On Your Own : How To Take Care Of Yourself In Wild Country; A Manual For Field And Service Men
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On Your Own: How To Take Care Of Yourself In Wild Country; A Manual For Field And Service Men is a comprehensive guidebook written by Samuel A. Graham. The book is designed to equip individuals who work or travel in remote areas with the necessary skills and knowledge to take care of themselves in the wilderness. The manual is divided into various sections, each covering essential topics such as survival skills, first aid, navigation, and equipment. The author provides detailed information on how to build shelter, start a fire, find water, and hunt for food in the wild. He also offers advice on how to avoid dangerous animals and how to deal with emergencies such as snake bites, hypothermia, and dehydration.In addition to survival skills, the book also covers topics such as map reading, compass use, and GPS navigation. The author explains how to read topographical maps and how to use a compass to navigate in the wilderness. He also provides tips on how to use a GPS device to find your way in remote areas.The book also includes a section on equipment, where the author discusses the essential items that one should carry when traveling or working in the wild. He explains the importance of having a good backpack, sturdy boots, and appropriate clothing for the environment.Overall, On Your Own: How To Take Care Of Yourself In Wild Country; A Manual For Field And Service Men is a practical and informative guidebook that is essential for anyone who works or travels in remote areas. The book is easy to read and understand, and the author's writing style is engaging and informative.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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- ISBN-13: 9781432515768
- ISBN-10: 1432515764
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: March 2007
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.38 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.55 pounds
- Page Count: 164
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