Complete Hiker Everything You'll Need for a Day or a Month on the Trail

What reviewers said about the first edition:"Novice outdoor enthusiasts will find indispensable information, seasoned outdoor travelers will pick up invaluable tips, and armchair adventurers will relish the ride."--Andrea Gabbard, outdoor author and editor"A must for every outdoor bookshelf."--Outdoor RetailerThis unique hiking guide, a revised and expanded edition of The Dayhiker's Handbook, offers gear advice, terrain-specific tips, and real-world scenarios. Hodgson and Long's hiking stories from their global treks prepare you for the different demands and rewards of deserts, mountains, jungles, snow and ice, canyons, waterways, forests, and beaches. You'll be able to predict the difficulty of a hike, manage food and water, administer first aid, hike with children, and select clothing and gear. New chapters on long-distance hiking and camping make The Complete Hiker a comprehensive guide for anyone ready to put on their hiking boots and explore!Long, John is the author of 'Complete Hiker Everything You'll Need for a Day or a Month on the Trail' with ISBN 9780071358187 and ISBN 0071358188.