You're no idiot, of course. You plan successful business trips, run your new snow blower, and even walk the dog to the corner and back every day. But when it comes to considering a camping or hiking trip, you think it sounds like all work and no play. Don't head back to the office yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Hiking, Camping, and the Great Outdoors helps you build the skills you need to enjoy your outdoor experiences. Feel confident about choosing and using your equipment, even for overnight hiking trips. In this Complete Idiot's Guide, you get:
I already camp and hike but was looking for a book that would cover areas that I wasn't familiar with yet. It does a very good job of filling this need. It would also be an excellent starter for someone who hasn't camped or hiked before. Once you decide on a specific interest there are deeper books on specific areas available.
A good primer
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
As a very inexperienced camper, I feel relatively prepared after reading this book! Although the author is clearly more of an *x-treme* outdoorsman than I will ever be, the information about all levels of outdoor activities is interesting and might prove useful one day. A very quick, easy read - highly recommended!
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