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Backpacker's Start-Up: A Beginner's Guide to Hiking and Backpacking [Paperback]

Doug Werner (Author)

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Paperback: 144 pages
Publisher: Tracks Publishing (May 1 1999)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 188465410X
ISBN-13: 978-1884654107
Product Dimensions: 21.5 x 14 x 1.3 cm
Shipping Weight: 204 g

Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #669,640 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #23 in Books > Sports > Miscellaneous > Equipment & Supplies

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Aimed specifically at the novice outdoor adventurer, this comprehensive guide explains the essential gear, preparations, precautions, and techniques required for day hiking and short backpacking trips. Through informative, entertaining, and encouraging personal anecdotes, the guide emphasizes the physical, aesthetic, and spiritual benefits of spending time in nature. Essential first aid and map-reading information is also included.

About the Author

Doug Werner is the author of several books in the Start-Up Sports series, including Bowler's Start-Up, Boxer's Start-Up, Golfer's Start-Up, and Snowboarder's Start-Up. He has been interviewed on CNN, and his books have appeared on ESPN. He lives in San Diego, California.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Backpacker's Start-Up: A Beginner's Guide to Hiking and Backpacking [Paperback], Jan 15 2012

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Great little book on hiking and backpacking. Love the lists. Easy to read. Found some new information I didn't know. I would recommend for beginner hikers.

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5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent "how-to" book, Aug 6 2001

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I bought this for my husband, who has recently taken up hiking. He loves it and in fact reads it at bedtime every night. Says it is the best book he has seen for beginners. And, not a bad price either!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Place to Start, Jun 9 2008

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When I wanted to take up backpacking I didn't know anyone else who did the sport that I could go to for advice or teachings. This book has the info you need to get started and give you confidence to get out there and try backpacking, which has become one of my favorite pastimes!

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4.0 out of 5 stars Great Book For Beginners, Jan 11 2007

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Are you planning a hiking trip and not sure what to bring or what to buy? Well, this is the book for you. I found a lot of great tips and good advice from safety to how to build up to long hikes. Great Book !!!

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5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent "how-to" book, Aug 6 2001

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