How to Camp Out

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Gould, John Mead, 1839-1930

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"How to Camp Out" by John M. Gould is a practical guide on outdoor camping techniques written in the late 19th century. The book provides comprehensive advice on planning and executing a camping trip, covering various aspects from preparation to cooking and camp management. Ideal for young men and students, the text aims to equip readers with essential knowledge for enjoyable camping experiences. At the start of the book, Gould reflects on the excitement and anticipation of preparing for a camping trip, emphasizing the importance of thorough planning. He offers practical tips such as making sure to gather supplies early, minimizing luggage, and learning about the area to be visited. The opening section also includes reminders about the physical demands of outdoor activities, as well as essential tools and items to pack, setting the stage for a detailed exploration of camping practices in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

E-text prepared by Suzanne Lybarger, Brian Janes, Emmy, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Notes:

Reading ease score: 76.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2006-01-22