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~ Alan Kesselheim (Author), Dennis Coello (Author), John Harlin (Author), Steve Howe (Editor) "NO MATTER HOW YOU are planning on enjoying the backcountry-by foot, by water, by bike, by ski, or by snowshoe-there are some basic steps to..." (more)
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Hiking, biking, paddling, and skiing share a few common traits when it comes time to make camp. But they also have a number of unique concerns that need to be addressed. The authors of Making Camp--four field experts from Backpacker magazine--have done just that by dedicating a chapter to each pursuit. Steve Howe's backpacking chapter discusses the basics of trip planning with tips on food shopping, acquiring maps, pack essentials, and what items should remain at home. Alan Kesselheim's paddling chapter addresses water-travel specifics such as loading a boat and waterproofing bags. Dennis Coello equips your bike for heavy loads and suggests how to combine the proper saddle, shorts, and personalized seat angle for a comfortable in-saddle experience. Finally, John Harlin tackles the world of snow camping with tips on how to adjust to a world where everything is cold and inhospitable. He teaches you how to survive the elements with a variety of shelters, including a high-wind-proof tent, and how to delicately dig your first snow cave. --Benjamin Tiffany


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Well organized and entertaining, these two additions to the field of camping literature provide a great deal of information to outdoor adventurers, though some overlap does exist. Berger, a contributing editor to Backpacker magazine, gives practical advice to help hikers survive and enjoy their outdoor experiences, addressing pretrip planning, food, cooking, weather, health, first aid, and water. Her love of camping and the wilderness is obvious throughout, making for a fun as well as vastly informative book. Howe, a field editor for Backpacker magazine, contributes the first chapter (about hiking) to Making Camp. Alan Kesselheim, a contributing editor for Canoe & Kayak magazine, writes the second chapter, dealing with the particulars of travel by canoe, kayak, and raft, and subsequent chapters are also written by experts. The final chapter addresses the highly adventurous sport of winter camping. Part of a series on backcountry skills, these two works are comprehensive and easy to use. For public libraries.?Melinda Stivers Leach, Precision Editorial Svcs., Wondervu, Col.
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 223 pages
  • Publisher: Mountaineers Books (September 1997)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0898865220
  • ISBN-13: 978-0898865226
  • Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 5.9 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,575,030 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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NO MATTER HOW YOU are planning on enjoying the backcountry-by foot, by water, by bike, by ski, or by snowshoe-there are some basic steps to making sure that your home away from home will give you what you need each night. Read the first page
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4.0 out of 5 stars Camping made easy, March 1, 2001
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This book was extremely helpful to campers of all levels. I have been camping for quite some time and still learned a lot of tips on how to make your trip as enjoyable and environmentaly friendly as possible. Anyone considering a day hike or longer should read this first.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Read library copy, had to own one, February 16, 2009
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I read a library copy of this book, then decided I should have my own copy. It is an excellent guide for those participating or planning for hiking, biking, canoeing, skiing, snow shoeing or kayaking camping. It provides checklists for equipment and suggestions to keep the weight down. I plan to use it every time I prepare for any outing in which I need to carry any equipment or supplies.
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