Basic Illustrated Camping

by Cliff Jacobson

Overview

Richly illustrated and information-packed tools for the novice or handy reference for the veteran, Basic Illustrated books distill years of knowledge into affordable and visual guides. Whether you’re planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, the Basic Illustrated series shows you what you need to know.
In Basic Illustrated Camping, discover how to build a fire, even in wet weather; select and use your camping gear; cook quick and tasty meals in the outdoors; rig a campsite tent with the four basic knots and hitches; and use a map and compass to master the fundamentals of backcountry navigation.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781493012534
Publisher:	Falcon Guides
Publication date:	09/01/2015
Series:	Basic Illustrated Series
Edition description:	Second Edition
Pages:	96
Product dimensions:	6.08(w) x 8.97(h) x 0.22(d)

About the Author

Cliff Jacobson is one of North America's most respected outdoors writers and wilderness canoe guides. He is a retired environmental science teacher, an outdoors skills instructor, a canoeing and camping consultant, and the author of more than a dozen top-selling books on canoeing and camping. He is a recipient of the American Canoe Association's prestigious Legends of Paddling Award and a member of the ACA Hall of Fame. He lives in River Falls, Wisconsin.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments vi

Introduction vii

How to Use This Guide x

Chapter 1 How to Use Your Gear Effectively 1

Chapter 2 The Cutting Edge 21

Chapter 3 To Build a Fire 27

Chapter 4 Choosing a Camp Stove 33

Chapter 5 Tasty Routes to Dining Out 38

Chapter 6 Expert Camping Procedures 48

Chapter 7 Ropemanship 68

Chapter 8 Dangers 72

Appendix 79

Index 82

About the Author 85