Tony Nester (Book order)

Tony Nester Book order

Tony Nester is the author of numerous books and DVDs on survival. His school, Ancient Pathways, is a primary provider of survival training for the Military Special Operations community. He has also served as a consultant for organizations such as the NTSB, US Marshals, and the FAA, and contributed to the film "Into the Wild."

Desert Survival Tips, Tricks & Skills

80 pages
3 hours of reading

Whether you are heading to the Grand Canyon or you live in a city like Phoenix, Vegas, or Houston, Desert Survival Tips, Tricks, & Skills can help you prepare for life in the Land of Little Water. Filled with pragmatic, field-tested skills and tips from the authors 27 years of teaching survival skills in the deserts of North America.Topics How to cope with heat stress and methods for acclimating your body to extreme heat.How to use geologic and geographic information to obtain water in seemingly arid regions.Current research on scorpion stings and snakebites along with treatment methods.Equipping your vehicle for off-road travel and the leading causes of breakdowns in the heat.Desert shelters for coping with both the heat and the cold.Improvised signaling devices.Desert specific survival gear and garb for helping you to beat the heat on your next trek.Contains over 30 detailed photos and informative sidebars. This book is the second in the Practical Survival Series.