This book looks into the comprehensive world of traditional North American woodcraft, trapping, and self-sufficient living with Camp Life In The Woods by W. Hamilton Gibson (1850-1896). First published in 1882, this beautifully illustrated and detailed manual quickly became the standard reference for hunters, trappers, and anyone seeking to master the skills necessary for long-term survival and livelihood in the wilderness.
Gibson, a celebrated American illustrator, writer, and naturalist, combined his artistic eye with deep practical knowledge. The book is celebrated for its meticulous, easy-to-follow diagrams and its remarkable breadth, covering everything from building permanent shelters to securing a reliable food source.
Contents include:
- Traps for Large Game
- Snares or Noose Traps
- Traps for Feathered Game
- Miscellaneous Traps
- Household Traps
- Steel Traps and the Art of Trapping
- Campaign Life in the Wilderness
- The Trapper's Miscellany
This book is an indispensable classic for woodcraft enthusiasts, historical reenactors, trappers, wilderness survivalists, and natural history historians seeking the authentic, time-tested methods of 19th-century North American life in the woods.
