Boy Scouts co-founder and avid outdoorsman "Uncle Dan" Beard provides a clear, enthusiastic introduction to the joys of camping, trapping, and outdoor survival.
Five years later, he merged the organization with the newly formed Boy Scouts of America..
Inspired by the rugged traditions of the American frontier, Beard founded the Sons of Daniel Boone in 1905.
About the Author: Known as "Uncle Dan" to his friends, Daniel Carter Beard (1850-1941) was a famed author, illustrator, and social champion.
This ageless volume will prove a helpful companion to hunters, fishermen, campers, backpackers, Scouts, and anyone who enjoys outdoor recreation and the thrill of bushcraft.
They\'ll also discover how to build a canvas canoe and a dugout canoe, how to make a portage, how to handle a canoe, how to row a boat, and the names of all the parts of boats.
Readers can learn how to stalk, to photograph, and even to capture wild animals with their bare hands.
Fishing-related instruction includes information on how to catch minnows, how to make a dip net, fly fishing, bait casting, and much more.
Filled with timeless wisdom on conversing with nature, the Book also constitutes a source of practical tips, offering advice on fishing, canoeing, and other aspects of outdoor life.
Originally published nearly a century ago, this engagingly written and charmingly illustrated guide provides an atmospheric reminder of a simpler time.
Boy Scouts co-founder and avid outdoorsman "Uncle Dan" Beard provides a clear, enthusiastic introduction to the joys of camping, trapping, and outdoor survival
