The situations are diverse and familiar to all lovers of outdoor living: a clothesline needs to be stretched between two tree trunks, but the overhanging end is short - how can I secure the line best? The canoe must be securely tied up when stored by a fast-flowing river - which knot can I rely on? Whether you want to securely attach your gear to the outside of your backpack, a tent line has broken, or food needs to be hung high in a tree, there are always situations in outdoor life where the obligatory piece of string in your pocket is simply not enough - a good knot is essential. The authors present 43 particularly useful knots. In addition to basic knots like the bowline or the sheet bend, which every outdoor enthusiast should master, less well-known knots and variations are also shown and explained for which situations they are particularly suitable. 180 color illustrations assist with tying the knots. A special feature of this book: additional drawings for left-handed individuals make it easier to understand the tying techniques as well. For the gentleman outdoorsman, three tie knots have been added.