The Avalanche Handbook 4th Edition

Author : David McClung,Peter A. Schaerer
Publisher : The Mountaineers Books
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0898868092

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The Avalanche Handbook by David McClung,Peter A. Schaerer Pdf

Technical yet accessible, The Avalanche Handbook, 3rd Edition, covers the formation, character, effects, and control of avalanches; rescue techniques; and research on understanding and surviving avalanches. Illustrated with nearly 200 updated illustrations, photos and examples, the revised edition offers exhaustive information on contributing weather and climate factors, snowpack analysis, the newest transceiver search techniques, and preventative and protective measures, including avalanche zoning and control. It contains new information on the unique characteristics of alpine snow, snow slab instability, terrain variables, skier triggering of avalanches, and the nature of avalanche motion. Plus brand-new chapters on the elements of backcountry avalanche forecasting and the decision-making process.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1953
Category : Avalanches
ISBN : LCCN:agr53000301

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Avalanche Handbook by Anonim Pdf

Author : Peter Schaerer,David McClung
Publisher : The Mountaineers Books
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2006-10-12
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781594851308

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The Avalanche Handbook by Peter Schaerer,David McClung Pdf

CLICK HERE to download the chapter on "Backcountry Forecasting & Decisions" from The Avalanche Handbook * Information on the unique characteristics of alpine snow, snow slab instability, terrain variables, skier triggering of avalanches, and the nature of avalanche motion * Chapters on the elements of backcountry avalanche forecasting and the decision-making process * This is the text used by search and rescue professionals, ski patrol groups, and outdoor education programs Technical yet accessible, The Avalanche Handbook, 3rd Edition, covers the formation, character, effects, and control of avalanches; rescue techniques; and research on understanding and surviving avalanches. Illustrated with nearly 200 updated illustrations, photos and examples, this updated edition offers exhaustive information on contributing weather and climate factors, snowpack analysis, the newest transceiver search techniques, and preventative and protective measures, including avalanche zoning and control.

Author : David McClung
Publisher : Mountaineers Books
Page : 759 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2023-02-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781680515404

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The Avalanche Handbook, 4th Edition by David McClung Pdf

More than 75,000 copies sold of previous editions New chapter on risk management Includes new photographs and updated illustrations The Avalanche Handbook needs no introduction. For this new fourth edition of the course-adopted and internationally recognized book, David McClung has completed an in-depth review and update of the entire text, as well as consulted outside experts in explosives, search and rescue, and other key topics. Comprehensive sections cover the formation, character, effects, and control of avalanches; avalanche terrain and forecasting; safety and rescue; risk management, preventive and protective measures; and more. Technical yet accessible and with extensive photos, illustrations, graphs, and charts throughout, The Avalanche Handbook will continue to be essential reading for avalanche professionals and serious winter backcountry adventurers.

Author : Bruce Tremper
Publisher : The Mountaineers Books
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0898868343

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Staying Alive in Avalanche Terrain by Bruce Tremper Pdf

Winter recreation in the mountains has increased steadily over the past few years, and so has the number of deaths and injuries caused by avalanches. Staying Alive in Avalanche Terrain covers everything you need to know to avoid trouble in avalanche terrain: what avalanches are and how they work, common myths, human activities that lead to avalanche trouble, what happens to victims when an avalanche occurs, and rescue techniques. Provides step- by-step instruction for determining avalanche hazards, using safe travel technique, and making effective rescues.

Author : Tony Daffern
Publisher : Rocky Mountain Books Incorporated
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2017-10-17
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 177160235X

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Backcountry Avalanche Safety by Tony Daffern Pdf

Essential reading for all outdoor enthusiasts who venture into mountainous terrain where avalanches are common. In spite of the increasing sophistication of avalanche hazard forecasting, an alarming number of people die every year in backcountry avalanche accidents. This updated edition of Backcountry Avalanche Safety contains the latest information on avalanche risk and focuses on the following vital topics: Mountain Weather Snow and Snowpack Types of Avalanches Avalanche Terrain Trip Planning Avalanche Gear Travel in Avalanche Terrain Riding Steep Slopes Companion Rescue Using colour photographs along with detailed charts, graphs and diagrams, the author clearly explains the importance of managing risk while enjoying backcountry adventure during the winter months.

Author : Ronald I. Perla,M. Martinelli
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 1976
Category : Avalanches
ISBN : UIUC:30112046886278

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Avalanche Handbook by Ronald I. Perla,M. Martinelli Pdf

Deals comprehensively and practically with effects, causes and behaviour of avalanches, protection of ski areas, highways and villages, and safety and rescue.

Author : Ronald I. Perla,M. Martinelli
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 1978
Category : Avalanches
ISBN : OCLC:252378187

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Avalanche Handbook by Ronald I. Perla,M. Martinelli Pdf

Author : Tony Daffern
Publisher : Rocky Mountain Books Ltd
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1897522541

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Backcountry Avalanche Safety by Tony Daffern Pdf

Snow avalanches are the greatest source of danger for mountain travellers in winter. This book focuses on two basic user groups: those who wish to avoid avalanche hazard by careful route-finding, and those who deliberately seek steep slopes to ski or board. It explains the basics of snow and avalanches, and identifies the avalanche terrain.

