Backup iCal for Tiger install?

Hey everyone.
I am going to install Tiger, but before I wipe my HD, I want to backup my iCal, store it on my iPod, then copy it back afterwards. How can I go about this?
I also need to do the same for AddressBook and my Safari Bookmarks.
Thanks
James

James, I'm not sure that you need to do that. Study this first before you decide what type of install to do:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=301270
or this:
http://manuals.info.apple.com/en/TigerInstall_SetupGuide.pdf

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