
Transcriber's note:
THE WHITE-TAILED OR VIRGINIA DEER
THE FAN-TAILED DEER
THE MULE-DEER
THE WAPITI OR ELK
THE MOOSE
THE MOUNTAIN SHEEP
THE ANTELOPE
THE BEAR
THE COUGAR
A seasoned outdoorsman’s handbook, this guide teaches readers how to read the subtle language of the wild. With clear explanations and vivid illustrations, it shows how tracks, trails and everyday signs—from blazed trees to fresh droppings—reveal the species, direction, and condition of game. By breaking down the anatomy of footprints into four basic animal groups, the author turns what can feel like guesswork into a reliable, almost conversational skill.
Beyond the basics, the text weaves practical hunting wisdom into the tracking lessons, emphasizing responsible pursuit and the importance of following a wounded animal to a humane end. Whether you’re a novice hoping to avoid frustration or a seasoned hunter looking to sharpen your instincts, the book offers a thorough, field‑tested approach that feels like a mentor walking beside you in the woods.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (131K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Chris Curnow, Mary Akers and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2014-05-04
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
b. 1870
A practical early-20th-century outdoors writer, he turned years of field experience into a classic guide for reading animal tracks and signs. His work still appeals to hunters, naturalists, and anyone who likes learning directly from the landscape.
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