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Backpacker's Start-Up: A Beginner's Guide to Hiking and Backpacking
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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Backpacker's Start-Up: A Beginner's Guide to Hiking and Backpacking
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Doug Werner
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| Series | Start-Up Sports series |
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:144 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 215,Width 139 |
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| Category/Genre | Tramping
Travel |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9781884654107
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| Classifications | Dewey:796.51 |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Tracks Publishing,U.S.
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| Imprint |
Tracks Publishing,U.S.
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| Publication Date |
1 May 1999 |
| Publication Country |
United States
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Description
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.
Author Biography
Doug Werner is the author of 15 books on sports and fitness, including the books in the Start-Up Sports series. He lives in San Diego, California.
Reviews"Start-Up Sports tackles the hottest sports. These inexpensive titles are forthright and simple, with good illustrations and social pointers." -- Library Journal
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