Woodcraft and Indian Lore: A Classic Guide from a Founding Father of the Boy Scouts of America [Paperback]

Ernest Thompson Seton (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 2007

“I should like to lead this whole nation into the way of living outdoors,” wrote Ernest Seton over seventy-five years ago.  If the nation was in need of a dose of nature then, we can certainly benefit even more from Seton’s sage advice now.  Learn how to build a campfire, a dam, or a birch bark basket; to recognize animal tracks, constellations, and all manner of forestry; to stop a nose-bleed, ease poison ivy, or soothe a sore throat with natural remedies; to make delicious biscuits on the trail and spot edible mushrooms; and more. This book is essential for Boy Scouts and their leaders, and great fun for anyone desiring a fuller experience of outdoors life.

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About the Author

Ernest Thompson Seton is a founder of the Boy Scouts of America. He was also an award-winning wildlife illustrator, spell-binding storyteller, bestselling author, and strong advocate for the political, cultural, and spiritual rights of First Peoples (Native Americans).

Product Details

• Paperback: 624 pages
• Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing (April 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1602390584
• ISBN-13: 978-1602390584
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.2 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #849,305 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Youth leader's ultimate guide, April 4, 2007

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Bob Fitzsimmons (New York City) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Woodcraft and Indian Lore: A Classic Guide from a Founding Father of the Boy Scouts of America (Paperback)

This book, by one of the founders of the Boy Scouts of America, should be on the bookshelf of every summer camp, outdoors club, or youth group. First aid, crafts, games, sports, songs, natural history... you name it, this book has it. The illustrations are great, too.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting trip back in time ., May 24, 2008

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This review is from: Woodcraft and Indian Lore: A Classic Guide from a Founding Father of the Boy Scouts of America (Paperback)

This was an interesting trip back in time . It is very informative for anyone interested in the outdoors and very entertaining with regards to woodcraft . It has first rate descriptions of flora and fauna , and descritpions of basic usage . He also provides a lot of entertaining Indian History . Ernest Thompson Seton was apparently very enamored of Native Americans , and it shows . I would recommend overall for anyone interested in outdoor life.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Forget PC, Buy this book!!!, February 21, 2011

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Mesozoicphile "PaleoDigger" (Where the bones are) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Woodcraft and Indian Lore: A Classic Guide from a Founding Father of the Boy Scouts of America (Paperback)

This a a wonderful book written by a "founding father" of the BSA. It teaches our children ways to not only "survive" in the wild, but have FUN!!! Today our American children are under attack, especially our boys. Their teachers tell them how "evil" their history is. Their doctors drug them into lifeless "students". Corporations spend billions to find the best ways to lure them to what is profitable for the corp. They have lost that spark that made American children independent, loyal, innovative and freedom loving.
To the reviewer that asked, is this what we want our children to be reading, I would answer with a loud YES!!! Perhaps instead of being PC they should learn the english language. A "native American" is not limited to American indians!! If she took the time to look up the word NATIVE she would learn it means, "a person born or thing produced in the place or country indicated". That means, although my ancestors came here from England in the early 1600s, I am a Native American. As far as the author goes, maybe she should read more. Mr. Seton had great respect for American indians, hence the "Indian Lore".
Do your son, and yourself, a favor and get a copy of this book. Then go out and DO some of the activities it describes. Your son will have learned new skills, that may be needed some day. He will become more of a real man. He will look back with fond memories. When was the last time you heard a young adult talk about how they will never forget the summer they stayed in the house and played xxxx video game?