Basic Essentials of Camping Third Edition

Put away those bulky books and monster manuals!
For a generation, the Basic Essentials® series has been as much a part of the outdoors experience as backpacks and hiking boots. Information-packed tools for the novice or handy references for the veteran, these volumes distill years of knowledge into affordable and portable books. Whether you're planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, Basic Essentials® books tell you what you need to know.

Discover how to:

• Build a fire, even in wet weather
  
• Select and use your camping gear
  
• Cook quick and tasty meals in the outdoors
  
• Rig a campsite tent with the four basic knots and hitches
  
• Use a map and compass to master the fundamentals of backcountry navigation