backpacking

Introduces the beginning backpacker to the basics of equipment, clothing, food, and techniques of the sport.

Jennifer Baggett, Holly Corbett, and Amanda Pressner feel lost. At a crossroads in life they feel the pressure to hit standardized milestones: score a big promotion, find a soul mate, have 2.2 kids and all before they reach their early thirties. Unable to find perspective in fast-paced Manhattan, the three quit their jobs, leave friends behind, and make a pact to travel the globe together for a year. Journeying 60,000 miles across four continents and more than a dozen countries, they experience every adventure and experience the world has to offer. Along the way they find themselves as well as lifelong friendship.

Explains how to prepare for and enjoy hiking and backpacking.

A guide to safe hiking and backpacking that covers clothing and equipment, organizing a trip, difficult terrain, camping, severe weather, and first aid; and includes photographs and resources.

Gives advice on skills and equipment needed for backpacking.

A guide to proper attitudes and conditioning, safety precautions, equipment, skills, and planning for the beginning backpacker.

Advice on how to be a successful backpacker, emphasizing the best and safest equipment to use.