This is the only book to clearly illustrate and systematically guide readers through glacier anatomy, equipment, route finding, and rescue techniques and, just like our other books that are illustrated by Mike Clelland, it is guaranteed to entertain the whole way through.
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This detailed instructional guide provides the knowledge and advanced skills you need to safely navigate through dangerous glaciated terrain, from the Cascades to Alaska to the Himalayas. Hundreds of
hilarious and informative illustrations by Mike Clelland complement the clear and concise text by Andy Tyson. Mike and Andy have both collectively spent years teaching and traveling on glaciers throughout
the world.
hilarious and informative illustrations by Mike Clelland complement the clear and concise text by Andy Tyson. Mike and Andy have both collectively spent years teaching and traveling on glaciers throughout
the world.
glacier anatomy • equipment • knots • route finding • rescue techniques • expedition skills
A favorite textbook at climbing schools, Glacier Mountaineering is an invaluable introduction to this complicated subject and an excellent reference for beginners and experienced mountaineers alike.
About the Author
Andy Tyson has worked for years at the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS), Alpine Ascents International, and Exum Mountain Guides. He teaches and guides in the world’s high peaks and remote ranges, training aspiring climbers and guides.
Mike Clelland is an illustrator and NOLS instructor who has drawn cartoons for a series of instructional books for FalconGuides, including Allen and Mike’s Really Cool Backcountry Ski Book and Allen & Mike’s Really Cool Telemark Tips.
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The Definitive Source!,
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This review is from: Glacier Mountaineering: An Illustrated Guide to Glacier Travel and Crevasse Rescue (How To Climb Series) (Paperback)
As a mountaineering instructor, this book is the clear favorite among students. The text is clearly and concisely written and the illustrations make the information accessible and simple for anyone to understand. And the cartoons are so dang cute! The book also offers a number of expert tips learned from years of experience. I highly recommend this over all of the other options out there.
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In my opinion a good book must be informative and it needs to keep your interest. This book does both. 90 percent of this book is illustrated with cartoon figures with arrows pointing to all the details (actually more detailed that a photo could be). At first glance you might think this book doesn't offer much in the way of knowledge. Nothing could be farther from the truth. This is one of the best books I have read. It is the type of book that you will refer to often and should be read by anyone looking to venture onto glaciers. Nice job guys.
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Excellent illustrations,
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This review is from: Glacier Mountaineering: An Illustrated Guide to Glacier Travel and Crevasse Rescue (How To Climb Series) (Paperback)
Very useful book. Don't let the cartoons fool you. Each one illustrates at least one important point and usually many points. This book is a delight to read and will help keep you safe and alive. Climb on!
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