The air is clear and crisp. A silvery mist clings to the floor of the forest as if it were a living thing reluctant to hand over it's existence to the faint glow in the east. Is there anything more beautiful than the forest and meadows at dawn?Hearing a faint rustle in the bushes ahead alerts you, letting you know that you are not the only creature stirring in the early hours before dawn.This must be what it was like for our forefathers when they foraged for food to feed their growing families. While it is no longer necessary for us to hunt for food, hunting small game for sport is a national pastime. Dear Hunter,Responsible hunting for sport is one way of experiencing the satisfaction of exercising your right to bear arms. Every weekend during the various seasons Americans go forth and participate in this activity.The purpose of our guide is to give you an over view of small game hunting as well as provide you with information about the different types of guns used for this sport.First things first!If you rank among the millions of folks who are either just beginning the sport or are an average hunter looking for some tips, then "The Sportsman's Guide to Small Game Hunting" is definitely written just for you.Hunters, like any other sportsmen, are known for seeking out the "magic bullet" that will improve their results overnight. I hope we agree there's no such thing, right? But, even the tiniest of changes in our hunt can make a huge difference. So, why do you need "The Sportsman's Guide to Small Game Hunting?"Because it gives you what you need to know!Thousands of people want to participate in this sport. These are folks just like you. Some of them may have acquired an interest in hunting from their parents when they were youngsters. Others have no knowledge of the sport whatsoever, but want to learn and perhaps even teach their children the rudiments of gun safety. The one thing they have in common is to improve their techniques without breaking the bank and that's where "The Sportsman's Guide to Small Game Hunting" comes in. If you are a novice hunter trying to figure out the sport or a veteran who wants to introduce your children to small game hunting, "The Sportsman's Guide to Small Game Hunting" is just what you need to learn all the ins and outs of hunting small game. And, if you are already a hunter then you know that sometimes it's just one little tip that can make the difference between success and failure. Anyone can do it!No matter where you fit there's something for everyone. "The Sportsman's Guide to Small Game Hunting" is divided into 15 separate topics that run the gambit from the novice to the average hunter. Take a look at just a few:* Understanding Wild Animal Habitats* Choosing Your Weapon: Rifle* Choosing Your Weapon: Shotgun* Choosing Your Weapon: Muzzleloaders* Hunter Safety* Plan Your Hunt - Day Trip or Overnighter* Scouting the Topography* Scouting Your Game* A Still Hunt* Stalking* About Hunting Dogs* Finding Your Downed Game* Hunting Small Game - Rabbit, Squirrel Raccoons* Hunting Game Birds - Pheasant, Quail, Grouse, Partridge & Wild Turkey* Hunting Water Fowl - Duck and GooseWhether you are a novice or an average hunter once you've made the leap into this sport the more you want to expand your experience. There are a ton of ideas and theories designed to improve your performance.And, some of that information is good. However, the problem is that most instruction can be difficult for the beginning or average sportsman to understand. "The Sportsman's Guide to Small Game Hunting" removes those obstacles by giving you the facts in easy to read instruction. It is written so that anyone can understand the strategies and put them to work! Grab your copy today and plan your next hunting trip! Happy hunting!

The Lost Art of the Sportsman is an exhaustive reference text and a compulsively addictive narrative from the turn of the 1900s. Francis H. Buzzacott would find little in common with the hiker and camper of contemporary times. This is the American frontiersman at his best—no-holds-barred approach to sporting. And while some of the advice and information in The Lost Art of the Sportsman has undoubtedly been replaced with the advent of new technology, what’s surprising is just how much of the book is still essential advice and knowledge for the modern hunter, fisher, and camper. Inside, you’ll learn: • What to bring on a fishing, hunting, or camping trip • Recipes for easy campfire meals • Hunting, fishing, and trapping tips for a variety of animals • How to deal with an emergency in a remote place • Clothing choices for a variety of situations • Tips and secrets for all varieties of firearms Faithfully reproduced exactly how it was originally printed, The Lost Art of the Sportsman comes complete with hundreds of original pieces of line drawings and artwork, a true collector’s edition for hunters, fisherman, and campers alike.

The habits and characteristics of American game animals, with the best hunting areas for each, trophy scoring charts, etc.

This practical and informative guide offers expert advice on hunting, fishing, and camping in North America. It includes tips on equipment, techniques, and safety, as well as descriptions of the most popular game species and fishing locations. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.