Stora boken om fjällvandring

This book is written in Swedish.

In this book you will learn everything you need for a successful mountain hike, regardless of whether you are a beginner or have hiked before. You will learn how experienced mountain hikers think: How do you choose equipment? How do you get the tent up in strong winds? How to think smart about food? The more knowledge you have, the greater the experience.

- Sweden's best areas for mountain hiking
- Purchase of equipment such as backpack, tent and sleeping bag
– Tour planning and preparations for cabin and tent tours
– Techniques for crossing watercourses and other terrain obstacles
– Orientation with map, compass, altimeter, mobile phone and GPS
- The mountain nature with its typical plants and animals
– Principles of lightweight hiking

The author and photographer Staffan Ekholm has worked for over 25 years with outdoor life in all its forms and has been hiking in the mountains for over 40 years. Staffan is a certified mountain guide summer & winter, kayak and climbing instructor and licensed teacher in biology and sports & health. At Calazo, Staffan Ekholm has previously published Paddle Kayak in the Stockholm Archipelago, Kayak Handbook, Vandra i fjällen and the Great Book of Kayaking.

Rating 5/5 (Brilliant) in review of Library Service (BTJ booklet no. 10, 2024, Mikaela Karlsson).

Release year: 2024
Number of pages: 440