E-book Category: Nature, Travel E-book Title: A Beginners Guide to Backpacking Author: Jacqueline Rogers Book Description: " A Beginners Guide to Backpacking" Covers Such Important Topics as : Where the best backpacking destinations are in the U.S. and Overseas What the many benefits of backpacking are How to plan for a backpacking trip, including what you should know about regulations, traveling in groups, using maps and "flight plans" What to look for in a campsite surface How to get rid of human waste How to safely build a campfire How to deal with wildlife encountered while hiking How to choose the right equipment, including tents, backpacks and shoes How to develop an equipment buying strategy What costs to expect while backpacking What you need to know about other backpacking necessities, including Camera Camping Stove Candle Lantern Clothing Compass Cookware and Utensils Entertainment First Aid Kit Flashlight Foam Pad Food Ground Cloth Insect Repellant Lighter Map Moleskin Plastic Placemat Pocket Knife Rain Gear Rope Sleeping Bag Soap Socks Toilet Paper/Small Trowel Trash Bags Walking Stick Water Bag Water Bottles Water Purification Whistle The proper way to pack Four things to avoid at all costs while backpacking The keys to backpacking safety How to survive a bear attack How to survive an avalanche And much, much more!
