The Complete Practical Guide To Camping Hiking And Wilderness Skills

Author : Peter G. Drake
Publisher : Southwater
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2014-05-14
Category : Camping
ISBN : 1780193270

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The Complete Practical Guide to Camping, Hiking and Wilderness Skills by Peter G. Drake Pdf

Outdoor pursuits can mean anything from a day's gentle walking or mountain biking to a camping weekend, a trek through the jungle, or a tour in a kayak lasting several weeks. This book describes the kit needed for comfort and safety, including clothing and footwear, tents, sleeping bags, backpacks and cooking equipment. There is information on using a map and compass correctly, how to set up a tent and build a camp fire, and coping with hazards such as dangerous wildlife and unpredictable weather. Packed with expert advice and illustrated with over 800 photographs, the book makes essential reading for anyone planning an adventure in the great outdoors.

Author : Peter G. Drake
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2006-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1844774589

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The Complete Practical Guide to Camping, Hiking & Wilderness Skills by Peter G. Drake Pdf

This comprehensive guide to enjoying the great outdoors covers skills such as campcraft and walking as well as travelling with children, planning and exploring challenging terrain.

Author : Denise Long
Publisher : Chicago Review Press
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2011-05-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781569768792

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Survivor Kid by Denise Long Pdf

Anyone can get lost while camping or on a hike and Survivor Kid teaches young adventurers the survival skills they need if they ever find themselves lost or in a dangerous situation in the wild. Written by a search and rescue professional and lifelong camper, it's filled with safe and practical advice on building shelters and fires, signaling for help, finding water and food, dealing with dangerous animals, learning how to navigate, and avoiding injuries in the wilderness. Ten projects include building a simple brush shelter, using a reflective surface to start a fire, testing your navigation skills with a treasure hunt, and casting animal tracks to improve your observation skills.

Author : Paul Tawrell
Publisher : Paul Tawrell
Page : 1092 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Camping
ISBN : 0974082023

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Camping & Wilderness Survival by Paul Tawrell Pdf

Extensively researched and illustrated guidebook of nearly every conceivable aspect of outdoor camping and survival in all types of terrain and climate.

Author : Peter G. Drake
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Camping
ISBN : 1844774252

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A Practical Manual of Camping, Hiking & Wilderness Techniques by Peter G. Drake Pdf

Author : John F. Haslett,Cameron M. Smith
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 471 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2023-02-17
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781394159895

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Wilderness Survival For Dummies by John F. Haslett,Cameron M. Smith Pdf

Be prepared for anything, so you can explore where others fear to tread Wilderness Survival For Dummies takes a practical approach to teaching you the skills you need to stay alive outside. Learn survival skills the Dummies way, with helpful diagrams and illustrations, step-by-step instructions, and tips from the pros. With expert tips and easy-to-follow instructions in this book, you’ll know what to do to survive in the wild. Stay calm, deal with the elements, make fire, find drinking water, and navigate your way to safety, thanks to your newfound survival skills. Enjoy the great outdoors with the confidence to take the path less traveled Gain knowledge that will help you stay safe if the unexpected happens Deal with extreme weather events, make shelter, learn to signal for help Learn navigation skills so you can find your way home if you get lost You’re ready to take your love of nature to the next level and explore the wilderness. From forests and jungles to deserts, cold weather climates, and everything in between, you need this Dummies guide to stay safe while backpacking, sailing, camping, and adventuring ...wherever.

