The hobo handbook : a field guide to living by your own rules

No one said life on the road would be easy. Navigating the rails, mapping bus lines, and hitching rides. Dealing with hunger when you don't have a nickel to chew on. Picking up an odd job here and making a few bucks there. But that's why it's exciting. It's one hell of an adventure. It's a thrilling road to follow if you're up to the challenge. And this book's your back-pocket saving grace. As you flip to the next flop, you'll need to know how to get by in order to stay one step ahead. Realize: a hobo isn't some bum looking for a handout. You need to be ready to put in the effort. If you want to make your way in the Jungle and along your route, you need the know-how provided within. This is the textbook to your open-road education. Lessons for life on the road. Life on the road can be a trip--if you're willing to take it. In fact, it can be one hell of an adventure if you're up to the challenge. Navigating the rails, mapping bus lines, and hitching rides. Dealing with hunger when you don't have a nickel to chew on. Picking up an odd job here and making a few bucks there. It's not easy street but it's a thrilling road to follow. And this book's your back-pocket saving grace. As you flip to the next flop, you'll need to know how to get by in order to stay one step ahead. Realize: A hobo isn't some bum looking for a handout. You need to be ready to put in the effort. If you want to make your way in the Jungle and along your route, you need the know-how provided within. It's the textbook to your open road education Getting started: the hobo evolution Getting ready: traveling light or heavy Getting going: where are you going and how will you get there? Getting settled: finding a bed for the night and, ideally, a meal Getting by: "real"-world considerations Getting going (again): a wise hobo is a happy hobo Getting out of a jam: wait, what? I'm arrested? and other sticky situations. Educates the readers on various aspects of the life on the open road. This book helps them to learn how to: ride the rails without being pinched by a bull; decipher the secrets of the Hobo Code; live by the jungle rules; and, more.