Author : Ronald I. Perla,M. Martinelli, Jr.
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2004-07-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1410215490

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Avalanche Handbook by Ronald I. Perla,M. Martinelli, Jr. Pdf

Avalanches seldom touch man or his works, but when they do they can be disastrous. This illustrated handbook sets forth procedures for avoiding such disasters in ski areas, near roads and settlements, and in the back country. New snowfall and old snow redeposited by winds are the major causes of avalanches. Melting and freezing or the presents or absents of a temperature gradient in the snow are difficult to observe directly but can make the snowpack either more or less susceptible to avalanching. Such variations often can be identified by digging pits in the snow. When a snow slop fails, the impact of the avalanche depends on such variables as the length, shape, and roughness of the avalanche path. If disaster strikes buried victims must be rescued quickly, since the chance of survival decreases sharply with time. Methods of avalanche control include artificial release by explosives, defense structures, public warnings, and land-use legislation.

Author : Gene Prater,Dave Felkley
Publisher : The Mountaineers Books
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0898868912

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Snowshoeing by Gene Prater,Dave Felkley Pdf

Completely revised, the fifth edition of Snowshoeing teaches you how to navigate through snow-clad woods, compete in races, and climb to new summits with easily-learned snowshoeing techniques. This classic how-to snowshoeing manual has all the latest information on snowshoeing equipment, from various types of snowshoes to bindings and clothing. Discover techniques for all types of terrain and snow conditions, plus information on conditioning, cross-training, and even snowshoe racing.Snowshoeing also includes a chapter on the history of snowshoeing, information on navigation and route finding, camping, gauging snow conditions, and winter safety, with emphasis on the dangers of avalanches. Part of the Mountaineers Outdoor Expert series.

Author : United States. Forest Service
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 154 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1953
Category : Avalanches
ISBN : IND:30000088299601

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Avalanche Handbook by United States. Forest Service Pdf

Author : Martin Volken,Scott Schell,Margaret Wheeler
Publisher : The Mountaineers Books
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1594850380

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Backcountry Skiing by Martin Volken,Scott Schell,Margaret Wheeler Pdf

* For intermediate-to-advanced backcountry skiers* Includes trip planning, navigation, fitness, and avalanche safety information, in addition to techniques*Provides advice on how to make well-informed backcountry decisionsMartin Volken and his co-authors provide skiers with all the tools and knowledge they need to safely and successfully travel in the mountain backcountry. The guide features intermediate-to-advanced techniques for ski touring and ski mountaineering, from planning backcountry trips to perfecting turns in rolling terrain and mastering uphill climbing. For those skiers ready for a more technical, high alpine environment, they draw on traditional mountaineering skills, including roped climbing, setting protection anchors, using ice axes, climbing on bare rock, and more. In addition to mastering techniques, Backcountry Skiing also features information on recent evolutions in ski equipment; avalanche safety tips; a primer on mountain weather and glaciers, trip planning tools, a discussion of emergency situations, nutrition and fitness advice, and winter camping basics.Throughout this guide, a special emphasis is put on being well-informed and making good decisions - whenever you strap on your skis and skins and head out into the backcountry.

Author : Edward Keller,Duane DeVecchio
Publisher : Pearson Higher Education AU
Page : 575 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2015-05-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780321958051

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Natural Hazards: Earth's Processes as Hazards, Disasters, and Catastrophes (4th Edition) by Edward Keller,Duane DeVecchio Pdf

Author : The Mountaineers
Publisher : Mountaineers Books
Page : 1174 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2017-10-05
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781680510058

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Mountaineering: Freedom of the Hills by The Mountaineers Pdf

“The definitive guide to mountains and climbing . . .”—Conrad Anker For nearly 60 years it’s been revered as the “bible” of mountaineering–and now it’s even better than ever The best-selling instructional text for new and intermediate climbers for more than half a century New edition—fully updated techniques and all-new illustrations Researched and written by a team of expert climbers Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills is the text beloved by generations of new climbers—the standard for climbing education around the world where it has been translated into 12 languages. For the all-new 9th Edition, committees comprosed of active climbers and climbing educators reviewed every chapter of instruction, and discussed updates with staff from the American Alpine Club (AAC), the American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education (AIARE), and the Access Fund. They also worked with professional members of the American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA), to review their work and ensure that the updated textbook includes the most current best practices for both alpine and rock climbing instruction. From gear selection to belay and repel techniques, from glacier travel to rope work, to safety, safety, and more safety—there is no more comprehensive and thoroughly vetted training manual for climbing than the standard set by Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills, 9th Edition. Significant updates to this edition include: • New alignment with AAC’s nationwide universal belay standard • Expanded and more detailed avalanche safety info, including how to better understand avalanches, evaluate hazards, travel safely in avy terrain, and locate and rescue a fellow climber in an avalanche • Newly revamped chapters on clothing and camping • All-new illustrations reflecting the latest gear and techniques—created by artist John McMullen, former art director of Climbing magazine • Review of and contributions to multiple sections by AMGA-certified guides • Fresh approach to the Ten Essentials—now making the iconic list easier to recall