Richard Parks – författare

Richard Parks has what must be one of contemporary sport's most extraordinary and inspirational stories. Soon after he turned thirty, the professional career in rugby that had been his life for over a decade was cut short by injury, leaving him faced with an uncertain future. But unlike many other young athletes, Richard decided to tackle his fears, anxiety and depression head on, taking inspiration from Ranulph Fiennes and a line from his grandmother's eulogy - "The horizon is only the limit of our sight" and setting out on challenges that have become part of his everyday life.Richard created history with his first endeavour - the 737 Challenge - by becoming the first person to conquer the highest mountain on each of the world's continents and venture to both the North and South Poles within seven months. Then in 2013 he tackled three hugely challenging events - an ultramarathon through the Peruvian jungle, the world's highest mountain bike race, and a double iron man triathlon in Snowdonia - in preparation for an even more extraordinary challenge: to record the fastest solo, unsupported and unassisted journey to the South Pole. These three challenges and the Antarctic speed record quest that saw Richard ski 11 hours a day enduring perishing conditions, broken skis and spending Christmas and New Year alone on the ice, were all filmed for a major four-part series to be broadcast on Channel 5 later this year.Beyond the Horizon is an amazing, inspiring, and exciting story for armchair adventurers, extreme sports and mountaineering fans alike.

Yellowstone’s fabled trout waters draw anglers from around the world to test their skills. This guide explains where to go, how to get there, which gamefish are found, the geography and angling history of the park’s waters, and the top fly patterns and lures for each fishery. Also included are tips on lures, flies, bait, and tackle; and information about river access, regulations, trails, distances, terrain, and campgrounds,Lifelong Montana resident Richard Parks grew up fishing the streams of Yellowstone National Park. The co-author of Tying and Fishing the West’s Best Dry Flies, he is a member of Trout Unlimited and the Federation of Fly Fishers. * Describes the habits and habitats of Yellowstone’s gamefish* Covers all waters, big and small, on the road and off the beaten path* B/w maps and photographs