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Native American Survival Skills

How to Make Primitive Tools and Crafts from Natural Materials
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W. Ben Hunt, known by his Sioux name Tasunka Witko, shares practical knowledge gained from living with Native American tribes in the Midwest. This book offers detailed instructions on crafting traditional items such as Sioux ghost shirts, Plains Indian shields, box traps, and Inuit snowshoes. It guides readers through processes from rawhide preparation to moccasin finishing, blending cultural insight with survival skills.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This book is ideal for readers interested in Native American culture, traditional craftsmanship, and wilderness survival techniques, appealing to both beginners and experienced outdoors enthusiasts.

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W. Ben Hunt, whose Sioux name was Tasunka Witko, traveled throughout the Midwest, living with several Native American tribes, finally settling near the site of the last Sioux uprising. Here he provides step-by-step instructions and exact dimensions to make Sioux ghost shirts, Plains Indian shields, box traps, Iniut snowshoes, and more. From making

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

W. Ben Hunt, whose Sioux name was Tasunka Witko, travelled throughout the Midwest, living with several Native American tribes, finally settling near the site of the last Sioux uprising. Here he provides step-by-step instructions and exact dimensions for making Sioux ghost shirts, Plains Indian shields, box traps, Inuit snowshoes, and more.

From making rawhide to putting the finishing touches on a pair of moccasins, beginners and seasoned woodsmen alike will enjoy creating the tools and camp equipment that were used for centuries. Native American Survival Skills is a remarkable source of information about the Americans who first pioneered self-sufficient living. In it, there are lessons for all of us today.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781629145976

Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 May 2015

Country: United States

Imprint: Skyhorse Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 203.0mm

Height: 254.0mm

Weight: 975g

Pages: 288

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