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Books for Camping Enthusiasts

Check out titles to enhance your camping experience, from places to go, food to cook, gear to pack and much more!

Wood Buffalo Regional Library

21 items

  • A delightfully frightful collection of spooky stories set across Canada, appropriate for all ages and perfect for reading aloud around the campfire. In this spine-chilling companion to Campfire Stories of Western Canada and Ghostly Campfire Stories…
    Book, 2020Calgary, Alberta : Heritage House, 2020. — 398.209 SMI
  • RV Cooking Made Easy

    100 Simple Recipes for Your Kitchen on Wheels

    Schlueter, Heather
    Finally, here is a cookbook that addresses the unique challenges of cooking in an RV: Storage and countertop space is limited; power consumption is always a concern; water usage is critical; refrigerator and pantry space is at a premium; and a small…
    Book, 2022New York : Sterling Epicure, 2022. — 641.578 SCH
  • Traditional Bushcraft

    Simple Projects for Wild Woodcraft : Tools, Tables, Live Fire Cooking and More

    Caudill, Craig,
    Build useful, rustic tools and projects through a unique blend of traditional, authentic woodworking and bushcraft. In this comprehensive volume, expert woodsman and master naturalist Craig Caudill teaches 24 step-by-step, photo-illustrated ways to…
    Book, 2024Salem, Massachusetts : Page Street Publishing Co., 2024. — 796.5 CAU
  • A Woman's Guide to the Wild

    Your Complete Outdoor Handbook

    McConnell, Ruby
    Hike, camp, backpack, and navigate the wilderness like a pro with this personable guide to outdoor adventure. This fun, practical handbook covers everything from "feminine functions" (like dealing with your period and peeing in the woods) to staying…
    Book, 2016Seattle : Sasquatch Books, [2016] — 796.5082 MCC
  • Outdoor Gourmet

    Recipes to Bring Your Love of Good Food to the Campsite, the Backyard, and Beyond

    Donovan, Robin,
    Getting in touch with nature doesn't need to mean subsisting on energy bars, canned beans, and prepackaged meals. With these easy-to-follow recipes, you can use your camp stove or firepit to whip up restaurant-worthy food that will satisfy any…
    Book, 2025Philadelphia : Quirk Books, 2025. — 641.578 DON
  • Forest Walking

    Discovering the Trees and Woodlands of North America

    Wohlleben, Peter, 1964-
    Peter Wohlleben teaches readers how to get the most out of their next adventure by becoming a forest detective, decoding nature's signs and awakening to the ancient past and thrilling present of the ecosystem around them. Wohlleben teams up with his…
    Book, 2022Vancouver : Greystone Books, 2022 — 582.1609 WOH
  • 200 Nature Hot Spots in Alberta

    the Best Parks, Conservation Areas and Wild Places

    McAdam, Leigh, 1957-
    An updated and expanded collection of provincial parks and outdoor activities in Alberta
    Book, 2022Richmond Hill, Ontario : Firefly Books, 2022. — 917.1204 MCA
  • Campfire Cocktails

    100+ Simple Drinks for the Great Outdoors

    Being outdoors doesn't mean you can't enjoy a delicious drink. Ditch the mixer and bring taste and style to your next camping adventure with Campfire Cocktails. Nothing goes better with a campfire than a cocktail. Surround yourself with friends,…
    Book, 2023Nashville, Tennessee : Cider Mill Press Book Publishers, 2023. — 641.874 CAM
  • Fat Girls Hiking

    An Inclusive Guide to Getting Outdoors at Any Size or Ability

    Michaud-Skog, Summer
    In the tradition of Workman's Every Body Yoga, we're bringing a proud, plus-sized, body-positive attitude to the world of hiking and outdoor recreation. Summer Michaud-Skog, founder of the Fat Girls Hiking community, offers a book brimming with…
    Book, 2022Portland, Oregon : Timber Press, [2022] — 796.51 MIC
  • How to Eat in the Woods

    a Complete Guide to Foraging, Trapping, Fishing, and Finding Sustenance in the Wild

