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Bushcraft 101

A Field Guide to the Art of Wilderness Survival
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Bushcraft 101 by Dave Canterbury is a comprehensive guide to wilderness survival and outdoor skills. It focuses on teaching the reader how to thrive in nature with the right mindset, proper planning, and essential tools. The book covers various topics such as making survival gear, using resources efficiently, and implementing practical tips for living outdoors, making it an invaluable resource for both beginners and seasoned adventurers.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in learning essential outdoor survival skills, appreciating nature, or honing your wilderness self-reliance. It offers practical tips on bushcraft and is perfect for anyone keen on exploring the great outdoors with a sense of confidence and preparedness.

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“With advice on not just getting along, but truly reconnecting with the great outdoors, Dave Canterbury’s treasure trove of world-renowned wisdom and experience comes to life within these pages.” —Bustle

A New York Times Bestseller in Sports and Travel!

The ultimate resource for experiencing the backcountry!

Written by survivalist expert Dave Canterbury, Bushcraft 101 gets you ready for your next backcountry trip with advice on making the most of your time outdoors. Based on the 5Cs of Survivability—cutting tools, covering, combustion devices, containers, and cordages—this valuable guide offers only the most important survival skills to help you craft resources from your surroundings and truly experience the beauty and thrill of the wilderness.

Inside, you'll also discover detailed information on:

  • Choosing the right items for your kit.
  • Manufacturing needed tools and supplies.
  • Collecting and cooking food.
  • Protecting yourself from the elements.

With Canterbury's guidance, you'll not only prepare yourself for any climate and situation, you'll also learn how to use the art of bushcraft to reconnect with nature in ways you've never imagined.

Series: Bushcraft Survival Skills Series

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Bushcraft 101 by Dave Canterbury is highly regarded for its comprehensive and detailed approach to wilderness survival, appealing to both beginners and seasoned outdoors enthusiasts. The book is praised for its straightforward writing, practical advice, and focus on essential skills like firemaking, tool manufacturing, and food gathering. Reviewers highlight its role as a valuable starting point for those wishing to develop proficiency in bushcraft and survival techniques.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781440579776

Publisher: Adams Media Corporation

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 September 2014

Country: United States

Imprint: Adams Media Corporation

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 214.0mm

Weight: 408g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Dave Canterbury is the coowner and supervising instructor at the Pathfinder School, which USA TODAY named as one of the Top 12 Survival Schools in the United States. He has been published in Self Reliance IllustratedNew PioneerAmerican Frontiersman, and Trapper’s World. Dave is the New York Times bestselling author of Bushcraft 101Advanced Bushcraft; and The Bushcraft Guide to Trapping, Gathering, and Cooking in the Wild.

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