In the backcountry, a single piece of gear could mean the difference between a comfortable night under the stars and a harrowing tale to tell once you're home. Or it could mean that you don't make it home at all. In this all-new collection from the publisher of Not Without Peril and No Limits But the Sky, author Peter W. Kick recounts twenty true tales of backcountry misadventure and misfortune, including incidents along the famed Appalachian Trail, and seeks the lessons learned in each. From close-calls to unsolved mysteries, these stories illuminate the realities faced by outdoorspeople across the Northeast. Weather is unpredictable. The best laid plans go awry. And in the worst of times, even the best decision may not be enough to turn the tides. In the tradition of Appalachia journal's renowned "Accidents" section, Kick reports on the facts as they were known on the ground―with the help of first-hand accounts of victims, families, witnesses, and Search-and-Rescue professionals. As each story unfolds, Kick and his sources in the SAR community offer a retrospective analysis to help readers discover for themselves what went wrong and how disasters, big and small, might be averted in the future. Route maps and photos further bring each misadventure to life. Readers who immerse themselves in these near misses, methodical searches, and the gut-wrenching clarity of hindsight will be better prepared for whatever the wilderness brings.

Desperate Steps: Life, Death, and Choices Made in the Mountains of the Northeast

Sports & Outdoors

Kick, Peter W.

Hiking & Camping

Appalachian Mountain Club Books

Available for the first time in rich full-color, AMC's Best Day Hikes in the Catskills and Hudson Valley, 3rd Edition, is the go-to guide for hikes in this popular New York region. Encompassing more than 600 miles of trails within just a few hours of New York City, the Catskills and Hudson Valley are a hiker's paradise, boasting varied and scenic terrain, from Westchester County to Albany. This fully updated guide leads beginner and experienced hikers alike along 60 of the region's most spectacular trails, from shorter nature walks to longer day hikes. From classic hikes such as Storm King Mountain in the Hudson Highlands, to carriage roads in the Shawangunks, to a historic walk around the grounds of Oleana, to new hikes in Harriman State Park just an hour outside New York City, this book covers the area's must-do outings. An at-a-glance trip planner highlights the best hikes near public transportation, as well as those best for kids, dogs, and winter snowshoeing and skiing. Inside you'll find: 
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<li>60 hikes ideal for hikers of all ability levels</li>
<li>GPS coordinates to all trailheads</li>
<li>Locator map and at-a-glance trip planner for easy planning</li>
<li>Detailed maps showing parking areas, trails, and natural highlights</li>
<li>Summaries of time, distance, and difficulty level for each trail</li>
<li>Hiking and safety tips, including advice on what to carry in your pack</li>
<li>Essays on the flora, fauna, and historic landmarks of the region</li>
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 Also Available: <ul>
<li>AMC's Best Day Hikes near New York City (ISBN: 9781934028384)</li>
<li>Catskill Mountain Guide, 3rd Edition (ISBN: 9781934028940)</li>
<li>Discover the Adirondacks (ISBN: 9781934028315)</li>
</ul>

AMC's Best Day Hikes in the Catskills and Hudson Valley: Four-Season Guide to 60 of the Best Trails, from the Hudson Highlands to Albany

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Desperate Steps: Life, Death, and Choices Made in the Mountains of the Northeast

AMC's Best Day Hikes in the Catskills and Hudson Valley: Four-Season Guide to 60 of the Best Trails, from the Hudson Highlands to Albany