The Aspiring Hiker's Guide 1

2011-08-01 Travel

Author : Gerry Shea
Release : 2011-08-01
Genre : Travel
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 868/5 ( reviews)

Book Synopsis The Aspiring Hiker's Guide 1 by : Gerry Shea

Download or read book The Aspiring Hiker's Guide 1 written by Gerry Shea. This book was released on 2011-08-01. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This first volume in The Aspiring Hiker’s Guide series is meant to encourage beginner and intermediate hikers, backpackers and scramblers to step into and explore the backcountry in Banff National Park, Lake Louise, Jasper National Park, Kananaskis Country and the Icefields Parkway with both confidence and excitement. Many aspects of venturing into these areas are investigated, including expert advice on gear, clothing, food and equipment; procedures related to safety and etiquette; and considerations as to physical fitness and first aid. Routes and trails are detailed with colour photographs and maps, GPS coordinates, elevation gain charts, distances, natural landmarks and tips on arriving at the destination safely. Best routes to summits are described in detail to prevent confusion and injury. As well, the general histories of the trails, routes and naming conventions for some mountains are presented so as to add an element of understanding and intrigue as to what was experienced by the First Peoples and early European explorers who set foot in these beautifully wild areas of western Canada.

The Aspiring Hiker's Guide 2

2011-08-01 Travel

Author : Gerry Shea
Release : 2011-08-01
Genre : Travel
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 85X/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book The Aspiring Hiker's Guide 2 written by Gerry Shea. This book was released on 2011-08-01. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This second volume in The Aspiring Hiker’s Guide series is meant to encourage beginner and intermediate hikers, backpackers and scramblers to explore British Columbia’s backcountry in and around the national parks of Mount Revelstoke, Glacier, Kootenay and Yoho, along with the provincial parks of Mount Assiniboine and Mount Robson, with confidence and excitement. Aspects of venturing into these areas are investigated, including advice on gear, clothing, food and equipment; procedures related to safety and etiquette; and considerations as to physical fitness and first aid. Routes and trails are detailed with colour photographs and maps, GPS coordinates, elevation gain charts, distances, natural landmarks and tips on arriving at the destination safely. Best routes to summits are described in detail to prevent confusion and injury. As well, the general histories of the trails, routes and naming conventions for some mountains add an element of understanding and intrigue about the experience of the First Peoples and early European explorers who set foot in these beautifully wild areas of western Canada.

The Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide, Second Edition

2017-03-07 Sports & Recreation

Author : Andrew Skurka
Release : 2017-03-07
Genre : Sports & Recreation
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 96X/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book The Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide, Second Edition written by Andrew Skurka. This book was released on 2017-03-07. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you're a first-time backpacker, an occasional weekend warrior, or a seasoned long-distance trekker, this guide is a must for any backpacking, hiking, or camping trip. Supreme long-distance hiker Andrew Skurka—accomplished adventure athlete, speaker, guide, and writer—shares his knowledge in this essential guide to backpacking gear and skills. Skurka recounts what he's learned from more than 30,000 miles of long-distance hikes, including the Appalachian, Pacific Crest, and Continental Divide Trails, and the 4,700-mile Alaska-Yukon Expedition. A show-and-tell guide to clothing, footwear, backpacks, shelter and sleep systems, camp stoves, and more, as well as tips on foot care, campsite selection, and hiking efficiency, this single book contains all the knowledge you'll need to hit the trail. This second edition features 16 new pages (including food on the trail and other essentials), and updates all gear recommendations.

How to Suffer Outside

2021-09-01 Sports & Recreation

Author : Diana Helmuth
Release : 2021-09-01
Genre : Sports & Recreation
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 125/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book How to Suffer Outside written by Diana Helmuth. This book was released on 2021-09-01. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Refreshingly approachable guide for aspiring backpackers and casual hikers of all stripes Colorful and humorous illustrations throughout Relatable, rising female voice in outdoor literature Part critique of modern hiking culture and part how-to guide, How to Suffer Outside is for anyone who wants to hit the trail without breaking the bank. Diana Helmuth offers real advice, opinionated but accessible and based on in-the-field experiences. She wins readers’ hearts and trust through a blend of self-deprecating humor and good-natured heckling of both seasoned backpackers and urbanites who romanticize being outdoorsy, plus a helpful dose of the actual advice a novice needs to get started. Featuring illustrations by artist Latasha Dunston, each chapter focuses on a critical topic: gear, food, hygiene, clothing, and more, along with useful checklists and resources. Humorous, philosophical, and practical, How to Suffer Outside teaches casual walkers, hikers, and campers of all stripes how to venture outdoors with confidence.

Let's GetHiking!

2020-03-19

Author : Joe Miller
Release : 2020-03-19
Genre :
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Book Rating : 392/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Let's GetHiking! written by Joe Miller. This book was released on 2020-03-19. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Interested in becoming a hiker (or even just taking a hike) but aren't sure where to start? "Let's GetHiking" succinctly answers the basic questions any first timer has - from what to wear and what to take to is it OK to go alone my first time (answer: no). We make quick work of your queries because we know you aren't here to read, you're here to hike!

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