Author : Jon Garside
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 29,11 MB
Release : 2010
Category : Mountaineering
ISBN : 9780903908191
'Safety on Mountans' is full of advice for hill walkers. It highlights the essential skills and techniques needed to survive whilst on a mountainside. Topics covered include emergency procedures, first aid, crampon use, access and conservation and much more.
Author : Robin McNeill
Publisher :
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 47,26 MB
Release : 2012-11
Category : Hiking
ISBN : 9780959756951
Author : Pete McDonald
Publisher : Pete McDonald
Page : 29 pages
File Size : 16,21 MB
Release :
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN :
The documenting of outdoor risk management received much attention in New Zealand in the 1990s. The developments culminated in the creation of the outdoor-safety website Safe As Outside (www.safeoutside.org). 'Safety Guidelines Online' scrutinised the early version of this website. Was this website, in 2002, a revolutionary vehicle? Or was it the 1990s machine in Internet disguise, still biased towards LaserJet safety? Page size: A4 Format: PDF Number of pages: 29 About: Outdoor Leadership, Risk Management, Qualifications, Recreation, Outdoor Education, New Zealand.
Author : Bruce Tremper
Publisher : The Mountaineers Books
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 18,4 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780898868340
Winter recreation in the mountains has increased steadily over the past few years, and so has the number of deaths and injuries caused by avalanches. Staying Alive in Avalanche Terrain covers everything you need to know to avoid trouble in avalanche terrain: what avalanches are and how they work, common myths, human activities that lead to avalanche trouble, what happens to victims when an avalanche occurs, and rescue techniques. Provides step- by-step instruction for determining avalanche hazards, using safe travel technique, and making effective rescues.
Author : The Mountaineers
Publisher : Mountaineers Books
Page : 1174 pages
File Size : 19,32 MB
Release : 2017-10-05
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1680510053
“The definitive guide to mountains and climbing . . .”—Conrad Anker For nearly 60 years it’s been revered as the “bible” of mountaineering–and now it’s even better than ever The best-selling instructional text for new and intermediate climbers for more than half a century New edition—fully updated techniques and all-new illustrations Researched and written by a team of expert climbers Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills is the text beloved by generations of new climbers—the standard for climbing education around the world where it has been translated into 12 languages. For the all-new 9th Edition, committees comprosed of active climbers and climbing educators reviewed every chapter of instruction, and discussed updates with staff from the American Alpine Club (AAC), the American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education (AIARE), and the Access Fund. They also worked with professional members of the American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA), to review their work and ensure that the updated textbook includes the most current best practices for both alpine and rock climbing instruction. From gear selection to belay and repel techniques, from glacier travel to rope work, to safety, safety, and more safety—there is no more comprehensive and thoroughly vetted training manual for climbing than the standard set by Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills, 9th Edition. Significant updates to this edition include: • New alignment with AAC’s nationwide universal belay standard • Expanded and more detailed avalanche safety info, including how to better understand avalanches, evaluate hazards, travel safely in avy terrain, and locate and rescue a fellow climber in an avalanche • Newly revamped chapters on clothing and camping • All-new illustrations reflecting the latest gear and techniques—created by artist John McMullen, former art director of Climbing magazine • Review of and contributions to multiple sections by AMGA-certified guides • Fresh approach to the Ten Essentials—now making the iconic list easier to recall
Author : Jeff Renner
Publisher : The Mountaineers Books
Page : 417 pages
File Size : 42,64 MB
Release : 2005-03-03
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 159485162X
* Reading clouds, wind patterns, snow conditions, and other clues, pre-trip and on the mountain * Strategies for safety and survival in adverse weather conditions * Regional mountain weather phenomena to watch for across the U.S. Working as a broadcast meteorologist, author Jeff Renner hears all too frequent reports about weather-related hiking, climbing, and skiing accidents. He'll teach you how to avoid becoming a statistic: all it takes is a little basic weather knowledge, pre-trip planning, and vigilance on the mountain. Renner discusses the best information sources to guide you, clues to watch for in the field, and how to analyze it all, with particular emphasis on potential threats due to thunderstorms, mountain winds, snow, and avalanche hazards. If you do get caught under stormy skies, he'll tell you how to limit your exposure. The book is filled with tip lists and concrete examples. Renner also includes chapters on weather patterns region by region across the U.S., highlighted by reference maps. The book is in the Mountaineers Outdoor Basics series.
Author : Napierala Marek
Publisher : UKW
Page : 285 pages
File Size : 32,14 MB
Release : 2010-12-16
Category :
ISBN : 8362750022
Author : Gale Straub
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 18,17 MB
Release : 2019-03-26
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1452167672
For every woman who has ever been called outdoorsy comes a collection of stories that inspires unforgettable adventure. Beautiful, empowering, and exhilarating, She Explores is a spirited celebration of female bravery and courage, and an inspirational companion for any woman who wants to travel the world on her own terms. Combining breathtaking travel photography with compelling personal narratives, She Explores shares the stories of 40 diverse women on unforgettable journeys in nature: women who live out of vans, trucks, and vintage trailers, hiking the wild, cooking meals over campfires, and sleeping under the stars. Women biking through the countryside, embarking on an unknown road trip, or backpacking through the outdoors with their young children in tow. Complementing the narratives are practical tips and advice for women planning their own trips, including: • Preparing for a solo hike • Must-haves for a road-trip kitchen • Planning ahead for unknown territory • Telling your own story A visually stunning and emotionally satisfying collection for any woman craving new landscapes and adventure.
Author : Joan Leslie Johnson
Publisher : Rocky Mountain Books Incorporated
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 26,58 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN :
Basic Mountain Safety from A to Z is the comprehensive reference for anyone venturing into the high country. Covering a wide-range of subjects - from avoiding avalanches to managing insect bites - Basic Mountain Safety from A to Z provides practical solutions and sound advice for outdoor enthusiasts of all abilities. Informative interviews with noted mountain safety experts offer valuable insights into topics such as bear behavior and managing fear.
Author : Allen Li
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 70 pages
File Size : 29,37 MB
Release : 1998-08
Category :
ISBN : 0788141554
Examines the FAA oversight of general aviation safety in mountainous areas. These recommendations are aimed at improving FAA's efforts to prepare general aviation pilots for the greater risks of flying in mountainous areas. Examines the legal and safety issues involved with the prohibition established against general aviation night operations at Aspen, CO Airport. Identifies the extent to which mountainous areas present higher risks than non-mountainous areas for general aviation, and actions that FAA is taking and should take to reduce the risks associated with mountain flying and the impact of those actions on general aviation.
