{"product_id":"2940013573802","title":"Mountain Climbing Do's \u0026 Don'ts","description":"Mountain Climbing Do's and Don'ts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHow to Have Fun and Stay Safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImagine this.  Your buddy is explaining just how much fun he's having learning how to climb.   The more he talks about it, the more you're your interest is piqued.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaybe you've been considering more exercise than your getting at your favorite gym.  Just the idea of being outdoors and learning new experiences is really tugging at your emotions and sounding better and better.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe invites you to join them on their next outing and you enthusiastically agree and make the arrangements where to meet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOops!  Now you are committed.  You can't back down but in the back of your mind you are having serious issues with your lack of knowledge at the sport.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSure, your buddy and his friends are experts and will teach you. But, wouldn't it be great if you could have some basic information ahead of time?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWell, you can.  Mountain Climbing Do's and Don'ts is just what you need to get basic information about the sport and hone your expertise before your event.  Heck, the worse thing that can happen is that you learn what questions to ask before the fact!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt really doesn't matter if your only experience with climbing was falling out of the backyard oak tree when you were ten years old!  Everybody has to start somewhere and Mountain Climbing Do's and Don'ts will give you the basic information you need.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTake a look at what's inside:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlanning an Outing – What you should know before you even start.\u003cbr\u003eMountain Hazards – It isn't just the altitude that can be challenging.  Learn what else you need to know!\u003cbr\u003eNavigating the Wilderness – What is one of the biggest mistakes that new hikers make?\u003cbr\u003eWeather in the Mountains – Sunny and freezing?  Learn how to avoid inclement weather.\u003cbr\u003eRating Systems for Climbing – Learn to spot the characteristics of an individual mountain and whether you should even consider climbing it.\u003cbr\u003eClimbing Ropes – When they say \"lifeline\" they really, really mean it!\u003cbr\u003eRock Climbing Equipment – It isn't just all about ropes.  Discover what other equipment is absolutely necessary.\u003cbr\u003eRappelling – Hanging off a cliff sound like fun?  Learn more about it.\u003cbr\u003eRock Climbing – Not quite the same as climbing mountains but close.\u003cbr\u003eClimbing on Snow and Ice – So, you are looking for a bit more of a challenge?\u003cbr\u003eSetting Up a Base Camp – For the serious overnighters and beyond.\u003cbr\u003eMountaineering Nutrition – Good eats makes for a healthier climber.\u003cbr\u003ePhysical Training for Mountaineers – Don't even try it unless you are fit.  Find out why.\u003cbr\u003eFirst Aid in the Wilderness – Murphy's Law can apply even at eight thousand feet.  What you need to know.\u003cbr\u003eTraveling on a Glacier – Way beyond just snow and ice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNow, common sense will tell you that you are not going to tackle Mt. Everest after reading Mountain Climbing Do's and Don'ts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat it will do is prepare you for the outing with your buddy and his group.  And, it just might help you create a new hobby that you can enjoy for years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrab your copy now and be prepared for a safe and fun outing with your friends!","brand":"Jack Earl","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47121129996528,"sku":"2940013573802","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940013573802_p0.jpg?v=1763582515","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940013573802","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}