The 2 Oz. Backpacker · A Problem Solving Manual for Use in the Wilds by Wood, Robert S. -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

Index

Other Books by This Author About the Author Title Page Copyright Dedication Contents Introduction One: Walking

Finding an Ideal Pace How Much to Carry? Daydream Painkiller The Art of Resting Telling Time by Compass The Hikers’ Warmup The “Limp” Step The “Indian” Step Crossing Spring Snow Fording Streams Rules for New Climbers Getting Off the Trail Blending Into the Country Trail Manners Family Trips Getting Kids up the Trail Motivating Little Hikers Family Camping Strategy Toilet Training Boots and Packs Blister Prevention If Your Pack Bag Rips Tips on Packing Up

Two: Keeping Fit

Your Body’s Needs Exposure Dangers How to Stay Cool Vapor Barrier Magic Make Yourself a VB Vest Make Your Clothes Work Clothing Critique Boots Socks Foot Care Tips Solo Travel Precautions Treating Shock & Bleeding Dealing with Sprains Snakebite Sunburn vs. Tan Beware Sunglasses Altitude Sickness Hypothermia

Three: Camping

Choosing a Bedsite Bed Building Vapor Barriers in Bed Sheltering the Stove Firebuilding Tips Drying Out Your Bed Clean Up the Country Camp Security Weather Forecasting Storm Warning Demolishing Camp Tent Condensation Tips Other Tenting Problems Improvising Shelter

Four: Cooking

Sheltering Your Stove Stove Hazards Stove Lighting Tips Fireplace Design Firebuilding Strategies Cooking Tools Eat Constantly Drink Often Keep Menus Simple Change Your Eating Habits Eat Less Meat Try Spice Power Kitchen Techniques Instant Cheer

Five: Navigating

The Compass Game Itinerary Options Get Off the Trail How Fast Will I Go? Start Off Easy Getting Lost Ways to Find North Getting Found My Survival Kit

My Basic Checklist Notes