Author : Vin T. Sparano
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Camping
ISBN : OCLC:1409553421

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Complete Guide to Camping and Wilderness Survival by Vin T. Sparano Pdf

Author : DK Australia
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2019-09-17
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 014379695X

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Survival for Beginners: a Step-By-step Guide to Camping and Outdoor Skills by DK Australia Pdf

Whether you're planning an adventure or just want to learn outdoor skills, Survival for Beginners is the perfect book for you. Learn the basics - from picking the best tent for your expedition to knowing how to pitch it - with clear step-by-step illustrations. Find out why not to camp beneath a tree, how to peg out your tent and when to slacken the guy lines. Once you're safely under canvas, discover how to forage for food, light a fire with flints and cook up delicious grub. Find out what to take on your expedition, how to plan your route and what to include in your essential survival kit. There are also tips and advice for what to do when encountering some not-so-friendly animals, such as crocodiles, jellyfish, dingoes, kangaroos and snakes. To help you find your way, you will learn how to use a map and compass, or the sun and stars as a guide. Discover the best way to hike over diverse terrains, including forests, swamps, forests, deserts and mountains. Learn, too, how to predict the weather by observing cloud formations and wind direction. So start packing your backpack for an outdoor adventure and don't forget your copy of Survival for Beginners.

Author : Ruby McConnell
Publisher : Sasquatch Books
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2016-03-15
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781632170064

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A Woman's Guide to the Wild by Ruby McConnell Pdf

For women who enjoy hiking, camping, backpacking, and other outdoor recreation or those inspired by Cheryl Strayed’s Wild, this is the definitive guide to being a woman in the great outdoors. This friendly handbook covers the matters of most concern to women, from “feminine functions” in the wilderness to how to deal with condescending men, as well as the basics of wilderness survival tailored to women’s unique needs. It includes gear lists in addition to advice for camp setup, fire building, food and water, safety, weather, and navigation.

Author : Peter G. Drake
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Camping
ISBN : 1844774260

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Camping, Hiking and Wilderness Techniques by Peter G. Drake Pdf

Author : Jeff Burlingame
Publisher : Enslow Publishing, LLC
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2014-07-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781622852406

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How to Camp Like a Pro by Jeff Burlingame Pdf

With this "How-to" guide, readers will learn all the basic knowledge of camping and the important components that will make a first time camping trip a success. Between picking a location and setting up camp to the necessary gear and supplies, readers will learn everything needed to become a skilled camper.

Author : Joe O'Leary
Publisher : Watkins Media Limited
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2012-01-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781780282350

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The Wilderness Survival Guide by Joe O'Leary Pdf

A realistic approach to survival training and bushcraft from one of the country's top survival skills teachers - learn the techniques and confidence to fend for yourself in any situation.

Author : Phoebe Smith
Publisher : Bradt Travel Guides
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2015-03-06
Category : Camp sites, facilities, etc
ISBN : 9781841629124

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Wilderness Weekends by Phoebe Smith Pdf

Bed down among some of the most dramatic landscapes in the world and discover your own bolthole in one of Britain's rugged corners. Wilderness Weekends reveals the 26 best places for wild camping from the south coast of England to Scotland's far north. Each weekend includes practical advice, detailed maps and inspiring photographs to help the camping enthusiast take the next adventurous step. With a host of hard-won tips on what to take and when to go, this is the helping hand needed to unlock your outdoor potential.

Author : Alan Fry
Publisher : St. Martin's Griffin
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2015-11-17
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781250104205

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The Wilderness Survival Handbook by Alan Fry Pdf

Outdoor enthusiasts can easily be caught unaware by accidental injury, equipment failure, climate changes such as rain or snow, and other unexpected situations. In a clear, concise style Alan Fry covers what people need to know before starting out, including: -Choosing the appropriate clothing and footwear --Starting and managing fire -Building emergency shelter -Administering first aid -Obtaining water and food -Signaling for help -Staying calm until help arrives This revised edition of Wilderness Survival Handbook reflects the best of both modern information and native lore from Fry's decades of living and travelling in the outdoors.

Author : Len McDougall
Publisher : Skyhorse
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2021-06-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 151074276X

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The Ultimate Guide to Hiking by Len McDougall Pdf

In The Ultimate Guide to Hiking, readers interested in the outdoors are provided with time-tested advice on hiking and backpacking in the wilderness. Some practical tips include: How to choose the best gear How to set up a campsite How to interact safely with wildlife How to properly read a map How to forecast the weather Learning practical navigation skills And so much more!