The book "Camp wisdom and forest crafts" by D. C. Beard is a compendium of knowledge for younger buschraft enthusiasts, in which anyone can learn the secrets of lighting a fire, building a shelter, a camp kitchen and creating cooking utensils on their own.
The book was authored by Daniel Carter Beard (1850-1941), an American writer, traveler and social reformer who devoted his life to exploring America's wilderness and actively developing Scouting.
"Camp Wisdom and Forest Craft" contains condensed knowledge on how to prepare for an expedition and tips related to its survival.
From the book we can learn how to effectively light a fire, choose a camp site, build a kitchen and camp accessories on our own, prepare a meal and use an axe.
The book was written with young scouts in mind, so the content presented in it is simple to understand and supported by numerous illustrations. Daniel Beard takes the reader on the trail, describing his experiences in picturesque and brilliant form.
He interweaves his palpable respect and admiration for the beauty and power of nature with interesting anecdotes and comparisons, which is why this item is a must-read for every hiker and bushcraft enthusiast.
