Richly photographed and information-packed tools for the novice or handy reference for the veteran, Basic Illustrated books distill years of knowledge into affordable and visual guides. Whether you're planning a trip of thumbing for facts in the field, the Basic Illustrated series shows you what you need to know.

Discover how to:

 

Choose proper equipment

Learn basic and advanced techniques

Stay safe and aware

Plan your adventure

Eli Burakian is an outdoor enthusiast, professional photographer, and writer, whose previous published works include Moosilauke: Portrait of a Mountain  and numerous Knack series books. Currently the college photographer for Dartmouth College,