Walking Softly in the Wilderness: The Sierra Club Guide to Backpacking

"This is the groundbreaking guide that first taught backpackers how to enjoy a genuine wilderness experience that leaves nature undisturbed. Since it was last revised in 1998, backpacking gear and practices have undergone many changes, subtle and large - all noted and expertly evaluated by author John Hart in this new edition." "A sure-footed guide to this changing scene, Hart remains in touch with its deeper realities. The qualities that established this guide as the bible of camp and trail have been polished and honed: its levelheaded advice on gear selection, packing, and trip planning; its insights for getting the most from a wilderness trip, whether a challenging mountain scramble or a leisurely outing with family; its wisdom about dealing with the unexpected, from bears to flash floods to injuries."--BOOK JACKET.