This tells readers, whatever their age, experience or fittness level how to become happy and confident hikers. The book provides information on: what to wear; equipment and food recommendations; packing tips; exercises to strengthen and stretch muscles and prevent injury; worldwide trail destinations; and adventures for trail veterans.
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The authors define hiking as an extended walk and backpacking as an overnight hike with supplies. Using the expertise gathered as veteran hikers, Seaborg, president of the American Hiking Society, and Dudley provide an enthusiastic, even evangelistic, introduction to--and overview of--this increasingly popular pastime. Comfortable feet are crucial to either hiking or backpacking, and that's where the authors start. Though they allow that any comfortable pair of shoes will do for beginners, they contend that eventually all hikers should invest in boots that provide critical ankle support. They also discuss packs, food, map reading, compass use, and the importance of leaving nature in at least the same shape one found it, preferably better. A third of the text is devoted to a listing of the best worldwide hiking and backpacking trails and information on who to contact for information regarding them. A glossary of hiking terminology and an appendix of organizations, magazines, and other literature round out this well-organized, concise, and informative handbook. Wes Lukowsky
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"The best little book I've ever seen on hiking and backpacking. . . . If you could buy only one book this would be the one."
William Kemsley, Jr. Founder, Backpacker magazine
"This is an excellent resource for hikers and backpackers of all levels of skill, beginner to expert. . . . The descriptions of the many different places and trails made me yearn to be out on the trail again."
Susan Henley Vice President, American Hiking Society
"The knowledge Eric and Ellen share in Hiking and Backpacking is evident by the well-worn soles of their hiking boots. . . . They've touched on every strategic point, making [this book] a credible source of information for the beginner in all of us."
John Viehman Host and Series Editor, Trailside public television show Executive Editor, Backpacker magazine
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Great Little Hiker's Companion!,
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This review is from: Hiking and Backpacking (Outdoor Pursuits Series) (Paperback)
This book is a great value to carry, good size and easy to pack along. In addition to the usual info about equipment, safety, and best places, I really appreciated the tips on such things as breaking in boots, going with children, picking a campsite, and "Can I Carry All That?" (title of one section)!There is a lot here!: Info on British, European, Australian trails and The Himalayas, in addition to U.S. destinations! Sections on Mountaineering, Snowshoeing, Cross-Country Skiing, Off-Trail Travel, and Orienteering. A great resource in the back on where to get maps. These authors did a fine piece of work in this one little book!
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The book arrived in excellent condition. It arrived on time as promised. I would highly recommend buying from this seller.
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The vast plateau of southeastern Utah stretched before us from horizon to horizon, its desert flatness punctuated by an occasional sandstone monolith. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
stuff sack, many hikers, hiking club, hiking opportunities, white gas, elevation gain Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
United States, Appalachian Trail, New Zealand, Glacier National Park, Sierra Nevada, American Discovery Trail, Florida Trail, Bureau of Land Management, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Rocky Mountain National Park, Third World New!
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