The Complete Outdoorsmans Handbook (1976)

At a glance..

The average outdoorsman does not have to be a wilderness survival expert, but he should know the basics. After all, almost everyone can become lost or lose his gear when his canoe is upset in a choppy wilderness lake. This book should serve as a guide to responsible outdoor living and wilderness survival.

The details..

Written by experienced outdoorsman Jerome J. Knap, The Complete Outdoorsman's Handbook is an essential guide for anyone interested in outdoor recreation or wilderness survival. With detailed information on topics ranging from wildlife hazards to optics for the outdoorsman, this book covers it all.

Knap provides expert advice on how to train your senses and interpret animal actions, as well as tips for dealing with dangerous wildlife such as bears and snakes. He also offers practical guidance on navigating using maps and compasses, selecting binoculars and other optics equipment, choosing knives and axes appropriate for different tasks, building campfires safely with various types of wood available in nature.

In addition to these skills-based chapters that cover activities like canoeing or skiing touring, readers will find useful sections devoted specifically towards surviving emergencies while out in the wildness including first-aid kits contents & usage along with general rules when accidents happen .

Whether you're planning a camping trip or simply want to be prepared for any situation life throws at you while exploring nature's beauty, The Complete Outdoorsman's Handbook has got you covered.