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Walking Softly in the Wilderness 4TH Edition

by John Hart

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ISBN13: 9781578051236
ISBN10: 1578051231
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The ultimate manual for wilderness travelers and campers, Walking Softly in the Wilderness is the groundbreaking guide that first taught backpackers how to enjoy a genuine wilderness experience that leaves nature undisturbed.

In recent years backpacking gear and practices have undergone many changes, and all are noted and expertly evaluated by author John Hart in this new edition. Covering the latest in "ultralight" gear choices, as well as downloadable maps, portable GPS devices, and the world of online information, Hart is a sure-footed guide to this changing scene.

The qualities that established this guide as the bible of camp and trail have also been polished and honed: its level-headed advice on trip planning and packing; insights for getting the most from a wilderness trip, whether a challenging mountain scramble or a leisurely family outing; and wisdom about dealing with the unexpected, from bears to flash floods to injuries. Seventy line drawings illustrate topics ranging from bear-bagging to rigging a tarp shelter. Extensive resource listings include wilderness agencies, gear suppliers, and online information sources.

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This is the groundbreaking guide that first taught backpackers how to enjoy a genuine wilderness experience that leaves nature undisturbed--the ultimate manual for wilderness travelers and campers. Since it was last revised in 1998, backpacking gear and practices have undergone many changes, subtle and large--all noted and expertly evaluated by author John Hart in this new edition. The quest to go ultralight, for example, has introduced new gear choices, such as plastic boots, frameless packs, single-walled tents and shelters, and softshell garments that keep you dry as well as warm. Backpacking has also embraced the information age, with downloadable maps, navigation by portable GPS devices, and a world of information available online.

A sure-footed guide to this changing scene, Hart remains in touch with its deeper realities. The qualities that established this guide as the bible of camp and trail have been polished and honed: its level-headed advice on gear selection, packing, and trip planning; its insights for getting the most from a wilderness trip, whether a challenging mountain scramble or a leisurely outing with family; its wisdom about dealing with the unexpected, from bears to flash floods to injuries. This edition assumes that tweny first-century readers are aware of the importance of walking softly; here they will find guidance on the skills needed to safeguard the wildlands they use. Most important of all, every line remains imbued with the joy and satisfaction of travel on one's own two feet in the great outdoors.

Helpful line drawings illustrate topics ranging from selecting gear to bearbagging to rigging a tarp shelter. Extensive resource listings include wilderness agencies, gear suppliers, and online information sources.

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ISBN:
9781578051236
Subtitle:
The Sierra Club Guide to Backpacking
Other:
Sierra Club
Other:
Sierra Club
Author:
Hart, John
Publisher:
Sierra Club Books
Subject:
Outdoor Skills
Subject:
Walking
Subject:
Backpacking
Subject:
Wilderness areas
Subject:
Environmental Conservation & Protection - General
Subject:
Hiking
Copyright:
Edition Number:
4
Edition Description:
Fourth
Series:
Sierra Club Outdoor Adventure Guide
Publication Date:
20050301
Binding:
TP
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Y
Pages:
520
Dimensions:
8.04x4.62x1.21 in. 1.06 lbs.

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