{"product_id":"plan-go-trans-catalina-backbone-trails-all-you-need-to-know-to-complete-two-long-distance-trails-through-southern-californias-coastal-mediterr-paperback","title":"Plan \u0026 Go - Trans-Catalina \u0026 Backbone Trails: All you need to know to complete two long-distance trails through Southern California's coastal Mediterr - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eSam Ward\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003ePlan \u0026amp; Go - Trans-Catalina \u0026amp; Backbone Trails\u003c\/b\u003e is the definitive guide to hiking two of Southern California's most remarkable backcountry trails. In a clear and concise manner, the book illustrates the highlights and unique characteristics of both the Trans-Catalina Trail and the Backbone Trail. It provides details on all essential trip planning topics to save you time and effort with your own preparations. Supported by step-by-step instructions and first-hand recommendations, you will be well-equipped and feel more confident about escaping the metropolitan hustle and bustle to experience nature at its best. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003ci\u003eThe book provides answers to the following questions (and more): \u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhen is the best time to go?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow many days should I spend?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhat are my camping options?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhat kind of gear works best?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow do I prepare for each trail?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhere to resupply food \u0026amp; water?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow do I get there and back?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e In addition, \u003cb\u003ePlan \u0026amp; Go - Trans-Catalina \u0026amp; Backbone Trails\u003c\/b\u003e offers practical advice on athletic training, which food to pack and in what quantities, how to select appropriate gear, and various other essentials for each trail. The book further includes \u003ci\u003erelevant overview maps\u003c\/i\u003e of the trails and \u003ci\u003ecomprehensive campsite listings\u003c\/i\u003e to help you create itineraries that best suit your personal preferences. The wealth of facts and figures is topped off with two candid and inspiring accounts of the author's back-to-back journeys across Santa Catalina Island and the Santa Monica Mountains. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn addition to hiking the Trans-Catalina Trail and Backbone Trail twice each, Sam Ward has backpacked over 7,000 miles along the Appalachian Trail (2008), Pacific Crest Trail (2011), and Continental Divide Trail (2015), aka the Triple Crown, as well as many more as a weekend warrior. He works as an environmental engineer and lives in Los Angeles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 168\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.36 x 9.02 x 5.98 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 05, 2017\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51796396638496,"sku":"9781943126088","price":21.53,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/2c71695e0b09206f217584d03fcc86c6.webp?v=1780756620","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/plan-go-trans-catalina-backbone-trails-all-you-need-to-know-to-complete-two-long-distance-trails-through-southern-californias-coastal-mediterr-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}