by Amy Notarius Rowan Public Library
If your summer travel plans this year involve hiking or
camping, check out these books from Rowan Public Library before you set
off.
“Camping Made Easy” by Michael Rutter offers information
for the beginning camper, including how to select the right equipment
and clothing. Fire safety and first aid each get their own sections as
well.
Joe Miller’s “Backpacking North Carolina” is a handy
guide to the many trails available to hikers and backpackers in the
state. Miller divides the books into sections, from the Blue Ridge and
Great Smoky Mountains to the Appalachian Trail, Piedmont and coast. For
each trip, Miller lists the same detailed set of important information,
including distance and difficulty of the trail, where you can find
campsites and water, and special considerations (e.g. watch out for
bears!).
Especially useful for trip planning is the “best trips by
category” section — find the locations and trails most suitable for
beginning backpackers, for viewing waterfalls and wildflowers, going
fishing and so on.
Hiking and backpacking are going to work up on an
appetite, so don’t miss “The Trailside Cookbook” by Don and Pam
Philpott. They begin with a nice overview of camping stoves, dutch ovens
and pots and pans and provide a comprehensive list of pantry staples,
essential backpack items and kitchen items.
They help you plan for the amount of food you’ll need,
and how to store and label the food you bring. Recipes comprise the bulk
of the book, and you might not want to wait for the trail to try one
out. From hearty breakfasts and and breads to trail mixes and desserts,
the variety is impressive.
Check out Rowan Public Library today before beginning your next adventure.
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