S. Casanovas

Snowmobile security techniques. Illustrated guide. Moving around glaciers is a dangerous activity in which many accidents have fatal consequences. Throughout his six years guiding in Antarctica, the author carried out numerous tests and trials involving prototype systems and modified equipment. This is an essential piece of work for those who wish to get over and about glaciers, in safety, with snowmobiles. This is the first book to explain in detail and with precision, the steps needed in order to be to plan and control snowmobile activity in this dangerous arena. This manual incorporates photographs, tables and diagrams which help the reader to understand the basic principles and kit. Practical simulated self and team rescue exercises for guides, participants and clients, plus basic medical considerations are also included. The Snowmobile Bible fills a documentary void, and does so using clear and accessible language making it a vital reference manual for the professional and amateur alike.