Basic Illustrated Backpacking (Basic Illustrated Series) - Softcover

Roberts, Harry; Schneider, Russ; Levin, Lon

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0762747579 ISBN 13: 9780762747573

Publisher: Falcon Guides, 2008

Synopsis

BASIC ILLUSTRATED BACKPACKING

Expert hikers Harry Roberts and Russ Schneider take readers step-by-step through planning a trip for each skill level, selecting the proper gear and provisions (including the right boots), how to find you way through wilderness, prepare a good meal, and much more.

About this title

About the Author

Harry Robert was the editor of Canoesport Journal and an avid outdoorsman, canoeist, hiker, and camper.



Russ Schneider has been a backpacking, rafting, and fishing guide with Glacier Wilderness Guide in West Glacier, Montana, since 1993. He has also served as an editor for many of Falcon's how-to books. His numerous books include Backpacking Tips, Best Hikes Along the Continental Divide, Fishing Glacier National Park, and Hiking the Columbia River Gorge.

From the Back Cover

Richly illustrated and information-packed tools for the novice or handy reference for the veteran, BASIC ILLUSTRATED books distill years of knowledge into affordable and visual guides. Whether you're planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, the BASIC ILLUSTRATED series shows you what you need to know. Discover how to: - Choose the best terrain- Select appropriate gear- Properly pack your equipment- Walk with a heavy pack- Find your way in the wilderness- Plan easy and tasty meals

Edition details

• Publisher: Falcon Guides
• Publication date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0762747579
• ISBN 13: 9780762747573
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 64