Cliff Jacobson je jedním z nejuznávanějších severoamerických autorů píšících o pobytu v přírodě, průvodcem divočinou a konzultantem s národní i mezinárodní působností. Jeho díla se soustředí na téma kempování a kanoistiky, přičemž jeho rozsáhlá publikovaná tvorba z tohoto století je považována za nejvýznamnější. Jeho psaní je ceněno pro svou praktičnost a hluboké porozumění přírodě, což z něj činí autoritu v oboru a inspiraci pro milovníky outdoorových aktivit. Jacobsonovy knihy nabízejí čtenářům cenné poznatky a dovednosti potřebné k bezpečnému a příjemnému prozkoumávání divočiny.
The 30th Anniversary Edition of the classic Expedition Canoeinghas long been considered the premier guide to canoeing and exploring North America's waterways. This thirtieth-anniversary edition expertly details everything you need to know about paddling the continent's wild rivers.
Outdoor Knots delivers relevant and expertly curated content in a convenient, travel-ready package. With step-by-step instructions on tying the most used and useful knots, this is a book to keep with your gear, in your car, or on your person at all times.
Offering a comprehensive guide to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, this book is ideal for both novice and experienced paddlers. It covers essential topics like permit acquisition, packing, low-impact camping, and paddling techniques. The updated edition features over 100 color photos, GPS navigation tips, and a new chapter on solo canoeing. Additionally, insights from expert paddlers provide valuable advice for navigating the wilderness. This resource ensures a safe and enjoyable adventure in one of North America's premier canoeing destinations.
Discover the best-kept secrets of expert campers, which are divulged in this book by Cliff Jacobson, a seasoned veteran of the sport. Once you learn the secrets of the experts, you can share these insider tips with your camping buddies. Dazzle your kids or scouts with the wealth of shortcuts disclosed in this surreptitious guide to comfort and security in the bush.In this guide you'll find tips from A to Z on forecasting the weather, treating drinking water, building shelters such as a quinzee hut and various survival shelters, dealing with animal and insect encounters, cooking and cookware, making fires, treating common ailments, using maps and a compass, camping with kids, and choosing camping clothes, boots, sleeping bags and gear...and much more!
This guide offers essential skills for navigating the wilderness, catering to both beginners and experienced adventurers. It covers the proper use of compasses and GPS, understanding contour lines, and plotting courses. Additionally, it provides techniques for nighttime navigation using stars and tips on acquiring necessary maps. Richly illustrated, it serves as a practical reference for outdoor enthusiasts looking to enhance their navigation abilities.
Step-by-step instructions and diagrams for tying the ten most useful knots and hitches.
Essential camping skills are covered, including fire-building techniques for wet conditions and effective gear selection. The book also provides guidance on preparing quick, delicious meals outdoors, setting up a campsite tent using four fundamental knots and hitches, and mastering backcountry navigation with a map and compass. It's a practical guide for both novice and experienced campers looking to enhance their outdoor experience.
A Primer to North American Expedition Canoeing - Expanded & Updated Edition
An information-packed title on rigging your canoe for expedition or solo trips: picking a crew; rescuing and repairing your canoe; customizing with specialized gear; planning your route, and more.
