Bandon Public Library

Explains in simple terms where snow comes from and what fun snow can be

"An exploration of humanity's relationship with ice since the dawn of civilization, Of Ice and Men reminds us that only by understanding this unique substance can we save the ice on our planet--and perhaps ourselves. Ice tells a story. It writes it in rock. It lays it down, snowfall by snowfall at the ends of the earth where we may read it like the rings on a tree. It tells our planet's geological and climatological tale. Ice tells another story...

A biography of a self-taught scientist who photographed thousands of individual snowflakes in order to study their unique formations

Provides instructions for making traditional and unusual snowmen, snow lanterns that can be lit from inside, and other constructions made out of snow, from tiny ornaments to a snow house, and suggests other wintry activities

Backpacking in the winter months can be exhilarating, refreshing, and, with the help of this book, remarkably safe and comfortable too! All it takes is some good planning and learning some tricks to keep warm, dry and happy. Whether you're new to backpacking in the winter months and looking to make your first experience as warm and enjoyable as possible, or a practiced winter backpacker interested in making day trips and camping trips more comfortable,...

Explains what snow is and what can be done with it. Includes instructions for making a snowflake from paper

"A comprehensive guide on how to stay safe and have fun while camping in winter, including information on "hot tenting" and "cold tenting"."--