Richardson Alun Richardson Rucksack Guide - Mountain Walking and Trekking

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Rucksack Guide: Mountain Walking and Trekking is youressential handbook for when on the mountain. It offers concise guidanceand support for whatever situations you might find yourself in,including: technical skills - tips and reminders on the key techniquesweather - from interpreting weather maps to dealing with thunderstormsnavigation - various techniques including using a compass the setting the mapsafety - essential procedures to ensure the safety of yourself, your party and others on the mountainemergencies - guidance on what to do in extreme situations.The book is colour-coded for easy reference and all information ispresented in lists and tables, making it simple to understand intesting conditions.The Rucksack Guide series is taken from Mountaineering: The essential skills for mountain walkers and climbers - the definitive handbook for hill walkers, climbers and mountaineers.