National Get Outdoors Day: Books for Teens

National Get Outdoors Day is celebrated on the second Saturday in June. Grab one of these great books to inspire your outdoor adventures this summer!

Updated May 28, 2026
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100 Hikes of a Lifetime U.S.A.: The Country's Ultimate Scenic Trails
Pearson, Stephanie
Paper Book
From a bucket list trek on the Pacific Crest Trail to a day hike up Virginia's Old Rag, discover the best hikes across the United States to add to your bucket list. In this sequel to the best-selling 100 Hikes of a Lifetime, discover the best trails, day hikes, and...
The book of outdoor games : 50+ unplugged activities for kids & families
Philpott, Emily
Paper Book
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 rope games. Kids will enjoy...
NOLS wilderness medicine
Schimelpfenig, Tod
Ebook
"One of the finest first aid books I've ever seen," revised and updated with the latest medical guidance. (Mel Otten, M.D., Wilderness Medical Society)   The seventh edition of the bestselling NOLS Wilderness Medicine includes all the key first-aid...
Inuunira : my story of survival
Koonoo, Brian
Paper Book
Kirkus Best Teen & YA Nonfiction of 2022 "An unforgettable physical and emotional journey." --★ Kirkus, STARRED review In this harrowing survival story, Brian Koonoo takes off on a hunting trip in Canada's Arctic. After his snowmobile breaks down, his GPS loses signal, and his...
Lucha of the night forest
Mejia, Tehlor Kay
Paper Book
An edge-of-your-seat fantasy about a girl who will do anything to protect her sister-even if it means striking a dangerous bargain. Dark forces, forgotten magic, and a heart-stopping queer romance make this young adult novel a must-read. A scorned god. A mysterious acolyte....
The Forest Grimm : a novel
Purdie, Kathryn
Paper Book
"A luminous fairy tale, sharp as teeth and full of heart. I devoured every word of this magical tale." --Rebecca Ross, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Divine Rivals and Ruthless Vows. In the dark heart of the Forest Grimm, lurks the Wolf, an omen of...

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