The Avalanche Handbook

The Avalanche Handbook - Paperback

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The Avalanche Handbook
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The Avalanche Handbook - Paperback

The Avalanche Handbook - Paperback

by David McClung
$32.95
$32.95

Book Overview

by David McClung (Author)

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.
Number of Pages: 368
Dimensions: 1 x 8.9 x 7.3 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: January 04, 2023
ISBN9781680515398
Author David McClung
PublisherMountaineers Books
GenreSports
FormatPaperback
PublishedJanuary 2023
Edition4
LanguageENG- English
Pages368
Weight1.0 lb
Print SizeStandard Print

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