Famed cinematographer, adventurer, and mountaineer, David Breashears, uses his terrifying experiences during the deadly 1996 season on Mt Everest (while on assignment to make the IMAX film, Everest) as a frame for this personal memoir. 340 pages.
Price: $15.00
"Shipton's Six Mountain Travel Books" (Book) by Eric Shipton

"Shipton's Six Mountain Travel Books" (Book) by Eric Shipton


Description: Back in print! Eric Shipton's unabridged adventure narratives in one big volume: Nanda Devi, Blank On The Map, Upon That Mountain, Mt Everest Reconnaissance Expedition 1951, Mountains Of Tartary, Land Of Tempest. Hard cover, 750 pages.
Price: $38.00
"Lou Whittaker: Memoirs Of A Mountain Guide" (Book) by Lou Whittaker and Andrea Gabbard

"Lou Whittaker: Memoirs Of A Mountain Guide" (Book) by Lou Whittaker and Andrea Gabbard


Description: One of America's most respected climbers for over 4 decades, whose name is synonymous with Mt Rainier, is at his storytelling best as he shares adventures and wisdom honed from his wild youth to his more recent climbs. Tales of life, filled with his trademark humor, boundless energy, and compassion. 272 pages.
Price: $18.95
"The Challenge Of Rainier" (Book) by Dee Molenaar

"The Challenge Of Rainier" (Book) by Dee Molenaar


Description: The complete documentation of the climbing history of Washington's Mt. Rainier; loaded with anecdotes, Molenaar's sketches, historic photos. 368 pages.
Price: $18.95
"Surviving Denali" (Book) by Jon Waterman

"Surviving Denali" (Book) by Jon Waterman


Description: A presentation and analysis of accidents on Mt. McKinley from 1910 to 1982; also tells how to prepare for Denali, how to reduce risk; a must book. 192 pages.
Price: $20.00
"High Adventure" (Book) by Sir Edmund Hillary

"High Adventure" (Book) by Sir Edmund Hillary


Description: First published in 1955, and reissued in celebration of the 1st successful climb of Mt Everest, this is Hillary's own account of the achievement. He tells of the 1951 expedition, which led to the discovery of the Southern Route, the grueling Himalayan training of 1952, and the 1953 ascent itself. This edition has a new Preface by Hillary. 262 pages
Price: $19.95