For women who enjoy hiking, camping, backpacking, and other outdoor recreation this is the guide to being a woman in the great outdoors. This handbook covers the matters of most concern to women, from "feminine functions" in the wilderness to how to deal with condescending men, as well as the basics of wilderness survival tailored to women's unique needs. It includes gear lists in addition to advice for camp setup, fire building, food and water, safety, weather, and navigation.

Introduction -- Where to go -- What to bring -- Setting up camp -- Building a fire -- Lady matters -- Getting your grub on -- First aid and safety -- Weather -- Navigation -- All comers -- Minding your manners.