A comprehensive, heavily illustrated, compendium of basic wilderness instruction and well-tested campsite advice by one of North America's top canoeing and outdoors experts. Step-by-step, the book shows: - How to plan a trip for a day or even a few weeks - How to pack only what is needed - How to beat the bugs, stake a tent, build a fire, ward off unwanted wildlife, paddle a canoe and much more. Other crucial topics include: - Choosing the perfect campsite - Using maps and compasses - Camp cooking - Camping with dogs and kids - Bruises, blisters and Band-Aids - Canoe and kayak camping - Wilderness photography - Cold-weather camping.