Publisher's Synopsis
"The earliest ziplines can be traced back hundreds of years to the Himalayas and the Alps. Some parts of these mountain regions were too dangerous to walk through, so people living there put up ziplines. Ziplines have long been used by mountain climbers as well. Discover more about this activity in Ziplining, a title in the Outdoor Adventures and Sports series. This title covers the basics of ziplining, going over how and where to zipline, recommended gear, safety measures, and related activities. It also includes interesting facts about ziplining, as well as healthy eating and exercise tips to help readers improve their fitness"--
