{"product_id":"9781580174299","title":"The Hiking Companion : Getting the most from the trail experience throughout the seasons: where to go, what to bring, basic navigation, and backpacking","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eThe Hiking Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor(s): Michael W. Robbins\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eStrap on your boots and get out on the trail! Drawing from personal experience, Michael W. Robbins describes what to expect when hiking in various terrains — from forests to fields and lake edges to mountains. Informative and fun, \u003ci\u003eThe Hiking Companion\u003c\/i\u003e combines tips for trip planning, equipment, navigation, and safety with exciting stories of once-in-a-lifetime adventures. Whether you’re an expert hiker or setting out on your first overnighter, this inspiring guide is full of practical advice to make your next outing a success. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReview(s):\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Before you head out to tackle the terrain, leaf through \u003ci\u003eThe Hiking Companion\u003c\/i\u003e for advice on avoiding classic beginner pitfalls.” — \u003ci\u003eSelf\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“[C]onsider this hiking guide from Michael Robbins. He tells you how to hike smart, what to bring and where to go, as well as basic navigation, and trail etiquette.” — \u003ci\u003eNew Orleans Times-Picayune\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin: 0in 0in 0pt\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“… easy to read and almost small enough to fit into a back pocket. It is an excellent reference for the beginning hiker or someone planning his\/her first backpacking trip.” — \u003ci\u003eTrail Walker\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“ … the perfect combination of hardcore, down-to-earth, expert advice, with exciting stories of the once-in-a-lifetime experiences that await you in the wild.” — \u003ci\u003eColgate Scene\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“… the author entertains and informs. In addition to some basic advice, there’s the voice of experience suggesting historical research prior to your adventure … “\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e— Sweat\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN:  9781580174299\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e ","brand":"Storey Publishing, LLC","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":40869045108942,"sku":"9781580174299","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0600\/7029\/7806\/products\/O_9886e13c-1839-49f3-a84d-e569e5e990e9.jpg?v=1644226391","url":"https:\/\/pickwickbookshop.com\/products\/9781580174299","provider":"Pickwick Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}