The Outward Bound backpacker's handbook

Gearing up

Outfitting the well-burdened clotheshorse

No mean feat: buying boots that work

Backcountry

picking a pack that works

Making the tents decision: choosing a wilderness shelter

Sleeping soundly: it's in the bag

Hot backcountry stoves: fire when ready

Miscellaneous essentials

A provisional guide to backcountry food

Hitting the trail

Clean camping 101

Wilderness kitchencraft

Taking care of some body

yours

Winter: the cool adventure

Backpacking with children

Investing yourself in wilderness futures

Appendix A. Equipment checklists

Appendix B. Resources.