Bibliograph

How to survive your first trip in the wild, backpacking for beginners, Paul Magnanti

Type

Label

How to survive your first trip in the wild, backpacking for beginners, Paul Magnanti

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

How to survive your first trip in the wild

Nature of contents

handbooks

Oclc number

1114336216

Responsibility statement

Paul Magnanti

Sub title

backpacking for beginners

Summary

Explore the back country with confidence. Start strong with an essential equipment guide geared toward beginners. Discover how to choose a campsite and follow along with camp setup and breakdown directions. Water treatment info, outdoor cooking basics, snacking suggestions, and a sample three-day backpacking food plan supply you with vital knowledge to survive in the wilderness. This beginners' backpacking handbook includes:Expert tips--Learn how to "Leave No Trace," navigate rough terrain, deal with wildlife, and other practical backpacking advice. Gear checklists--Track down the right gear with guides to clothing, footwear, backpacks, and shelters--even on a budget. Plan ahead--Handy cheat sheets help you pick the best time of year and the perfect starter trail for backpacking in your state

Table Of Contents

Planning your trip -- Gearing up -- Getting trail-ready -- Hitting the trail -- Setting up camp -- Cooking and camp life -- Basic first aid -- Trips for first-time backpackers -- Seasons cheat sheets -- First trip checklist -- Lightweight backpacking

Target audience

adult

resource.variantTitle

Backpacking for Beginners

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