num_pages: 448
description: "The most up-to-date and comprehensive guide to equipment and technique available anywhere."— Backpack (UK) This enormously practical guide includes everything from essential techniques such as map and compass work to the skills needed for more remote wilderness journeys—such as how to ford rivers safely and how to choose a route through untracked terrain. As a gear advisor, this book is unequaled. You'll find the last word 
language: English
title: Peregrine Backpacker's Handbook
titlecomplete: Peregrine Backpacker's Handbook
genres: Nature, Self Help, Reference, Guides, Outdoors, Nonfiction, Travel, Adventure
ratings_count: 458
publisher: International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press