Summer is the perfect time to explore, but you don't have to live near the wilderness to go on an exciting adventure – all you need is a library card and a few awesome book suggestions about the great outdoors. From survival fiction books to The Unofficial Hunger Games Wilderness Survival Guide, the library has a variety of resources to help you explore and experience nature. Whether you're preparing for adventure of your own or looking to travel vicariously through others, let the library help you "get lost" in a good book this summer. You never know what you might find . . .
Fiction Books
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Stoked to shred some fresh powder on a snowboarding trip, cousins Liam and Tej's excitement soon turns to fear when the slippery roads send their truck rolling down the side of the mountain. Stranded in the cold in the middle of nowhere, the teens soon discover they are being stalked by a hungry bear. They know they need help – and they need it fast, but when Tej gets hurt, Liam must attempt to find help all by himself. |
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Nonfiction Books
Written by outdoors expert Kevin Callan, this step-by-step book covers all the must-know info about camping, like how to pack the essentials for any length of trip, how to beat the bugs, stake a tent, build a fire, ward off unwanted wildlife and more.
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Edible Wild Plants for Beginners provides profiles of common edible wild plants and includes information on dangerous look-alikes, the best time to harvest, where to find each type of wild plant, and how to cultivate your own garden.
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A complete guide to selecting, tying and using a wide variety of knots, this book covers everything from hauling logs to securing the canoe to wrapping a present. Beginners can master the basics before progressing to the more difficult knots.
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Make the odds in your favor and train like a Tribute using this wilderness survival guide. From Katniss's hunting and stalking skills to Peeta's camouflage techniques, this book's detailed instructions will help you master the skills necessary in any wilderness or disaster survival situation.
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