Field guide for making careful decisions in the backcountry and relying on informed observation.

• Field guide for making careful decisions in the backcountry and relying on informed observation • Explains lightning science with simple language and illu

The National Outdoor Leadership School's official guide to camping in extreme cold. Comprehensive coverage of winter clothing and gear. Proven techniques for tr

Seven common bear encounters and how to survive them. Best ways to identify grizzlies and black bears. Learn essential info on bear behavior at different times

A guide for backpackers, hikers, and other wilderness buffs offers information on equipment and techniques, search and rescue methods, cooking, and safety.