Weight | 0.243 kg |
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Dimensions | 195 × 125 × 19 mm |
ISBN | 9781907087134 |
Cover | Hardback |
Publication Year | 2011 |
Publisher | Pocket Bibles |
£9.99
The Camping Pocket Guide
How do you light a decent campfire? What can you do if it rains? And what exactly is ‘glamping’? Find the answer to all these and more inside The Camping Pocket Bible, a camping gift full of camping tips and trivia for the first-time and the experienced camper alike – whether you know your A-frame from your I-pole or are still trying to work out your bivvy from your billy. From the basics of pitching a tent and lighting a campfire to fun ideas for the more experienced camper, you’ll find all the essential information you need to know about camping in this one handy easy-to-read guide.
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