New Releases by Claire Walter

Do snowshoes come in different sizes? What type of snowshoes are best for me? What kind of gear do I need for the backcountry? Claire Walter provides expert answers to a variety of common snowshoeing questions so people of every age and fitness level can start enjoying this easy, low-impact wintertime activity. You’ll learn techniques for traversing slopes, tips for maneuvering in deep snow, basic safety precautions, and even trail etiquette. Walter’s passion and encouragement will inspire even beginners to explore the joys of snowshoeing. This publication conforms to the EPUB Accessibility specification at WCAG 2.0 Level AA.

Nordic Walking The Complete Guide to Health, Fitness, and Fun A primer to one of Europe’s hottest fitness activities, this is the first major book about this easy, fun, and effective new sport Nordic Walking, a type of fitness walking with poles, was developed in Finland in 1997 and spread across much of Europe. Today more than 6 million people worldwide engage in Nordic Walking regularly, and participation is growing fastest in the United States. The 87.5 million Americans who already walk for fitness have been coming to Nordic Walking in droves. The motion is similar to cross-country skiing or snowshoeing but without skis, snowshoes, or snow–and akin to the Nordic-Track, Crosswalk Treadmill, and other apparatus but done outdoors in the fresh air and scenery. Easy to learn and easy on the budget, Nordic Walking can be done anywhere and has many advantages over regular walking, including: • The specially designed, lightweight poles relieve some of the stress on the ankles, knees and hips and transfer it to the upper torso, making it a full-body workout. • Nordic Walking burns up to 45 percent more calories than walking without poles. It is equally effective for new exercisers just off the couch, dedicated walkers, long-time runners who are now trying to favor their knees, anyone rehabilitating from an injury, and even too-sedentary seniors. Nordic Walking is a recreational and fitness activity for the 21st century–and Nordic Walking the first complete guide to how to get started with this fun and healthy new sport.

Award-winning trail guide to Colorado''s hottest winter sport revised and updated!

From the publishers of The Unofficial Guide® to Walt Disney World® "A Tourist’s Best Friend!" –Chicago Sun-Times "Indispensable" –The New York Times The Top 10 Ways The Unofficial Guide to Skiing & Snowboarding in the West Can Help You Have the Perfect Trip: Everything you need to find the best mountain for your personal skiing or snowboarding preferences Inside information on the resorts and slopes that only an instructor or longtime local would know The best runs for novices, the finest trails for intermediate cruising, the best sunlit trails for late-afternoon runs, the best-formed moguls, and more Detailed profiles of the best snowboard parks and skill areas Advice on how to plan and get the most out of your trip– and the most for your money The inside scoop on where to find the secret reserves of powder and when to ski or snowboard them Proven strategies for a stormy day Tips on finding the perfect hotel room, vacation home, or condo–at the best price The best restaurants in ski country Complete coverage of the southern Rockies, the northern Rockies, and the West Coast, including British Columbia

"Culinary Colorado" clearly establishes that Colorado is rich in great fresh food experiences, spotlighting the abundance of great foods and first-rate chefs who have helped bring Coloradans'' dining satisfaction to an all-time high.

This thesis aims to study issues surrounding the management of The Protestant Cemetery, Bangkok. Management Plan for The Protestant Cemetery was written based on a detailed analysis of the cultural heritage value of the cemetery. The British Consul, Protestant Cemetery Committee members, other stakeholders as well as cultural conservation specialists were interviewed. Comparative cases studies were reviewed from similar cemetery sites in Southeast Asia. The qualitative methodology empolyed in the documentary research of this thesis was the case study research methodology involving the collection of multiple sources of information including observations, interviews, audio-visual materials and documents. Data collection took place between 16 January, 2003 and 25 August 2003. A detailed description of the case and a chronology of events related to the case were written followed by a analysis of "with-in" case management issues and "across-case" themes. Based on seven identified management strategies a detailed management plan was written. This thesis advances four research propositions. The analysis confirmed all of the propositions: (1) that the Protestant Cemetery, Bangkok is a site of cultural and historical significance; (2) that effective cultural resource management practices are suitable for the site; (3) that a well-defined management plan would provide for the conservation, preservation and protection of the site; and (4) that there is great research potential for further study at the site.

The Unofficial Guides are the "Consumer Reports" of travel guides, offering candid evaluations of their destinations'' attractions, hotels, restaurants, shopping, nightlife, sports, and more, all rated and ranked by a team of unbiased inspectors so even the most compulsive planners can be sure they''re spending their time and money wisely. Each guide addresses the needs of everyone from families to business travelers, with handy charts that demonstrate how each place stacks up against the competition. Plus, all the details are pulled out so they''re extremely easy to scan. Written by a team of experts, The Unofficial Guide to Skiing in the West reveals the pros and cons of each ski mountain in the northern and southern Rockies and the West Coast, with tons of insider tips on where to find the best powder, the best condos and resorts, and the most exciting runs for each skill level, plus info on how to get the best deals on hotels and lift tickets. The Top 5 Ways The Unofficial Guide to Skiing in the West Can Help You Have the Perfect Trip: Everything you need to find the best mountain for your personal skiing preferences Inside information on the resorts that only a ski instructor or longtime local would know All the details on the slopes: the best runs for novices, the finest trails for intermediate skiing, the best sunlit trails for late-afternoon skiing, the best-formed moguls, where to find the secret reserves of powder, and more Advice on how to plan and get the most out of your ski trip--and the most for your money Tips on finding the perfect hotel room, vacation home, or condo for the best price, plus info on the best restaurants in ski country

Claire Walter''s nurturing guide inspires and instructs women on getting started in scuba diving. Scuba Diving: A Woman''s Guide features women telling in their own words how they overcame fears, met challenges, and improved skills. Written by an experienced diver, this thorough guide also covers choosing the best instructor, gear, gear care, obtaining certification, and more.

Explains how to improve flexibility and strength, create workouts in the gym and outdoors, and incorporate exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle.

This year''s edition of this all-inclusive and entertaining guide explores the real Boulder -- from the high mountains and sparkling streams of the Rocky Mountain National Park to the historic buildings that house numerous shops, galleries. micro-breweries and sidewalk cafes on Pearl Street.

A comprehensive start-up kit for the first-time skier, this Idiot''s Guide will inform novices on how to buy equipment, plan a skiing trip, overcome first-time fears, participate in other winter sports, and much more. Heavily illustrated with photos and diagrams that make correct stance a snap.

Here is the ultimate planning guide to skiing in the Rocky Mountain region, including Colorado, Utah, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Wyoming, and western Canada. Newly revised, this guide brings to life one of the world''s most beautiful winter playgrounds with detailed information ski areas, accommodations, restaurants, and winter and summer activities. Photos. Maps.

Vacation home sales are booming, and experts predict that they may double by year 2000 among people aged 35 to 54. "Buying Your Vacation Home" is the only comprehensive guide to vacation home purchases on the market that can provide the information homebuyers really must have in order to make a wise purchase.

Walter reveals how beginners can ski cheap - and sometimes free, how to get the lowest-priced lift ticke ts and save on gear, planning strategies to make vacation do llars go further, and ski-area jobs that can pay off in ski time. ''

The authors visit 50 historic Pennsylvania restaurants and include a few of each restaurant''s recipes.

A source book for over 45,000 winners of 1,200 American and international awards.