The Backpacker's Handbook Book

An easy-to-use portable companion for anyone traveling through wilderness areas.

As people of all ages rediscover the great outdoors, backpacking has become more popular than ever. although hiking can be a fun and enjoyable hobby, backpackers should prepare for the many precautions and dangers. The Backpacker's Handbook explains how to get physically fit for a trip and what equipment is necessary. Information on traveling in various conditions, using a map and compass, and moving over difficult terrain is presented in an easy-to-follow style. Once the right campsite is found, full details are given on such techniques as dealing with dangerous animals and extreme weather conditions, building emergency shelters, and finding food. Illustrated with full-color photographs, diagrams, and charts, The Backpacker's Handbook is an indispensable companion for the wild.

Author Biography: High McManners is the author of Dorling Kindersley's The Complete Wilderness Training Book. He has worked as a jungle-warfare training instructor, a combat-survival instructor, and an army diving supervisor. He has contributed to a wide range of publications, is the editor of Commando magazine, and has also worked in television production on the seven-part series Commando.