A new title in FalconGuides' partnership with Backpacker magazine, this book explores the fundamentals of diet and exercise that are necessary to get in shape to tackle a variety of different hiking trails. Including information about fitness routines and nutrition, this book is full of how-to information and fifty color photographs.

"Backpacker "magazine-branded, and fueled by FalconGuides, "Backpacker Magazine's Campsite Cooking" brings you essential mind gear from the two most respected and reliable publishers of outdoor-related information. Learn how to prepare food that keeps you going, what to bring for your outdoor kitchen, plan and pack meals, clean up, and store food safely. The book also gives plenty of cooking tips & techniques--and ideas for great breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. Perfect for pack or pocket, this book breaks down its subject into the essential topics, providing practical and portable information useful in the field. Full-color photos and illustrations complement concise, clear text, introducing you to basic and intermediate skills needed to safely and successfully get by in the outdoors.

"Backpacker "magazine-branded, and fueled by FalconGuides, "Backpacker Magazine's Outdoor Survival" brings you essential mind gear from the two most respected and reliable publishers of outdoor-related information. Learn how to properly preplan for a trip, build a shelter, start a fire, prevent hypo- or hyperthermia, navigate when lost--and, above all, how to avoid the common pitfalls that get you into a survival situation in the first place. The book also covers other important skills, including basic wilderness first-aid. Perfect for pack or pocket, this book breaks down its subject into the essential topics, providing practical and portable information useful in the field. Full-color photos and illustrations complement concise, clear text, introducing you to basic and intermediate skills needed to safely and successfully get by in the outdoors.

In this book Molly Absolon gathers a plethora of trail-tested recipes in a durable, packable, full-color package. It includes everything from breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and desserts to snacks and beverages (including alcoholic drinks from Backpacker’s popular “Backcountry Bartender” column). Also included are tips on how to prepare each recipe in the backcountry.

Outward Bound Backcountry Cooking is a handy resource on the fundamentals of great trail food, including information about food preparation and storage, cooking tips for different weather, keeping food fresh, and planning and packing meals plus recipes for great outdoor meals. In partnership with outdoor leader Outward Bound, this book combines expert instruction with practical tips to ensure a fun and a satisfying meal for your next outdoor adventure.

Basic Illustrated Alpine Ski Touring has everything one needs to participate in this growing and exciting activity. Written by expert Molly Abolson, this book provides information on gear, skills, and preparation so that beginners and intermediate participants alike can enjoy this emerging sport with confidence.