Hundreds of tips, techniques, and dos and don'ts for the trail, "exceptionally well organized and presented" (Midwest Book Review). Are you a first-timer about to take your inaugural trek? A veteran hiker looking to be even more efficient when enjoying the sport you love? Somewhere in between? Then look no further than expert trekker Ann Marie Brown's Hike Smart, the definitive guide to efficient and enjoyable hiking for all levels of experience. Compiling knowledge from over thirty years of hiking, Hike Smart includes hundreds of tips, tactics, and techniques all aimed at helping you become a better hiker. Within these pages, you'll find:
Dozens of trail dos and don'ts
Pointers on choosing the right gear for your hike, with an emphasis on boots and packs
Advice on negotiating different terrains
Recommendations on dealing with unexpected on-trail situations
Stories and interviews from hikers who've conquered...
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Are you a first-timer about to take your inaugural trek? A veteran hiker looking to be even more efficient when enjoying the sport you love? Somewhere in between? Then look no further than expert trekker Ann Marie Brown's Hike Smart, the definitive guide to efficient and enjoyable hiking for all levels of experience.
Compiling knowledge from over thirty years of hiking, Hike Smart includes hundreds of tips, tactics, and techniques all aimed at helping you become a better hiker. Within these pages, you'll find: