The Avalanche Handbook - 4th Edition by David McClung (Paperback)

Name: The Avalanche Handbook - 4th Edition by David McClung (Paperback)
Brand: Mountaineers Books
SKU: 86421956
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A complete update of the leading text for avalanche courses worldwide More than 75,000 copies sold of previous editions New chapter on risk management Includes new photographs and updated illustrations The Avalanche Handbook needs no introduction.
Author(s): David McClung
368 Pages
Sports + Recreation, Skiing

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About the Book

A complete update of the leading text for avalanche courses worldwide

Book Synopsis

A complete update of the leading text for avalanche courses worldwide

More than 75,000 copies sold of previous editions
New chapter on risk management
Includes new photographs and updated illustrations

The Avalanche Handbook needs no introduction. For this new fourth edition of the course-adopted and internationally recognized book, David McClung has completed an in-depth review and update of the entire text, as well as consulted outside experts in explosives, search and rescue, and other key topics. Comprehensive sections cover the formation, character, effects, and control of avalanches; avalanche terrain and forecasting; safety and rescue; risk management, preventive and protective measures; and more.

Technical yet accessible and with extensive photos, illustrations, graphs, and charts throughout, The Avalanche Handbook will continue to be essential reading for avalanche professionals and serious winter backcountry adventurers.

Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 7.3 Inches (W) x 1.0 Inches (D)

Weight: 1.71 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Number of Pages: 368

Genre: Sports + Recreation

Sub-Genre: Skiing

Publisher: Mountaineers Books

Format: Paperback

Author: David McClung

Language: English

Street Date: January 4, 2023

TCIN: 86421956

UPC: 9781680515398

Item Number (DPCI): 247-00-1899

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Estimated ship weight: 1.71 pounds

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