Backpacking Wisdom of 50 Years: Timeless Guidance from Hard Knocks in the Wild

Much more than a gear guide, this indispensable and packable-sized resource provides practical How To's covering the spectrum, with time-tested Do's complemented with equally useful Don'ts.

Covers trip planning and preparation, hiking, campsite selection and setup, shelter and rest, fire and water, food and cooking, gear maintenance, survival skills and more.

Includes special sections on winter camping, backpacking with children, bear safety and packing for day hikes, plus appendices for conducting a nature treasure hunt for children, treating snake and tick bites, applying ACE bandages and tying essential camping knots.

Safety, health and Leave No Trace objectives are supported by comprehensive checklists for:

• Building a solid First-Aid kit.
• Assembling kit-ready flashcards of First-Aid procedures.
• Organizing your essential and luxury items by major usage categories for easy gear layout and packing.