The National Outdoor Leadership School's Wilderness GuideThe National Outdoor Leadership School's Wilderness Guide
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Book, 1999
Current format, Book, 1999, Revised and updated edition, No Longer Available.Book, 1999
Current format, Book, 1999, Revised and updated edition, No Longer Available. Offered in 0 more formatsThe classic backpacker's handbook--revised and updated--providing expert guidelines for anyone who loves the outdoors.
The Wilderness Guide brings the savvy of the world's most famous and respected outdoor organization to everyone--from the sixteen million backpacking Americans to the more than 265 million people, tenderfeet and trail-hardened hikers, who visit our national parks annually. It covers:
-Selecting equipment--including discussions of the advantages and disadvantages of products such as the internal frame pack, lighter-weight boots, and freestanding tents
-The latest "leave no trace" camping techniques
-Traveling safely and sensibly--including vital information on maps, compasses, and tips on crossing difficult terrain
-Backcountry cooking, with tips on building fires and tricks for making gourmet meals
-Search-and-rescue techniques, including how to organize a self-sufficient search group and when to call in professional rescue teams
Illustrated throughout with instructional drawings and photos and featuring lists of equipment, the Wilderness Guide is a must-have for anyone planning to explore the great outdoors.
The Wilderness Guide brings the savvy of the world's most famous and respected outdoor organization to everyone--from the sixteen million backpacking Americans to the more than 265 million people, tenderfeet and trail-hardened hikers, who visit our national parks annually. It covers:
-Selecting equipment--including discussions of the advantages and disadvantages of products such as the internal frame pack, lighter-weight boots, and freestanding tents
-The latest "leave no trace" camping techniques
-Traveling safely and sensibly--including vital information on maps, compasses, and tips on crossing difficult terrain
-Backcountry cooking, with tips on building fires and tricks for making gourmet meals
-Search-and-rescue techniques, including how to organize a self-sufficient search group and when to call in professional rescue teams
Illustrated throughout with instructional drawings and photos and featuring lists of equipment, the Wilderness Guide is a must-have for anyone planning to explore the great outdoors.
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- New York : Simon & Schuster, c1999.
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