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Devastating wildfires are increasing in size and ferocity nationwide. If you live in or near wilderness, sooner or later fire will happen. Fortunately you can prepare for it, and preparations don't have to cost a fortune. This highly detailed and practical guide will help you live safely in the wildfire zone and save you time and money along the way, providing various methods of risk mitigation along with the financial level of each action. Learn how wildfires behave and are fought, how to evaluate your property, what essential tools you’ll need, what they cost, how to prepare your land and home—including tips on avoiding insurance nightmares—what to do when it’s time to evacuate, how to clean up after a fire, and even how to survive when things go wrong. This book will help you create a survivable space that will not only enhance the scenery but may increase the value of your home. Be Fire Smart, and you'll greatly improve your odds of surviving a major conflagration.

Focusing on the latest practices in mountain climbing, this updated edition provides a comprehensive guide to wilderness mountaineering. It includes a new essay on transitioning from climbing gyms to real rock, along with updated rescue system illustrations for both glacier and rock environments. Serving as an essential resource, it covers the fundamentals of mountaineering and reflects the core curriculum taught at NOLS, making it perfect for both beginners and experienced climbers looking to enhance their skills in mountain travel.

Howing how to plan, organize, and lead adventure expeditions, this guide is anew entry in the Mountaineers Outdoor Expert Series. 60 photos. schovat popis