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Backpacker's Start-Up: A Beginner's Guide to Hiking and Backpacking

By Doug Werner

Book information

Publisher
Tracks Publishing
Year
1999
ISBN
1-884654-10-X, 9781884654107
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
5 MB (4968183 bytes)
Series
Start-Up Sports series
Pages
144\146
Time added
2015-04-28 16:00:00

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.

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