The Explorers Ltd. Source Book

By Explorers Ltd and Anon

A how to book for all manner of outdoor activity. Where to go, what to take with, and where to get it. Includes tips on what to do in many situations. This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 006011259X
• ISBN13: 9780060112592
• Release Date: January 1977
• Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
• Weight: 2.75 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Kickin' it old-school

I practically memorized this book back in the 70's. Back then it was the most comprehensive source for expedition equipment. While it isn't up-to-date by today's standards (you won't find gadgets like global positioning systems and night vision goggles) it will still give you an idea of how things are done "old school."The book is divided into seven main sections: 1.The Wilderness (path finding, travel by land, travel by water, travel in winter, provisioning in the field, living in the field), 2.The Sea (diving, offshore sailing), 3.Air (hang gliding, ballooning, parachuting), 4.Emergency (first aid and medicine, survival), 5.Vagabonding (bike touring, vagabonding- i.e. world traveling), 6.Exploring (exploring, treasure hunting, caving), and 7.Miscellaneous (photography.) Between the well-organized table of contents and full index you can find everything quickly.For each topic you get a good general text description, a listing of further sources for detailed information, and section of specific equipment from various manufacturers giving specs., price range, and helpful hints. You've got everything here from pitons to very pistols.