The Avalanche Handbook (4th Edition) Book
The Avalanche Handbook (4th Edition) Book
Mountaineers Books

The Avalanche Handbook (4th Edition) Book

$48.95

Pickup availability
  • Canmore

    906 Bow Valley Trail, 4C, Canmore AB T1W 1N6

    Available for pickup
  • Squamish

    38010 3rd Avenue, Squamish BC V8B 1E3

    Requires transfer

The Avalanche Handbook needs no introduction. For this new fourth edition of the course-adopted and internationally recognized book, David McClung has completed an in-depth review and update of the entire text, as well as consulted outside experts in explosives, search and rescue, and other key topics. Comprehensive sections cover the formation, character, effects, and control of avalanches; avalanche terrain and forecasting; safety and rescue; risk management, preventive and protective measures; and more.


Technical yet accessible and with extensive photos, illustrations, graphs, and charts throughout, The Avalanche Handbook will continue to be essential reading for avalanche professionals and serious winter backcountry adventurers.

Format:Paperback, 4th Edition
Language:English
ISBN:0898863643
Release Date:January 1993
Publisher:Mountaineers Books
Length:271 Pages
Weight:1.25 lbs.
Dimensions:9.3" x 0.8" x 7.5"

Returns & Exchanges

Please read our full return policy here.

We accept returns on items that are in like-new condition within 15 days of original purchase.

Items on sale are final sale and are not eligible for returns or exchanges.

The following items are final sales:

  • Avalanche Safety Equipment: Transceivers, Shovels, Probes, Airbags
  • Climbing Equipment: Ropes, Harnesses, Carabiners, Belay Devices, Slings. 
  • Ski Crampons
  • Carbon-plated running shoes

We do not accept international returns