Bestselling author and survival instructor Tony Nester delves into recommendations for basic bushcraft gear and tips for increasing your competency in long-term wilderness living. Packed with practical advice taken from the past 27 years of teaching field courses, this manual covers strategies for enjoying the wilderness with your hands and a few simple tools.

Topics Include:

Tarp and Bedroll Types

Bushcraft Blades

Axe and Saw Recommendations

Firearms & Food Procurement Tools

Region-Specific Gear

Wilderness Ethics

Clothing and Cold-Weather Garb

Trail Food and Cooking Implements

Also included is a helpful Q & A section with anecdotes from the author's time on the trail along with some home practice exercises. Volume 7 in the Practical Survival Series.