| Backpacker's Start-Up: A Beginner's Guide to Hiking and Backpacking Contributor(s): Werner, Doug (Author) |
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ISBN: 188465410X ISBN-13: 9781884654107 Publisher: Tracks Publishing OUR PRICE: $8.96 Product Type: Paperback Published: May 1999 Annotation: Hiking and camping in the wild requires a certain attitude and a great deal of preparation. This covers the essential gear, preparations, precautions, and techniques required for day hiking and short backpacking trips. The physical, aesthetic, and spiritual benefits of spending time in nature is emphasized. Specifically for the novice outdoorperson, this guide includes realistic information in an easy-to-understand format. The author shares his experiences in an informative, entertaining, and encouraging tone. Essential first aid and map-reading information is included. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Sports & Recreation | Hiking - Sports & Recreation | Outdoor Skills - Sports & Recreation | Camping |
| Dewey: 796.51 |
| LCCN: 98061173 |
| Series: Start-Up Sports |
| Physical Information: 0.53" H x 5.53" W x 8.48" (0.45 lbs) 144 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Aimed specifically at the novice outdoor adventurer, this comprehensive guide explains the essential gear, preparations, precautions, and techniques required for day hiking and short backpacking trips. Through informative, entertaining, and encouraging personal anecdotes, the guide emphasizes the physical, aesthetic, and spiritual benefits of spending time in nature. Essential first aid and map-reading information is also included. |
