Outward Bound Backpacker's Handbook

by Glenn Randall

Overview

A comprehensive guidebook, backed by the renowned program Outward Bound, to aid outdoors lovers into the area of backpacking.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780762778553
Publisher:	Falcon Guides
Publication date:	04/02/2013
Series:	Outward Bound
Edition description:	Third Edition
Pages:	208
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

Glenn Randall is a renowned author, outdoor photographer, and mountaineer who has written nine other books, including The Outward Bound Staying Warm in the Outdoors Handbook and Outward Bound Map & Compass Handbook (both Globe Pequot Press). He lives in Boulder, Colorado.

Table of Contents

The Outward Bound Backpacker's Handbookopens up a world full of fun and adventure to nature lovers of all ages. Whether you are planning a short hike or a long vacation in the outdoors, this guide will provide answers to all the real, practical questions about hiking, backpacking, and camping.

Budding gearheads and beginning backpackers venturing into challenging terrain will be well-served by this guide.

What People are Saying About This

Jon Krakauer

Without question the best backpacking manual I have ever seen.
— Author of Into Thin Air

Editorial Reviews

Experienced and new campers alike will find a caring environmental ethic along with impeccable advice on choosing equipment.
—Sports Afield

Ted Kerasote