Library / Suggested reading

BUSHCRAFT LIBRARY

We have created a list of books that we suggest you should own or read and take notes from. All of the books are in my own personal library and although not all of the content in them are 100% relevent, I feel that they are an invaluable source of knowellege and you will find something usefull that you can use to expand your bushcraft knowellege. Each book has an affiliate link to Amazon, where by we will take a small comission form each purchase, while its a small ammount it helps keep our site going, and we appreciate your custom.

THE WILDERNESS SURVIVAL GUIDE

by Joe O'Leary

Joe, a successful survival instructor, explains the fundamental techniques required for wilderness survival, showing you how to enhance any out of doors experience, from a walk in the country to an ambitious camping expedition.

COLINS TREE GUIDE

An essential field guide covering all the tree species found outside te illustrations are annotated with essential identificahe major arboretums, this is one of the most important tree guides to have appeared in the last 20 years. Thtion features

FIRST AID MANUAL

The official training manual for all three first aid providers, offering emergency procedures for everyone at home, at work, or at leisure. This edition is fully restructured and redesigned with bright colour-coded chapters for easy access on all the latest information on procedures.

THE SAS SURVIVAL GUIDE by Lofty Wiseman

Lofty describes survival techniques if you happen to find yourself in an emergency situation in just about any location in the world. Whether you are a camper, a hiker, or simply engaged in outdoor pursuits, this book could actually save your life.

BUSHCRAFT

By Ray Mears

Ray Mears needs no introduction, known to many as the grandfather of bushcraft, Ray shows us how to live comfortably in the wild and teaches us valuable knowellege and understanding of the wilderness. A valuable book to have in your collection.

CANOECRAFT

By Ted Moores

Canoecraft teaches us how to build a canoe. Much of what can be applied to building a canoe can be applied to doing anything well This new revised edition is a must if you want to hand-craft your own canoe, there simply isnt a better book.

ASTRONOMY

An indepth look at the stars A must have book for finding your way by using the stars and identifying the key constelations.

THE BOWYERS BIBLE

Vol 1

This book is very helpful in understanding the fundamental basics of the bowyer, over the volumes it gets technical quickly, Specilising in wood types used and making self bows from a single piece of wood.

THE COMPLETE BOOK OF BUTCHERING, SMOKING, CURING, & SAUSAGES

By Philip Hasheider

A superb book on preparing meat for the preservation process of smoking and curing. You will quickly learn the age old skills of preserving meat and how to make it taste divine, a must have for the hunter.

THE ALGONQUIN BIRCHBARK CANOE

by David Gidmarke

This amazing book takes a look at the history and craft of the birch bark canoe a very interesting book thoroughly enjoyable reading for the canoe building enthusiast.

COLINS COMPLETE GUIDE TO BRITISH WILD FLOWERS

By Paul Sterry

A complete photo field guide to all the wild flowers of Britain covering wildflowers, shrubs, aquatic plants, grasses, sedges and rushes and is a definitive photographic reference guide.

WILD FLOWERS OF THE BRITISH ISLES

By David Streeter

This wild flower identification guide is still widely accepted as the best of its kind for its combination of meticulous illustrations. The ideal book for the serious student of British and north-west European wild plants

FOOD FOR FREE

by Richard Mabey

Originally published in 1972, Richard Mabey’s classic foraging guide has never been out of print since. Food for Free is a complete guide to help you safely identify edible species that grow around us, together with detailed artwork, field identification notes and recipes.

OUTDOOR SURVIVAL HANDBOOK

By Ray Mears

A journey of discovery, This book explains the skills you need to live and enjoy the natural world. Ray takes us eason by season, and describes the resources and materials available in the wild and how to use them.

BASIC BUTCHERING of LIVESTOCK AND GAME

By John J. Mettler

A reall hands on book of butchery showing us the tips and technique of preparing livestock including wildfoul and other game such as rabbit and deer.

JOURNALS OF ROBERT ROGERS OF THE RANGERS:

by Robert Rogers

The Exploits of Rogers and the Rangers in His Own Words During 1755-1761 in the French and Indian War.

MUSHROOMS:

River Cottage Handbook

By John Wright

A detailed guide on how to identify forrage and cook the varied species of mushroom found in the british isles, and what species are poisonous and best left alone!

BREAD:

River Cottage Handbook By Daniel Stevens

Daniel looks at the key ingredients in baking (flour, yeast, salt and water), explains the art behind the processes, and advises on the right equipment to get started.

HEDGEROW:

River Cottage Handbook By John Wright

Hedgerows, moors, meadows and woods - holding a variety of food for the forager. Revealing the secrets of how to spot the delicious pickings found in the British countryside, and how to cook them.

EXPIDITION CANOEING:

Cliff Jacobson

Voyager canoeing and canoe camp-craft. In this the 3rd edition Cliff concentrates on advanced canoe craft, showing the best canoe mods, useful tips and essential kit to bring on an extended canoe trip. Simply a must have book.

BUILDING WOODEN SNOWSHOES &

SNOWSHOE FURNITURE:

Gil Gilpatrick

A look at the traditional old craft of making snowshoes. Learning how to make a jig, steam, bend and lace your snowshoes. Contains patterns so you can make the right size to weight ratio for you.

BUSHCRAFT

by Mors Kochanski

This book is the grandfather of all books with clear drawings and descriptions making this easy to read and understand teaching many tricks and tips of Bushcraft.

In my mind this is an essential read for all who want to further there knowellege of Bushcraft.

THE FORRAGER

by Miles Irving

Miles reveals the how, why, and what of this lost art, this way of life that is becoming increasingly popular as more and more of us pursue an eco-friendly and sustainable lifestyle. This superb handbook tells you how to recognise natural foods in the wild.

EDIBLE SEASHORE:

River Cottage Handbook

By John Wright

For the forager, the seashore holds surprising potential. A witty book, John takes us on a trip to the seaside introducing us to the various species to be harvested with a huge variety of ways to utilise them.

THE BOWYERS BIBLE

Vol 4

This book is very helpful in understanding the fundamental basics of the bowyer, looking at types of Bows Quivers of the native american indian markings and patterns, and distinct shaped bows and quivers

THE BOWYERS BIBLE

Vol 3

This book is very helpful in understanding the fundamental basics of the bowyer, over the volumes it gets technical quickly, but it is well written, and helps you understand the reason bows do what they do.

THE BOWYERS BIBLE

Vol 2

This book is very helpful in understanding the fundamental basics of the bowyer.

Specialises in Recurve bows and technical laminates used to make them

HANDBOOK OF KNOTS

By Des Pawson