Basic Essentials Camping 2nd - Basic Essentials Series Author:Cliff Jacobson In the words of Cliff Jacobson, "Skills are more important than things." This new edition is packed with essential information for the camping novice, as well as a quick refresher for the veteran, with an emphasis on the all-important skills. Discover how to select and use your camping gear effectively, build a fire quickly and efficiently, even... more » in wet weather, use the right cutting tools, cook quick and tasty meals in the outdoors, rig a snug camp with four basic knots and hitches, and use a map and compass to master the basics of backcountry navigation. With ample illustrations, it covers camping gear, how to select it and how to use it, including: how to measure a sleeping bag, what kinds of boots to look for, what kinds of packs to use, and what kind of ax is handy. Easy-to-use and portable, this book should be in every backpack.« less
Mark C. (mrhockey) reviewed Basic Essentials Camping, 2nd (Basic Essentials Series) on
Cliff Jacobson is excellent in his teachings. This book is no different than his others regarding camping, canoing, hiking and kayaking. His DVD is excellent as well.