Thru Hiker's Guide to America: 25 Incredible Trails You Can Hike in One to Eight Weeks.

E. Schlimmer .

ISBN 10: 0071433643 / ISBN 13: 9780071433648

Editore: Ragged Mountain, Camden, ME, 2005

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Fine in Wraps: binding square and secure; text clean. Virtually 'As New'. NOT a Remainder, Book-Club, or Ex-Library. 4to. 244pp. (Thru-Hiker's Handbooks Series). First Edition Thus; First Printing indicated. Trade Paperback. Hands down, the definitive guide to long-distance hiking in the United States. Schlimmer knows his stuff- he's a well accomplished long-distance hiker (like myself) and former Appalachian Trail caretaker and ridgerunner (a dream job). He chose some "underdog" trails here because they are NOT the Appalachian Trail. Type in "Appalachian Trail" on Amazon and see how many titles come up. I counted 293 of them. But how many books are out there on the Baker Trail, Mountains-to-Sea Trail, International Appalachian Trail, Shore-to-Shore Trail, Wonderland Trail, et al. Not many. The "Thru-Hiker's Guide to America" fills the long-distance void. With 25 trails to choose from located in more than half of the 50 states, Schlimmer's witty tone and informative style will make your backpacking wish list grow and grow First Edition Thus; First Printing indicated. Codice articolo 42922

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Titolo: Thru Hiker's Guide to America: 25 Incredible...

Casa editrice: Ragged Mountain, Camden, ME

Data di pubblicazione: 2005

Legatura: Paperback

Edizione: 1st Edition

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Riassunto:

The one-of-a-kind planning guide for hikers with big dreams and limited time

Many hikers dream of tackling the Appalachian, Pacific Crest, or Continental Divide Trail, but few can devote the six months or more these trails require. Thru-Hiker's Guide to America introduces adventurers to 25 wild and scenic middle-distance trails they can traverse over a vacation of one to several weeks.

Its easy-to-follow format highlights the key features of each trail, from the type of terrain and level of difficulty to water access and more.This insightful, witty guide is the ultimate planning resource for hikers looking for the next challenge beyond local trails.

L'autore:

Eric Schlimmer has lived in the mountains of the Northeast for nearly two decades. He has worked as a seasonal Forest Ranger, Appalachian Trail Caretaker and Ridgerunner, Wilderness Trip Leader, Wildland Firefighter, and Trail Crew Leader. He also served as a Paratrooper in the US Army. He earned an Associate's Degree in Wilderness Recreational Leadership and a Bachelor's Degree in Speech Communication. Additionally, he has completed courses in emergency medical response, wilderness leadership, and professional speaking. Hometown: Lake Placid, NY