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Avalanche Alert
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1975*
Avalanche Alert written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1975* with Avalanches categories.
Avalanche And Landslide Alert
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Author : Amanda Bishop
language : en
Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company
Release Date : 2005
Avalanche And Landslide Alert written by Amanda Bishop and has been published by Crabtree Publishing Company this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Awesome and destructive forces are unleashed when soil, mud, and snow are on the move. Aimed at ages 7-14, this book looks at the causes and effects, places in danger, and how people cope with these disasters. It features photographs feature famous disasters.
Avalanche Alert
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Author : Jan Burchett
language : en
Publisher: Capstone
Release Date : 2014
Avalanche Alert written by Jan Burchett and has been published by Capstone this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014 with Juvenile Fiction categories.
Ben and Zoe must brave sub-zero temperatures and treacherous slopes to find two lost snow leopards.
Powderguide
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Author : Tobias Kurzeder
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2003
Powderguide written by Tobias Kurzeder and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with Nature categories.
Written by two backcountry snowboarders in cooperation with the Swiss Avalanche Research Center, this book teaches freeskiers and freeriders how to assess the chances of avalanche and avoid catastrophe, while enjoying deep powder fun. Color drawings show the parts of mountains to avoid under particular circumstances, and color photos picture skiers and snowboarders in a variety of terrain and snow conditions. "Powder Guide also includes vital information on safety equipment and rescue techniques.
Backcountry Avalanche Safety
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Author : Tony Daffern
language : en
Publisher: Rocky Mountain Books Incorporated
Release Date : 2017-10-17
Backcountry Avalanche Safety written by Tony Daffern and has been published by Rocky Mountain Books Incorporated this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-10-17 with Sports & Recreation categories.
Essential reading for all outdoor enthusiasts who venture into mountainous terrain where avalanches are common. In spite of the increasing sophistication of avalanche hazard forecasting, an alarming number of people die every year in backcountry avalanche accidents. This updated edition of Backcountry Avalanche Safety contains the latest information on avalanche risk and focuses on the following vital topics: Mountain Weather Snow and Snowpack Types of Avalanches Avalanche Terrain Trip Planning Avalanche Gear Travel in Avalanche Terrain Riding Steep Slopes Companion Rescue Using colour photographs along with detailed charts, graphs and diagrams, the author clearly explains the importance of managing risk while enjoying backcountry adventure during the winter months.
The Avalanche Handbook
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Author : David McClung
language : en
Publisher: The Mountaineers Books
Release Date : 2006
The Avalanche Handbook written by David McClung and has been published by The Mountaineers Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Sports & Recreation categories.
Technical yet accessible, The Avalanche Handbook, 3rd Edition, covers the formation, character, effects, and control of avalanches; rescue techniques; and research on understanding and surviving avalanches. Illustrated with nearly 200 updated illustrations, photos and examples, the revised edition offers exhaustive information on contributing weather and climate factors, snowpack analysis, the newest transceiver search techniques, and preventative and protective measures, including avalanche zoning and control. It contains new information on the unique characteristics of alpine snow, snow slab instability, terrain variables, skier triggering of avalanches, and the nature of avalanche motion. Plus brand-new chapters on the elements of backcountry avalanche forecasting and the decision-making process.
Avalanches
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Author : Anastasia Suen
language : en
Publisher: Carson-Dellosa Publishing
Release Date : 2015-08-01
Avalanches written by Anastasia Suen and has been published by Carson-Dellosa Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-08-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
In Avalanches, readers will learn about the different conditions that can trigger an avalanche and the warning signs to ensure safety. This title will allow students to track historical facts and future improvements while gauging their understanding with a variety of reading comprehension tools. The Devastating Disasters series captures readers' attention with captivating photographs, descriptions, and factoids of catastrophes ranging from technology failure to destructive weather. Each 48-page book features engaging before- and after-reading sections that prompt readers to understand the impact these events have on society and the environment.
The Science Of An Avalanche
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Author : Carol Hand
language : en
Publisher: Cherry Lake
Release Date : 2015-08-01
The Science Of An Avalanche written by Carol Hand and has been published by Cherry Lake this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-08-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
This book discusses the science behind avalanches and their effects. The chapters explore case studies of avalanches, identify environmental factors that cause these disasters, and explain how experts prevent avalanches. Diagrams, charts, and photos provide opportunities to evaluate and understand the scientific concepts involved.
Avalanches
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Author : Michael Woods
language : en
Publisher: LernerClassroom
Release Date : 2007-01-01
Avalanches written by Michael Woods and has been published by LernerClassroom this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-01-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
In an instant, an avalanche can turn a picture-perfect winter scene into a deadly disaster. Huge sheets of snow and ice can race down a mountain at 50 miles (81 kilometers) per hour or faster. Avalanches can toss cars, snap trees, and crush buildings in their path, sometimes burying an entire village in tightly packed snow. With dramatic images and first-hand survivor stories plus the latest facts and figures this book shows you avalanche disasters up close.
Avalanche Handbook
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Author : Ronald I. Perla
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1976
Avalanche Handbook written by Ronald I. Perla and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1976 with Avalanches categories.
Deals comprehensively and practically with effects, causes and behaviour of avalanches, protection of ski areas, highways and villages, and safety and rescue.