Navigation, First Aid and Knots

By: Cliff Jacobson Richly illustrated and information-packed tools for the novice or handy reference for the veteran, Basic Illustrated: Map & Compass distills years of knowledge into an affordable and visual guide. This guide will help you discover how to...

By: James Kavanagh & Raymond Leung A how-to guide to purposeful knots. This pocket guide introduces readers to common knots, including climbing/caving knots, cowboy knots, post or railing knots, boat knots, and more. Other Information: Published: 2006 Pages: Double sided,...

By: Buck Tilton Untie the mystery of knot-making with this clever and handy guide. This new volume presents all the knots you need to know, and its brightly colored photographs take you step by step through each bend and turn....

By: Buck Tilton & Rich Bennett Nothing soothes the soul like escaping into the wilderness - just don't forget about the protozoa and parasites awaiting your opportune arrival! Add in animal-borne diseases like tick fever, rabies, and trichinosis, and you...

By: Lawrence Letham This latest edition of GPS Made Easy reflects the increased accuracy provided by WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS, and NDGPS coverage. It also addresses GPS usage with the newest available technology, such as downloadable maps, computers, PDAs, and Pocket...

By: Charles A. Lehman Survival situations can and do happen to average people, as well as adventurous explorers. You have the capacity to handle these situations if you know and follow fundamental principles of survival. Desert Survival Handbook contains the...

By: Glenn Randall Long recognized as one of the seminal volumes on the fundamentals of map, compass, and altimeter route finding, Outward Bound Map & Compass Handbook now includes the latest information on GPS receivers, complete with all new color...

By: Kristen Hostetter Whether you need to remedy a leak in your tent, repair flapping boot soles, nurse a cranky stove back to life, unclog a water filter, or revive gunked up Velcro, you'll find the solution here. And it...

By: Paul Tawrell My goals in writing this guide have been to help you acquire and sharpen the skills required to safely enjoy the wilderness. You will find details on how to travel, "make a camp", choose suitable equipment, and...

By: Buck TIlton Knot-making is simpler than ever. This new easy-to-follow guide, published in partnership with Outward Bound, includes information on using knots in your favorite outdoor activities. Outdoor expert Buck Tilton takes you step-by-step through each bend and turn...

By: Scottie Barnes, Cliff Jacobson, & James Churchill Hikers, backpackers, hunters, fishermen, paddlers - anyone who spends serious time in the outdoors will benefit from The Ultimate Guide to Wilderness Navigation. Here is clear, concise, no-nonsense advice that gives you...

By: Bruce Grubbs  Richly illustrated and information-packed tools for anyone whose play or work takes them to remote areas. Basic Illustrated Using GPS, 3rd is a guide to practical field use of the Global Positioning System, written in simple language, with each...

Backpacker magazine's Using a GPS brings you essential mind gear from the two most respected and reliable publishers of outdoor-related information. Learn how to use a GPS to plan and record your trip, and how to edit and enhance your...

Backpacker magazine's Outdoor Knots brings you essential mind gear from the two most respected and reliable publishers of outdoor-related information. More than 130 color photos accompany step-by-step instructions for tying 30 of the most useful knots for the outdoors, including...