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Backpacker's Start-Up: A Beginner?s Guide to Hiking and Backpacking (Start-Up Sports series)

By Doug Werner

Book information

Publisher
Tracks Publishing
Year
1999
ISBN
188465410X, 9781884654107
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
4 MB (3900569 bytes)
Pages
144\146
Scanned
yes
Time added
2011-06-04 13:46:07

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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