Bibliograph

The hiking companion, getting the most from the trail experience throughout the seasons, Michael W. Robbins

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The hiking companion, getting the most from the trail experience throughout the seasons, Michael W. Robbins

Language

eng

Index

no index present

Literary Form

unknown

Main title

The hiking companion

Nature of contents

dictionaries

Oclc number

863466060

Responsibility statement

Michael W. Robbins

Sub title

getting the most from the trail experience throughout the seasons

Summary

Expert hiker Michael W. Robbins offers an overview of the hiking experience in various terrains, from forests to fields to mountains. He discusses common mistakes and how to avoid them and gives recommendations on trip planning, pacing, and appropriate gear. He covers the basics of navigating, including use of a compass, and he even includes a chapter on extending a day hike into an overnight backpacking trip. Interwoven with Robbins's advice are first-person accounts of his own experiences on trails in various parts of North America. His encounters with wildlife, his discovery of forgotten historical or unexplored archaeological sites, his exultation at coming upon a magnificent vista - all will be a real inspiration to both beginning and experienced hikers. The Hiking Companion is the perfect combination of down-to-earth, expert advice and exciting tales of the once-in-a-lifetime experiences that await you in the wild

Target audience

adult

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