I signed up with AppalachianTrail.org in anticipation of a trip to Appalachian Trail Days in 2007.
They strongly recommend Lightweight Backpacking and Camping: A Field Guide to Wilderness Equipment, Technique, and Style.
Reading the reader reviews on the Amazon site (always a good idea) comments are somewhat mixed.
But I am IN. It’s added to my “to read” list.
Already a lightweight Backpacker, I’m now simply fine-tuning my kit and food for various hikes. Looks like a perfect resource for me.
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