Description
Book Synopsis1001 Walking Tips by Paul Besley is a light-hearted and informative guide to all kinds of walking.
This is no standard instruction manual – it is much more useful than that. This is a huge collection of small tips to make a real difference to your walking, whether you’re on a leisurely stroll in your local urban area, exploring a national park, planning a long-distance trail or hiking in the mountains in winter – this book will help you to make the most of every walk.
The vast range of topics covered includes navigation, essential kit and clothing, safety, fitness, food, walking with dogs, how to cope with various weather conditions and what to do if you get lost. Whether you’re a walking novice or an experienced trekker, Paul’s wealth of knowledge and practical advice will inspire you and help to enrich your time outdoors.
Table of ContentsIntroduction
Acknowledgements
Feedback and updates
1 Basics
– The golden rules
– Things to remember
– Weather
– Water
– Feet
– Fitness and training
2 Navigation
– Basics
– Map and compass
– Natural navigation
– GPS and digital devices
3 Staying safe
– Basics
– Walking with a group
– First aid
– CPR
– Getting help
– If the worst happens
4 Walking long distances
– Day walks
– More to explore
– Trail walking
– Trail walking logistics
5 Walking environments
– Urban walks
– Lowlands
– Uplands
– Mountains
– Scrambling
– Walking abroad
6 Winter walking
– Basics
– Winter gear
– Winter safety
7 Gear
– Basics
– Buying gear
– Packs
– Head torches
– Walking poles
– Cooking
– Accessories
– Photography
8 Clothing
– Basics
– Underwear
– Base layer
– Mid-layer
– Legwear
– Outer layer
– Jackets
– Insulation
– Gaiters
– Footwear
– Repair, reuse, repurpose
9 Everything else
– Food and drink
– Dogs
– The (unofficial) laws of walking
– And finally …
10 Reading list
