Alaska on Foot
Wilderness Techniques for the Far North
Will be published approx. on 30. October 1996
Book
Paperback/Softback
226 pages
978-0-88150-351-7 (ISBN)
Description
Before you head out to this last frontier, there are some important things to know: how to prepare and plan for your trip, how to decide where to go, and how to safely make the most of the experience. Alaska on Foot contains information on: map and compass skills, cross-country travel techniques, "leave no trace" camping practices, stream crossing, bear encounters, tips on finding edible plants, locating salmon runs, and interpreting animal signs, and much more!
Reviews / Votes
"Alaska on Foot is an excellent resource guide for the backcountry wilderness traveler. From navigation techniques and glacier travel, to wildlife-viewing and treading lightly on the land, this guide is packed with useful information." -- Debbie Miller, author of Midnight WildernessMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
Woodstock
United States
Publishing group
WW Norton & Co
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Weight
291 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-88150-351-7 (9780881503517)
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