Backpacker's Start-Up: A Beginner's Guide to Hiking and Backpacking (Start-Up Sports series) [Paperback]

Doug Werner (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 1999

Aimed specifically at the novice outdoor adventurer, this comprehensive guide explains the essential gear, preparations, precautions, and techniques required for day hiking and short backpacking trips. Through informative, entertaining, and encouraging personal anecdotes, the guide emphasizes the physical, aesthetic, and spiritual benefits of spending time in nature. Essential first aid and map-reading information is also included.

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About the Author

Doug Werner is the author of several books in the Start-Up Sports series, including Bowler's Start-Up, Boxer's Start-Up, Golfer's Start-Up, and Snowboarder's Start-Up. He has been interviewed on CNN, and his books have appeared on ESPN. He lives in San Diego, California.

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Tracks Publishing (May 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 188465410X
• ISBN-13: 978-1884654107
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #725,868 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #14 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Outdoors & Nature > Hiking & Camping > Walking
  • #15 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Outdoors & Nature > Hiking & Camping > Camping
  • #53 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Outdoors & Nature > Hiking & Camping > Instructional

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Place to Start, June 9, 2008

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A. Haight (Camp Hill, PA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Backpacker's Start-Up: A Beginner's Guide to Hiking and Backpacking (Start-Up Sports series) (Paperback)

When I wanted to take up backpacking I didn't know anyone else who did the sport that I could go to for advice or teachings. This book has the info you need to get started and give you confidence to get out there and try backpacking, which has become one of my favorite pastimes!

13 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Book For Beginners, January 11, 2007

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Richard Moschella "New Jersey's Best" (New Jersey) - See all my reviews
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Are you planning a hiking trip and not sure what to bring or what to buy? Well, this is the book for you. I found a lot of great tips and good advice from safety to how to build up to long hikes. Great Book !!!

17 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent "how-to" book, August 6, 2001

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This review is from: Backpacker's Start-Up: A Beginner's Guide to Hiking and Backpacking (Start-Up Sports series) (Paperback)

I bought this for my husband, who has recently taken up hiking. He loves it and in fact reads it at bedtime every night. Says it is the best book he has seen for beginners. And, not a bad price either!