A Manual For Northern Woodsmen (1919)

A Manual For Northern Woodsmen is a comprehensive guidebook written by Austin Cary in 1919 that covers everything from the basics of camping and survival in the wilderness to advanced techniques for hunting and trapping. The book is specifically geared towards those who live or work in the northern regions of the United States and Canada, where the climate and terrain can be harsh and unforgiving.The manual is divided into several sections, each covering a different aspect of life in the woods. The first section covers the basics of camping, including how to choose a campsite, set up a tent, and build a fire. It also includes information on cooking over an open flame and basic first aid techniques.The second section covers hunting and trapping, with detailed instructions on how to track and hunt various game animals, including deer, moose, and bear. It also includes information on trapping small animals such as rabbits and squirrels.The third section covers forestry and logging, with detailed information on how to fell trees, cut and split firewood, and build log cabins. It also includes information on how to identify different types of trees and how to harvest them sustainably.The fourth section covers winter survival, with information on how to build snow shelters, how to travel safely in snowy conditions, and how to stay warm and dry in freezing temperatures.Throughout the book, Cary emphasizes the importance of respecting nature and living off the land in a sustainable way. He also includes numerous anecdotes and personal stories from his own experience as a woodsman, making the book both informative and entertaining. Overall, A Manual For Northern Woodsmen is an essential guidebook for anyone who spends time in the wilderness, whether for work or recreation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.