    Angier, Bradford
    A comprehensive, practical, and reliable guide to finding food in the woods and living off the land, by respected wilderness survivalists. With text by wilderness survivalists, the information in How to Eat in the Woods is tried, trusted, and true.…
    Book, 2016New York, N.Y. : Black Dog & Leventhal, 2016. — 641.303 ANG
  • This book is straightforward, practical guide for taking care of yourself (and others) in a survival situation with crucial, basic survival skills required for an emergency situation during all four seasons in all wilderness areas of Canada. Readers…
    Book, 2021Vancouver, British Columbia : Lone Pine, [2021] — 613.69 RAD
  • This captivating collection of campfire stories is the perfect companion for anyone who enjoys the outdoors. These pages present a range of tales, including daring feats of endurance and strength, epic journeys through new frontiers, and…
    Book, 2021San Francisco : Chronicle Books, [2021] — 796.54 PEN
  • In this book, you'll find a variety of fun and functional projects for the outdoor enthusiast. From a canoe paddle to a pack frame to a reflector oven-you'll find the instruction you need to for items to keep you safe and comfortable on your…
    Book, 2012East Petersburg, PA : Fox Chapel Pub., [2012] — 796.5 GIL
  • The Complete Outdoors Encyclopedia

    Camping, Fishing, Hunting, Boating, Wilderness Survival, First Aid

    Sparano, Vin T.
    The ultimate do-it-yourself guide for the outdoors enthusiast, completely updated for today's outdoorsman and now in full color. This latest (fifth) edition of the award-winning "Complete Outdoors Encyclopedia" will again prove to be the most…
    Book, 2014New York : Universe, 2014. — 796.03 SPA
  • The Campout Cookbook

    Inspired Recipes for Cooking Around the Fire and Under the Stars

    Hanel, Marnie
    Discover the joy of cooking in the backcountry (or the backyard) with more than 100 recipes, from wood-fried skillet pizzas and fortifying flask cocktails to magnificent mug cakes and the almighty s'more
    Book, 2018New York : Artisan, 2018. — 641.578 HAN
  • This completely updated guidebook shows you how to make the most out of your visit to Canada's 47 gorgeous national parks, just in time for Canada's 150th birthday. Detailed guidance highlights the best spots for wildlife watching, favorite places…
    Book, 2017Washington, D.C. : National Geographic, [2017] — 917.104 NAT
  • Tent Life

    a Beginner's Guide to Camping and a Life Outdoors

    Francis, Doron
    A practical guide to inspire you to get out into nature. Many of us are seeking a more adventurous and centered life, away from modern distractions and stresses. Tent Life is a handy, pocket-sized guide packed full of useful tips, activities and…
    Book, 2021Melbourne : Hardie Grant Travel, 2021. — 796.54 FRA
  • With careful planning, tenting during the year's coldest months can be safe and fun. Complete Guide to Winter Camping offers advice on selecting a four-season tent and constructing other types of shelter, maintaining personal hygiene, cooking in the…
    Book, 2021Richmond Hill, Ontario : Firefly Books, 2021. — 796.54 CAL
  • The Family Guide to Outdoor Adventures

    30 Wilderness Activities to Enjoy Nature Together!

    Stewart, Creek,
    An expert survival instructor presents fun and engaging hands-on nature, camping, and bushcraft projects that encourage parents and children to explore and experience the great outdoors, and create memories to last a lifetime.
    Book, 2023New York : Adams Media, 2023. — 796.5 STE
  • The Book of Outdoor Games

    50+ Unplugged Activities for Kids & Families

    Philpott, Emily,
    Keeping your kids entertained and active just became a lot easier with over 50 unplugged activities in The Book of Outdoor Games. Encourage your kids to get outside for hours of fun. Build outdoor forts, create obstacle courses, or try out new jump…
    Book, 2023Nashville, Tennessee : Cider Mill Press, 2023. — 796 PHI