Description
Hiking
Book summary
An essential guide that recovers the essence of hiking as an activity accessible to everyone: walking. Joan Jover Garcia clears up confusion regarding modern terms like "senderismo" (trail hiking) or "trekking" and offers a clear, practical, and no-nonsense vision of this ancestral practice. The reader will find the keys to enjoying travel on foot through low or medium mountains, coasts, or deserts, with the sole objective of connecting with nature and the pleasure of exercise.
What is it about?
The book starts from a fundamental premise: hiking is, basically, walking. When specific equipment or techniques are required, you are dealing with other activities. The author demystifies the need for complex gear and advocates for the simplicity of moving on foot through accessible terrain, whether it be low or medium mountains, coast, or desert. Throughout its pages, the fundamentals of this traditional activity are explored, offering practical advice for starting out or delving deeper into it, always with respect for the natural environment and the enjoyment of movement.
Main topics
- Definition and essence of hiking versus other activities such as trail hiking, trekking, or Nordic walking.
- Basic techniques for walking on low and medium mountain terrain.
- Physical and mental preparation for practicing hiking.
- Orientation and safety in natural environments.
- Minimum necessary equipment and criteria for choosing it.
Who is it recommended for?
This manual is aimed at anyone who wants to start hiking or who already practices it and wants to return to its fundamentals. It is ideal for beginners looking for a clear guide without technical jargon, as well as for enthusiasts who wish to clear up doubts about the difference between hiking and other more commercialized modalities. It is also useful for those who value direct contact with nature and outdoor exercise without the need for large investments.
What this book provides
- An authentic and demystified vision of hiking, far from trends and commercial terms.
- Practical knowledge to plan and enjoy walking trips safely and satisfactorily.
- Keys to distinguish hiking from other activities and choose the most suitable practice for each person.
- Tips for selecting the minimum necessary equipment without falling into excess.
- An invitation to rediscover the pleasure of walking as a physical activity and a way of connecting with the natural environment.
Technical specifications
- Author: Jover Garcia, Joan
- Publisher: Cossetània Edicions
- Language: Catalan
- Topic: Hiking and trail walking
- Collection: Manuals de Muntanya
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: December 2012
- Number of pages: 96
- Weight: 171 g
Editorial review
A concise and direct manual that fulfills its purpose of clarifying what hiking really is and how to practice it. Joan Jover Garcia offers an honest and unpretentious perspective, ideal for those seeking a practical, no-frills guide. Its focus on the essentials makes it recommended reading for both newcomers and experienced hikers who wish to revisit the foundations of this traditional activity.