Woman in the Wild is the complete guide to backcountry travel for women, with an emphasis on independence and safety. This is the first book to provide serious instruction and encouragement about safe, self-reliant hiking, camping, and mountaineering specifically for women of all skill levels, from beginners to intermediate hikers and experienced mountaineers. It gives the reader all the information she needs to travel confidently in the backcountry, from basics like Gear and First Aid to advanced topics like Navigation and Weather. Final chapters introduce the reader to the skills required to take her to the next level, like Glacier Travel, Rock & Ice Climbing and International Trip Planning.
