Backpacking

Backpacking by Lee Schreiber. Published by Scarborough Book/Stein and Day, NY, 1983. 1st Paperback Edition. Paperback. Size 8vo. Condition: Nr Fine. Edge wear to covers, bottom front corner creased, overall content excellent. ISBN 0812861876. LCCN 82-42860. A complete guide to why, how, and where for hikers and backpackers. In this indispensable hiking companion you will find: Hiking & camping equipment; Conservation; Physical Conditioning; Packing the pack; Weather; Map reading and compasses; Fire building & cooking; Hiking & camping in the desert; mountains; seashore; and heavy woods and; Hiking the large trails, Appalachian, and small trails, city parks. The book closes with lists of Major Manufacturers of Backpacking Equipment and Related Gear and Where you can write for information. 234 Pgs. Description text copyright 2007 www.BooksForComfort.com. Item ID 13969.