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Lighten Up!: A Complete Handbook for Light and Ultralight Backpacking

Short, to the point, and humorously illustrated by famed outdoor illustrator Mike Clelland, this book presents everything hikers and backpackers need to be safe, comfortable, and well-fed while carrying a very small and lightweight pack.

Audience
adult
Length
short · 112 pages

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