<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>The how-to book for long-distance hikers who want to finish.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>The how-to book for long-distance hikers who want to finishTips to help aspiring long-distance hikers succeed, from determining nutrition of trail foods to dealing with the elements and medical challengesThe first book to catalog the on-trail skills essential to long-distance hiking--setting up camp, dealing with blisters and chafing, avoiding repetitive stress injuryInstructive feedback from thru-hikers on the AT and PCT on gear, food, and more<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>A Maine native, Dan Feldman quickly developed an affinity for wilderness and tolerance for flying insects. He has completed thru-hikes of the Appalachian and Pacific Crest Trails and contributes to Backpacking Light Magazine. Dan is a board-certified pediatric physical therapist and hopes to someday finish the Continental Divide Trail with his body intact and his family in tow.