This edition had all images removed.

Title: The Book of Camp-Lore and Woodcraft

Note: Reading ease score: 70.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Note: Illustrated by the author.

Credits: Produced by Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "The Book of Camp-Lore and Woodcraft" by Daniel Carter Beard is a practical guide aimed primarily at boys and outdoor enthusiasts, written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the art of camping, woodcraft, and various outdoor survival skills, promoting outdoor activities and a connection with nature. In its exploration of camping techniques, it emphasizes the importance of self-reliance, creativity, and the joys of outdoor life. At the start of the work, Beard introduces his philosophy of boyhood as an invaluable asset to society and the importance of spending time outdoors. He reflects on his crusade to encourage young boys to engage with nature and learn practical skills for camping and woodcraft. The opening portion also hints at his personal experiences and the significance of outdoor activities to instill character and resilience in youth. He lays the groundwork for the subsequent lessons on fire-making and other essential skills that campers need to master, offering a unique blend of folklore, personal anecdotes, and practical advice geared towards fostering a love for the outdoors. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Beard, Daniel Carter, 1850-1941

EBook No.: 44215

Published: Nov 18, 2013

Downloads: 259

Language: English

Subject: Camping

Subject: Camping -- Equipment and supplies

LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Book of Camp-Lore and Woodcraft

Note: Reading ease score: 70.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Note: Illustrated by the author.

Credits: Produced by Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "The Book of Camp-Lore and Woodcraft" by Daniel Carter Beard is a practical guide aimed primarily at boys and outdoor enthusiasts, written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the art of camping, woodcraft, and various outdoor survival skills, promoting outdoor activities and a connection with nature. In its exploration of camping techniques, it emphasizes the importance of self-reliance, creativity, and the joys of outdoor life. At the start of the work, Beard introduces his philosophy of boyhood as an invaluable asset to society and the importance of spending time outdoors. He reflects on his crusade to encourage young boys to engage with nature and learn practical skills for camping and woodcraft. The opening portion also hints at his personal experiences and the significance of outdoor activities to instill character and resilience in youth. He lays the groundwork for the subsequent lessons on fire-making and other essential skills that campers need to master, offering a unique blend of folklore, personal anecdotes, and practical advice geared towards fostering a love for the outdoors. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Beard, Daniel Carter, 1850-1941

EBook No.: 44215

Published: Nov 18, 2013

Downloads: 259

Language: English

Subject: Camping

Subject: Camping -- Equipment and supplies

LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.