The National Outdoor Leadership School's official guide to camping in extreme cold. Comprehensive coverage of winter clothing and gear. Proven techniques for tr

Seven common bear encounters and how to survive them. Best ways to identify grizzlies and black bears. Learn essential info on bear behavior at different times

* Bestselling NOLS cookbook * An update to the classic guide to backcountry cooking * New section on lightweight backpacking * Covers menu and ration planning,

Richly photographed and information-packed tools for the novice or handy reference for the veteran, BASIC ILLUSTRATED books distill years of knowledge into affo

• The guide for planning a successful trip, short or long • Research access to public land, domestic and international • Create a budget and find addition