Christine Talley is an outdoor enthusiast, a retired registered nurse, and the mother of two adventurous sons. A 2015 NaNoWriMo winner with her novel, and longtime member of the Society for Creative Anachronism, she has spent years hiking, camping, winter backpacking, and caving—along with a bit of sword fighting for fun. Her passion for exploration and family adventures inspired Outdoor Survival for Kids: Discover How to Build Shelters, Find Food and Water, Start Fires, Perform First Aid, and Thrive in the Wild.