Training In Tracking (1927)

At a glance..

Tracking is a very comprehensive term in itself and in Scouting it seeks to cover also the preliminaries of Observation so that, not infrequently, the boys are expected to run before they can walk, that is, to track before they have learnt to observe,

The details..

'Training in Tracking' is a valuable resource for anyone interested in developing their observation skills. The author argues that this science has great educational value, promoting alertness and efficacy of the senses through continual practice. Deduction promotes reasoning power, imagination, patient research, common sense and memory - all essential qualities no matter what line of life one may elect.

The book contains detailed information on stalking techniques both during day time as well as night-time operations. There are also chapters dedicated to human footprints including booted tracks; classifications based on peculiar characteristics; deduction methods used by detectives; vehicle tracks such as bicycles or motor-cars etc.

Animal tracking enthusiasts will find this book especially useful with sections devoted entirely to animal tracks classification based on peculiar characteristics like bird tracks in snow medium which can be quite challenging even for experienced trackers! Additionally there's an appendix section detailing how scouts can earn their tracker badge.

Overall 'Training in Tracking' provides practical guidance on various aspects related to tracking while keeping it engaging enough so readers don't lose interest halfway through reading it.