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www.HikerWriter.comThe Pacific Crest Trail A Hiker's Companion by Karen Berger and Daniel R. Smith Published by Countryman Press, 2000 The Pacific Crest Trail runs through 2,650 miles of the most beautiful landscapes of California, Oregon and Washington. The PCT Hiker's Companion is the book Karen and Dan wanted to read when they thru-hiked the PCT. They wanted a book that would tell them about the land they were walking through -- its history, its natural features, and its environment. And they wanted more information about practical issues like resupplies, seasonal conditions, and gear. So they went to work and wrote the book themselves. The book is divided into 18 chapters, each covering a section of the trail. Detailed information is provided about the High Sierra (snow skills, resupplies, seasonal info) and southern California (dryland hiking skills). For long-distance hikers, they offer a discussion of ultralight fast-packing techniques. For those out for shorter journeys, they recomend "hiking highlights." CONTENTS Each chapter includes: * Trail description. Where the trail goes. What the terrain is like. Information to help you decide which section of trail is right for you. * A "What you'll see" section discusses plants, animals, historic sites, and geographic features. * Hiking information * Seasonal info and gear tips * Thru-hikers' corner * Best short hikes recommendations * Resupplies and trailheads Also: * 23 color photos * More than 100 black-and-white photos * Names and addresses of land management agencies * Suggested reading * Index * 18 maps You can: * Buy this book from Amazon.com. * Ask your local independent bookseller to order and stock this title. * Buy a signed copy from the author (e-mail for info). |
Karen's BooksAuthor Appearances
Hiking Guides
Hiking the Triple Crown: How to Hike
America's Longest Trails
Hiking the Appalachian, Pacific Crest, and Continental Divide National Scenic Trails The Pacific Crest Trail: A Hiker's Companion
A narrative field guide to the PCT. Journeys
Along the Pacific Crest Trail
A coffee table book and a trail narrative Learning to Hike
Backpacking and Hiking
Backpacking basics about hiking worldwide, with 1000 color illustrations Hiking Light Handbook: Carry Less, Enjoy More
Safe, Sane Stratgies for Enoying the WIlderness with Less on Your Back More Everyday Wisdom: Trail-Tested Advice from the Experts
Hundreds of Questions and Answers about Hiking. Everyday Wisdom: 1001 Expert Tips for Hikers
Field improvisations and creative tips, published in cooperation with Backpacker magazine Hiking and Backpacking: A Complete Guide
Companion to the Trailside Television series. New edition of the best-selling How-to-Hike text. Advanced Backpacking: A Trailside Guide
Companion to the PBS-TV show Trailside Scuba Diving
Scuba Diving: A Trailside Guide
Used in YMCA certification classes for SCUBA, this is a complete introduction to the sport. |
