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STAY SAFE IN THE BACKCOUNTRY!

Learn how to avoid common wilderness mishaps and handle them confidently if an emergency arises. In Wilderness Survival, author Suzanne Swedo describes all the skills you need to survive short-term wilderness emergencies, whether you become stranded by bad weather, are forced to abandon your pack, or fall ill.

Packed with essential advice, this easy-to-use guide includes new research on backcountry water quality and the uses - and limitations - of cell phones and global positioning systems (GPS).

Featuring:
*A checklist of essential gear
*Tips for staying on track in the woods
*Advice on adapting to hold and cold weather conditions
*Critical information on food and water emergencies

Suzanne Swedo, director of W.I.L.D., teaches wilderness survival and natural sciences at universities, museums, and organizations such as Yosemite Association and the Sierra Club.

Paperback, black and white, 88 pages
Published by FalconGuides, an imprint of Globe Pequot Press

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