Discover what the Pilgrims missed when they moved to Plymouth after landing on Cape Cod. Explore the numerous bays, ponds, harbors, marshes, and tidal creeks of this New England treasure. In the expanded second edition of this classic book, author David Weintraub adds kayaking adventure off Martha Vineyard's shores. From one-hour trips to all-day excursions, kayakers of every skill level will find a route to explore.Trip descriptions, maps, launch sites, and driving directions, plus nearby historical and scenic attractions: this book is a must-have guide to the solitude and beauty of these regions.

Cape Cod is a paddler's paradise, a sandy arm thrust into the Atlantic Ocean with numerous bays, ponds, harbors, marshes, and tidal creeks to explore. Much of the Outer Cape, the forearm pointing north, is within Cape Cod National Seashore, giving it protected status and making it a favorite place among nature lovers and one of the best birding areas on the East Coast. One of the Cape's towns, Wellfleet, was recently named one of the 50 best places for outdoor sports in the US by Sports Afield magazine. Until now, however, information on where to paddle and where to find legal parking and access to launch sites has been hard to come by.In Adventure Kayaking: Trips in Cape Cod, author and photographer David Weintraub presents 25 of the best paddling routes on the Cape, designed for novice and experienced paddlers alike. The routes range from one-hour trips suitable for beginners and children to all-day adventures and even an option for overnight camping. Most of the paddling is in protected water, but a few venture into the open expanse of Cape Cod Bay and Nantucket Sound. This essential book includes detailed maps and trip descriptions, route distances, parking regulations and difficulty ratings as well as clear driving instructions and photos.

There are approximately 8000 camps in the U.S., & this is the only complete listing of the 2,000 camps which have earned American Camping Association accreditation by meeting over 300 standards that apply to health, safety, program quality & operating practices. The Guide, published annually, features special indexes that allow a parent to find a camp by activity, special need, special group or location. The American Camping Association has been setting standards for camps since 1935 & has been accrediting camps since 1965. It is the recognized voice of camps in the United States. This directory will play a prominent part in an intensive public relations campaign to promote the camping experience beginning in February 1997. The campaign includes a satellite media tour featuring members of RADD (Recording Artists Against Drunk Driving) Kids - a group of child celebrities who speak out for safe causes. Buyers can order the book directly from American Camping Association, Inc., 5000 State Road 67 North, Martinsville, IN 46151-7902, 800-428-2267, or from Independent Publishers Group, (800) 888-4741. Look for the 1998-99 edition coming in January 1998.

The Cape and IslandsÑCape Cod, MarthaÕs Vineyard, and NantucketÑprovide some of the best walking and hiking in coastal New England. There is a great variety of terrain and scenery, from the crashing Atlantic Ocean to pristine kettle ponds, from densely wooded tracts to open expanses of salt marsh, and from sandy shorelines to wildflower-carpeted grasslands. Walking the Cape and Islands is the first comprehensive guide to the areaÕs best walking and hiking trails. In includes: 72 walks ranging in length from 0.4 miles to 11.2 miles and in difficulty from easy to difficult; for each walk, a complete route description, driving directions to the trailhead, and a detailed, easy-to-read map; at-a-glance Info providing essential information such as distance, difficulty, time to walk, trail surface, and more; trail-use data showing whether bicycles, dogs, or hunting are allowed on the described route; and health stats showing the number of steps and estimated calories burned. Although designed primarily for walkers and hikers, this book will also appeal to joggers and mountain bicyclists. The book is illustrated with photographs by the author, a professional photographer.

The best walking and hiking trails in the beloved Massachusetts region Pine forests, windswept dunes, freshwater ponds, salt marshes, and wave-washed beaches, enjoy it all as you stroll along the beautiful trails of Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket. Walking the Cape and Islands is the only comprehensive guide to this incredible area. Experience scenic Cape Cod National Seashore, Nickerson State Park, Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket land bank and conservation areas, Massachusetts Audubon properties, and many other parks and open spaces. Suitable for all abilities, the book’s 72 walks and hikes range in length from less than a mile to just under 11 miles. Families with children will especially enjoy many of the shorter, easier walks. Each entry includes a Walk Summary, which provides a helpful snapshot of the route. Plus, the book describes the area’s rich human and natural history, climate, geology, and more. At-a-Glance Info offers details such as distance, difficulty, walk time, trail surface, facilities available, and whether bicycles, dogs, or hunting area allowed. Now in full color, the new edition offers photographs and professionally drawn maps, paired with descriptions that take you step by step along the route. So whether you are a visitor or resident, let author David Weintraub guide you to some of the best walking and hiking trails in coastal New England.