Forget the stressful family trip. Leave behind the the rush through museums and monuments. Enjoy a true vacation through the simplicity of backpacking. Millions of people have freed themselves from the burdens of everyday life and explored other places and cultures through backpacking. But while backpacking is simple and affordable, that doesn’t mean it’s easy. Careful planning and preparation is needed, and there are many traps for the unwary. Now, a new guide, For Beginners! , will help you make the most of your backpacking experience. For Beginners! breaks down the process of backpacking into easy-to-understand tips that anyone can follow. This comprehensive guide will answer all your questions about how have a safe and happy journey. You’ll learn how Grab For Beginners! today, and start experiencing the thrills of backpacking--the right way!
For the TRUE beginner that has no knowledge, no skills, no experience, and has never left the neighborhood of their birth, this book will be an OK place to start. The vague, general, and kindergarten tone quickly proved this book wasn't for me. If you can pack a bag and plan a vacation then you have the skills of a BEGINNER BACKPACKER already.
Anyone who is considering a long backpacking trip has at least the common sense ideas presented here. The only good thing about this book was its price - zero.