Wilderness Survival School

School of urban wilderness survival and the Circle of Courage.: An article from: Reclaiming Children and Youth

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Title: School of urban wilderness survival and the Circle of Courage.
Author: Jay M. Marlowe
Publication: Reclaiming Children and Youth (Magazine/Journal)
Date: September 22, 2009
Publisher: Reclaiming Children and Youth
Volume: 18 Issue: 3 Page: 3(4)

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The National Outdoor Leadership School’s Wilderness Guide: The Classic Handbook, Revised and Updated

The classic backpacker’s handbook — revised and updated — providing expert guidelines for anyone who loves the outdoors. The Wilderness Guide brings the savvy of the world’s most famous and respected outdoor organization to everyone — from the 16 million backpacking Americans to the more than 265 million people, tenderfeet and trail-hardened hikers, who visit our national parks annually. It covers: Selecting equipment — including discussions of the advantages and disadvantages of products such as the internal frame pack, lighter-weight boots, and freestanding tents The latest “leave no trace” camping techniques Traveling safely and sensibly — including vital information on maps, compasses, and tips on crossing difficult terrain Backcountry cooking, with tips on building fires and tricks for making gourmet meals Search-and-rescue techniques, including how to organize a self-sufficient search group and when to call in professional rescue teams Illustrated throughout with instructional drawings and photos and featuring lists of equipment, the Wilderness Guide is a must-have for anyone planning to explore the great outdoors.Since 1965, the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) has been teaching its students how to climb, kayak, and navigate; how to camp without leaving a trace; how to stay warm and dry in the wilderness; how to cope with a backcountry emergency; and how to effectively lead others through such experiences. There are many reasons for spending time in the remote outdoors. Awe-inspiring scenery, peacefulness, wildlife viewing, and exercise are all good reasons. Another is that such experiences build character: “The wildlands teach us to be smart, practical, resourceful, and observant. To hike ten hours through scabrous terrain, cross a brawny river, stay warm in a snowstorm, and navigate your way out of tangled woods tests and builds your best faculties.” While no single book can prepare one for spending

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The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook (Turtleback School & Library Binding Edition)

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Willy Whitefeather’s Outdoor Survival Handbook for Kids

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