Basic Illustrated Camping

Richly illustrated and information-packed tools for the novice or handy reference for the veteran, BASIC ILLUSTRATED books distill years of knowledge into affordable and visual guides. Whether you're planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, the BASIC ILLUSTRATED series shows you what you need to know. Discover how to:

• Build a fire, even in wet weather
• Select and use your camping gear • Cook quick and tasty meals in the outdoors • Rig a campsite tent with the four basic knots and hitches • Use a map and compass to master the fundamentals of backcountry navigation